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By: Jennifer Cleveland
Spring via Aromatherapy
Instead of the common ‘comfort’ scents such as
cinnamon, apple pie and vanilla, why not infuse the
air with the smells of summertime? Coconut, citrus,
lilac, cucumber and melon can remind us of the beach
or backyard. (I’m still waiting for a candle that
smells like grass clippings.)
Our Feathered Friends
Install a bird feeder or hang suet balls from a tree
or similar spot, preferably near a window that you
can see out easily. The most basic “suet” ball is a
pinecone slathered in peanut butter and rolled in
birdseed. Before long, the winter birds will
congregate and entertain with their lively spirit
and cheerful song. Note: Invest in that
squirrel-proof feeder – the birds will thank you
with their frequent presence.
Another option is to change your view of winter
altogether. Living in colder regions of the country
is to be blessed with a dramatic change of seasons;
and when you decide to, you can find beauty in the
soft snowflakes, bare branches on a canvas of white,
or the good fortune of a cozy house on a winter’s
evening. You can begin to see how this
seasonal cycle parallels your own experience, and
how this quiet, barren period is promise of an
exuberant springtime.
Jennifer Cleveland is a
Patient Navigator for the American Cancer
Society-Ohio Division. She has been providing
resources, information and support to cancer
survivors, their families and caregivers since 2001.
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