tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post7904356433307250196..comments2024-03-26T00:26:19.756-07:00Comments on The Bluebirds are Nesting...: The Home Pharmacy. Sickness in the house.Annabelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-13752295749030420682018-03-07T02:09:56.515-08:002018-03-07T02:09:56.515-08:00Dear Nana Jan, I wanted to tell you I got both the...Dear Nana Jan, I wanted to tell you I got both the arnica and the flu remedy. I found a very good place to buy homeopathic remedies and am thrilled they are so helpful. So I am pranging what you said to go in my cabinet with them, thank you very much, love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-85876863764494006672018-03-07T02:07:40.006-08:002018-03-07T02:07:40.006-08:00Dear Kay,
Sorry to be so slow to reply. You were ...Dear Kay, <br />Sorry to be so slow to reply. You were well prepared when DH got sick and he certainly benefitted. Your story has me thinking... to make a stack of chicken soup and freeze, stock up etc as I would be the same... if its Andy I can make all this stuff. If its me he is a good nurse but he wouldnt know how to make these things!<br />I agree on the Thieves (or equivalents) and I am taking little rollers or purse sprays out with me too. <br />Kay I also agree on praying for health and protection. Wise words. Love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-38424361418685083712018-03-07T02:04:32.408-08:002018-03-07T02:04:32.408-08:00Jenny super soft hankies are the most wonderful th...Jenny super soft hankies are the most wonderful thing. It doesnt get noticed until you are sick then it is so nice! xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-33070632813258022602018-03-05T20:52:57.276-08:002018-03-05T20:52:57.276-08:00Dear Annabel,
Thanks for replying to Kelly. I ha...Dear Annabel,<br /><br />Thanks for replying to Kelly. I had forgotten about sending you the photograph of my Winter Tea jar!<br /><br />Hope Mr. Bluebird is much improved!<br /><br />*hugs* from Toledo, Ohio, USA,<br />Kelley~Mrs. Kelley Dibblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04192189624517973551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-27614079830243232582018-03-05T20:50:23.412-08:002018-03-05T20:50:23.412-08:00Hi, Kelly. No need to remove the citrus fruit ski...Hi, Kelly. No need to remove the citrus fruit skin. Just slice the lemons/oranges thin.<br /><br />*hugs*<br />Kelley~Mrs. Kelley Dibblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04192189624517973551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-45680213671754693882018-03-03T02:45:44.672-08:002018-03-03T02:45:44.672-08:00Dear Annabel, Im late catching up here , just want...Dear Annabel, Im late catching up here , just wanted to thank you and everyone here, especially Nana Jen and Lana for their helpful posts . I have been takign notes down from this series on the Home Pharmacy . Many thanks all Bluebirds ,with love Maria xxxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-23480451801230028142018-03-01T23:30:33.028-08:002018-03-01T23:30:33.028-08:00I am on the lookout for flannie sheets at the op s...I am on the lookout for flannie sheets at the op shop next time I visit one. What a clever, and nose gentling idea. Also perfect for little ones with runny noses. Thank you!Jenny of Elefantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02775654415138120426noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-31405011347453186822018-03-01T17:54:48.227-08:002018-03-01T17:54:48.227-08:00Annabel & the Bluebirds,
Chiming in here. We ...Annabel & the Bluebirds,<br />Chiming in here. We contracted Influenza at New Years. DH first, so I started him on Elderberry syrup, EOs, bone broth, liquids, etc. 3 days later I came down with it. Unfortunately I had used my supply of Elderberry syrup and bone broth and he was not sure how to make either. I was too sick to instruct him, so I ended up with a much worse case. I was sick for 3 full weeks. Then a week later I caught a cold. 2 weeks after that he got the stomach flu. <br />FINALLY, we are well. Spring is just around the corner. <br />I do have a fairly full "sickness" shelf in my pantry with canned soup, candied ginger, ginger biscuits, applesauce, instant rice, coconut water and such. We did use much of this when we were both sick so it's time to restock. And I need to make more bone broth to freeze and keep a constant supply on hand. I've used the latest batch to make soup for some sick friends. <br />One last thing, we have learned to breathe in Thieves or Immunity EO when we return home from any outing outside of our usual routine (work). If we go to the city to church or shopping, as soon as we come home, we wash up and inhale. That has kept us well most of the time.<br />Keep learning about the oils and herbs. And best of all, pray for health and protection from illness.<br />Hugs, <br />Kay on the FarmKayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02633912756265339462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-79598806929969756832018-03-01T16:10:47.861-08:002018-03-01T16:10:47.861-08:00Hi Annabel and thank you for the encouragement :)....Hi Annabel and thank you for the encouragement :).<br /><br />I googled homemade Vicks Vapor rub on the internet and here is one recipe I found that I thought I might go with as I have most of the essential oils listed already -<br /><br />https://wholenewmom.com/whole-new-budget/homemade-vapor-rub/<br /><br />There are other recipes on the internet that contain beeswax but since I don't have any I thought with the coconut oil that this would set quite solidly anyway.<br /><br />I hope this helps.<br /><br />Sewingcreations15.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-52381531046480796432018-03-01T14:31:07.534-08:002018-03-01T14:31:07.534-08:00Dear Rhonda,
Our friend who lives in a retirement...Dear Rhonda, <br />Our friend who lives in a retirement home... it is always quarantined and it is terrible. I hope your parents are ok.<br />I am so glad you found success and relief from menopause symptoms. I hope as we go along you will find many more things you can use for health and in the household too. It is a learning curve! I think once we have success in one area it kind of makes us want to try the next thing! It is exciting! Thank you! With love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-904215129035375802018-03-01T14:27:43.418-08:002018-03-01T14:27:43.418-08:00Dear Mimi, A well stocked pantry and medical cabin...Dear Mimi, A well stocked pantry and medical cabinet are a really good idea. Meals in the freezer.... if we are sick or someone else is then there is still nourishing food and things you need are on hand. Sickness strikes in the middle of the night, weekends and public holidays in my experience lol<br />So much that is good and sound now is really wisdom from our Mums and Nans but a lot has been lost and people dont know it. Hopefully your instructions will have new families with real chicken soup rather than stuff from the shops. There is just no comparison. We need fresh goodness full of garlic not something out of a packet! Thank you for your help! With love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-7515285232821436372018-03-01T14:23:13.889-08:002018-03-01T14:23:13.889-08:00Dear Patsy,
With allergies I think one of the best...Dear Patsy,<br />With allergies I think one of the best things is eating the local honey. I hope you have avoided the flu. Be careful a little longer. We just have that feeling of change of seasons right now so I am considering flu season already! With love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-42429208849285034782018-03-01T14:20:50.055-08:002018-03-01T14:20:50.055-08:00Dear Fiona,
I think crafting, music, chickens, sin...Dear Fiona,<br />I think crafting, music, chickens, singing and lovely surroundings are all good for us. And I agree they are like therapy just like medical things are. Like they used to send people for a holiday near the sea if they had not been well. Sleep easy sounds like a lovely blend. I am experimenting with night time blends... I am ok once I get to sleep, it is getting to sleep that is the problem! Thanks Fi, I hope you had a good week! Love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-85332017534539039892018-03-01T05:05:52.090-08:002018-03-01T05:05:52.090-08:00Dear Kelley, Thank you for this recipe!
Also Kel...Dear Kelley, Thank you for this recipe! <br />Also Kelly... I can tell from a picture Kelley sent me yes I think the peels are still on. I will post the pic in an upcoming post. Thank you girls, love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-35361386225208441062018-03-01T05:03:26.647-08:002018-03-01T05:03:26.647-08:00Dear Sewingcreations,
I wouldnt be without On Guar...Dear Sewingcreations,<br />I wouldnt be without On Guard now... and I am trying out a couple of others that are very similar. Most seem to have basically the same ingredients. And it does go a long way. <br />I swear by Echinacea and zinc also. And garlic for sure. I forgot to mention zinc but I really think that is so good. <br />I see that doTERRA has a natural kind of Vicks equivalent I think it is called Deep Blue and you can get as a cream. This would be a very good thing to make... so if you make yours and want to share the recipe please do. I would love this! Years ago we would put Vicks on the bottoms of our feet before sleep when not well. I think really good...<br />You wont regret a supply of super soft and extra large hankies... they sit there until someone needs them and then you are so glad of them!<br />Many thanks! Love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-32626352036926995392018-03-01T04:58:43.437-08:002018-03-01T04:58:43.437-08:00Dear Vicky,
Actually you mention the one basic I ...Dear Vicky, <br />Actually you mention the one basic I should have... hand washing. I heard a doctor being asked the number one thing to prevent sickness and he said hand washing. <br />I would like to see the selfies lol! I have done the exact same thing!<br />I think the teas are very good. I find tea very comforting and soothing. I am trying the time tea too and trying to grow more!<br />Some good tips are app reading here! With love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-620760737043813552018-03-01T04:56:05.293-08:002018-03-01T04:56:05.293-08:00Dear Cheryl, I have heard of everything except the...Dear Cheryl, I have heard of everything except the reship mushroom... I am going to have to look into this!<br />I hope you avoid the flu... as I said beware of it hanging around even after the weather begins to warm... until it has truly ended for the season. Andy is much better thank you! With love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-11863384860217618702018-03-01T04:54:05.748-08:002018-03-01T04:54:05.748-08:00Dear Patti,
OK I am praying that your husband does...Dear Patti,<br />OK I am praying that your husband does well in his exam. He is doing the right thing and studying. We will also prays he stays calm and focused. Thank you for your kind words! I hope you are feeling better! I think you have given a good idea for a blog post... what we could take when travelling! There are a few things I will not leave the house without but travel further afield takes more planning. I am sorry you had the flu. It really knocks you out. Do let us know how the exam goes. With much love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-90663751112469251982018-03-01T04:26:55.367-08:002018-03-01T04:26:55.367-08:00Dear Nana Jan, I am a big fan of homeopathy due t...Dear Nana Jan, I am a big fan of homeopathy due to an amazing homeopath when I was younger. Thank you for posting so much info! <br />I know about the royals and their homeopathy. They are the best advert ever! Thank you for all of this I have noted several things to chase up.<br />Your poor husband! What an accident! I am glad he is ok! I have arnica cream but did not know about taking it this way. Thank you!<br />I am already reading joettecalabrese... very interesting. <br />Thank you for such kind words too! with love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-21302754350049347542018-03-01T04:21:13.331-08:002018-03-01T04:21:13.331-08:00Dear Kelly, I was talking about this with Mimi. Th...Dear Kelly, I was talking about this with Mimi. These skills like chicken soup, cleaner, simple preparedness.... so needed! Cath, Mimi and others that teach sensible and helpful things to me these are so important as a lot of people havent learned these things at home. Yet we need all these skills.<br />Thank you so much for such kind words! With love Annabel.xxxAnnabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09027539528156492413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-14967519406362655722018-02-28T17:19:04.910-08:002018-02-28T17:19:04.910-08:00Hi Annabel, sorry to hear Andy is sick. Hope he fe...Hi Annabel, sorry to hear Andy is sick. Hope he feels much better soon and that you stay well. Like you, I absolutely LOVE Miracle Spray & use it even more when someone in the house is sick (can't thank Cath Armstrong enough for that!). I have saved some old flannette sheets to cut up into hankies - so thank you for the reminder to dig those out & get cracking on that before the sniffly season is fully upon us. I love ideas like that, so simple, easy & effective - but the modern way of thinking & living would never teach young people these type of ideas. That's why I'm especially thankful for blogs like yours that share these ideas and offer encouragement to each other. So thank you again for continuing to educate and inspire me in new ways - and to the other bluebird commenters for sharing their ideas & knowledge too! It really motivates me to do better at home for my family. Cheers, KellyKellynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-49886592455874705872018-02-28T17:16:44.249-08:002018-02-28T17:16:44.249-08:00Annabel your blog is so appealing. Just looking at...Annabel your blog is so appealing. Just looking at all of your gorgeous pictures gives me joy. I hope Andy is well very soon.<br /><br />This past year, after starting my homeopathic research, I have found remedies that have surpassed all other I've found. I was using essential oils and elderberry syrup, garlic, oregano, etc.. with some success, (along with bone broth, too, of course!) But homeopathy has outshone them all with almost instant relief. These are some of the remedies that have worked EVERY TIME we've used them and they have no side effects.<br /><br />When the flu symptoms start, as they did multiple times this year for both my husband and myself, we immediately use "Oscillococcinum". There are 3 tiny vials full of teeny tiny pellets that taste like sugar. You pour the vial of pellets under your tongue and let them dissolve. One vial is one dose and you can have 3 doses in a day. With our worst attack we never used more than a full day of doses, 3 vials, along with one more dose, one vial, the next day.<br /><br />For coughing I use Ipecacuanha 30X. The cough stops within a few minutes. STOPS completely.<br /><br />For sinus infections I turn to Sinusalia. The pressure and headaches are gone, again, in just a few minutes. I have a history of terrible sinus problems and have had more antibiotics than I care to think about. This remedy saves me from antibiotics. <br /><br />When my eyes are screaming with pain and itching beyond belief Ambrosia Artemis 30c works like magic. (Oh, how i love this one!)<br /><br />I also suffer from angina and my go to remedy is Lachesis Muta. Again, almost instant relief.<br /><br />And, I can't say enough about Arnica Montana in pellet and cream form. Just last week my husband had was in a nasty cycling crash. The right side of his body was slammed on the road and railroad tracks. He was able to get up and call me to pick him up so I took our Arnica 1M with me and gave him a dose as soon as he got in the car. Throughout the day i continued to give him the Arnica, but at the doses of 200CK. The next day I continued, but now with arnica 30c. We saw the doctor, (Our cardiologist and GP both approve of our use of homeopathic remedies, and our GP in another state recommended them!). The doctor checked for anything broken and found my husband had several knots under his skin that were hematomas, yet they never showed ANY bruising or discoloration. Michael only had one area that bruised - where his pinkie finger was smashed. It was swollen and starting to turn black, but continuing with arnica in the 30c doses the swelling and discoloration are already gone. Arnica is an amazing remedy and our GP is excited to research it's values. Several years ago i had the same type of cycling crash. It took 3 years for all of my hematomas to heal. <br /><br />I know this is long and these are only a few remedies, but these have worked so well for us i wanted to share. I am thrilled that the Lord led me to these.<br /><br />I've been reading that Queen Elizabeth doesn't go anywhere without her homeopathic kit, and look how healthy she and her family are! I'm just like her. I don't go anywhere without my little kit. How grateful I am when in church I start to cough, why is it we cough so often in church???, anyway...i pull out my remedy, pop them under my tongue and can then listen intently to our pastor!<br /><br />One web site I've used to do a great deal of my research is this...<br />https://joettecalabrese.com/category/blog/<br /><br />I'm saving to be able to take a few of her basic classes. <br /><br />I hope this helps! <br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-88890263866360642582018-02-28T16:56:41.818-08:002018-02-28T16:56:41.818-08:00Hi Kelley
Thanks for sharing this recipe. We make ...Hi Kelley<br />Thanks for sharing this recipe. We make something similar by the cup as needed when sick - just lemon, honey, garlic or ginger if we have it and hot water. We also add a shot of whiskey sometimes to help you sleep! I haven't thought to have a batch ready to add water to when needed. Silly question... do you leave the lemon and orange skin on? Many thanks, KellyKellynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-87069775388597101032018-02-28T16:25:38.522-08:002018-02-28T16:25:38.522-08:00Lung Support is Lung Support. I did not get the e...Lung Support is Lung Support. I did not get the email but I will check my spam folder next. Putting oils on at bedtime is good in times of illness but be careful of using them routinely that way because oils on the feet are taken up to every cell in the body so doing that when it is not needed is not a good idea. I use the essential oil lotions from Hopewell on my feet at night because the amount is so tiny that it is not like putting oils right on the feet.<br /><br />Just checked and your email was in my Spam folder. Lanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09380649410508372279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5879795385972045418.post-4417912611499369242018-02-28T16:15:01.793-08:002018-02-28T16:15:01.793-08:00Good ole Reshi Mushroom. It definitely works! My k...Good ole Reshi Mushroom. It definitely works! My kids would say they would rather be sick than have to take it. LOL, I would hold my nose drop the tincture in my mouth and chase it with Orange Juice.Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14463546618295548021noreply@blogger.com