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✨ My Fancy Little Laundry Secret (That Smells Like Heaven and Softens Like a Hug)


When Your Laundry Starts Talking Back...

The other day, I opened the dryer, pulled out a towel, and—no joke—it thanked me

Okay, maybe not out loud, but it was so soft, so fresh, and smelled like it had just come home from a spa weekend that I kind of expected it to whisper, “Bless you, woman.” 😂

I use Thieves Laundry Soap and I love it!. It’s my go-to. The no-junk, plant-powered kind of clean that doesn’t punch my family’s skin in the face.

But sometimes…

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Detoxing : How Dry Brushing with Essential Oils Supercharges You!

Several times a week I head to the wet and dry sauna with my dry brush and essential oils and dry brush my arms and legs. Do you know why I do this?

Detoxing on a regular basis isn’t just a wellness trend—it’s a crucial for maintaining health. Over time, our bodies are exposed to toxins from the environment, food, and even household products. Without routine detoxification, these toxins cloud our cells, making them sluggish. 

This can lead to symptoms like brain fog, slower reflexes, low energy, and stubborn weight gain.

If you've ever felt like your body isn’t responding as quickly as it used to or that you’re constantly fatigued, it might be time to add...
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Winter Wellness Protocol


Safeguarding your family's health becomes paramount in the winter. Utilizing Young Living's Inner Defense can bolster the immune system with its powerful blend of oregano, thyme, and Thieves essential oils—ideal for daily preventative care or as a natural remedy when feeling under the weather. Accompany its use with probiotics like Life 9 or Mighty Pro to ensure a balanced gut health, enhancing its effectiveness.

Thieves essential oil blend is a staple for wellness, offering multiple applications from purifying indoor air when diffused to serving as a non-toxic cleaner for household surfaces. Roll it on diluted or incorporate it into cleaning routines to help ward off germs, especially when kids....
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Dry Brushing to Open Detox Pathways



My daughter, Annalise Hiley, ran an HTMA test on me and the results showed that I would benefit from some intentional physical detoxing. She recommended a few supplements (most of which were sitting in my cabinet but I had not been taking 🥴) along with dry brushing, and sitting in the sauna. 

I'm already very active, so I didn't need to ADD exercise. I do that daily. I simply don't sweat very easily and the results showed in my HTMA. 
Anyway, I've been.....

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It's about You: Home School Mom

More is caught than taught in a home school. 

Your daughters are watching and listening. 
👩‍👧

Show her how to take care of herself by taking care of yourself emotionally, physically and spiritually. 

If you don't do it for you, then do it for HER!!
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The Immune-Boosting: Elderberry Syrup


This is a fun DIY to do with friends and making your own saves you a ton of money! 

Let's go over the benefits of the ingredients in the recipe, then you'll find the recipe at the bottom. .

If you are not familiar with the elderberry, here is an article to give you a glimpse into it's immune....
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Turn Sick Days into Tender-Fond Memories



No one has time for sickness, but we know it happens occasionally. I've learned that this interruption can serve as a time to create memories of tender-loving care as I nurture my children back to health. I do three specific things when sickness hits our family. 
I make sure my child...
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Summer Feet: A Soothing Foot Scrub


It's time to kick off your boots and strap on your sandals. However with the rising cost of pedicures the thought of this will make most moms sweat. But don't worry! I've got you! With a few fabulous products and a few simple steps, your feet will be sandal ready in no time.

Let's do this:

Step 1: Exfoliate Your Way to Softness
First we want to exfoliate the winter callouses. This process feels amazing, actually....
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I’m Terri Bonin—wife to my favorite dentist (who keeps me smiling in more ways than one!) and mama to eleven incredible kiddos… yep, on purpose! Now, they’re growing up, getting married, and multiplying, so our family is basically the size of a small town!

I’ve homeschooled for over 25 years (with several more to go until our youngest, who’s eleven, graduates). I was crunchy before it was cool and slathering essential oils on my kids before they were a thing. Around here, I share mom hacks, marriage wisdom, wellness tips, and real-life glimpses into our beautifully chaotic, laughter-filled home.

I hope you find this space happy, helpful, and relatable! And if you love good conversations, come hang out with me on my podcast, "Terri Bonin At Home", where we chat about building a strong family culture, natural remedies, and navigating the wonderful (and sometimes wild) world of marriage and motherhood.

Let’s do life together—one drop, one laugh, and one lesson at a time!

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