SunRose Aromatics

New Blog Address

2010-01-27T16:12:00.000-05:00

Its official .. we have now moved to 'wordpress' for our blog
which we hope will be a smooth transition for all.

Lots of new features and hopefully easier to use.

So, please bookmark the new blog address::
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/blog

We hope you visit us there.

- til next we meet,
Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

January 2010 ~ Blog Give A Way

2010-01-05T14:02:00.014-05:00

Smoke out Blend & Pocket Inhaler

A New Year ~ A new you.!!

Start the New Year off ...

Want to quit?

No easy feat!

However, if you reach for this blend ..

instead of that cigarette,

it will ease the craving.

It did for me.

Visit our page: Smoke Out Blend

Visit our page: Pocket Inhalers

Our January 2010 Blog Give A Way ::

Our Smoke Out Gift set which includes the Pocket Inhaler.

Be sure to leave a comment after this post and please, be sure to include your:

- full name

- email address

If you know someone who is thinking of .. or .. trying to quit smoking .. this is a great gift.!

~ til next time,

Rosanne

http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

It's a New Year !! 2010 ~~

2010-01-01T15:53:00.010-05:00

Bringing in the New Year .!!

The Year of the Tiger

According to the Chinese Zodiac, the Year of 2010 is the Year of the Tiger, which commences on February 14, 2010 and ends on February 2, 2011. The Tiger is the third sign in the Chinese Zodiac cycle, and it is a sign of bravery. This courageous and fiery fighter is admired by the ancient Chinese as the sign that keeps away the three main tragedies of a household. These are fire, thieves and ghosts.

Were you born during a Year of the Tiger? To find out - visit: Year of the Tiger.

Announcing our winners for the December 2009 Blog Give A Way ~

Terra Cotta stone - Angel w/ Joyful Blend - Becca Hanlon
Terra Cotta stone - Spiral w/ Holiday Spice - Pat Stewart
Terra Cotta stone - Evergreen tree w/Scand Winter - Valorie Ruiz

Congratulations! and thank you for participating in our Blog Give A Way.!

End Quote:
"There are two seasonal diversions that can ease the bite of any winter.
One is the January thaw. The other is the seed catalogues."
- - Hal Borland

Oh boy .. I am so dreaming of Spring and the new plantings this year ..
Starting with the dozen Elderberry trees from Possum Creek ...

What are you planning for your garden this year.!! ??

~ til next time, stay cozy and warm,
Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

Ringing in the New Year!

2009-12-29T12:17:00.020-05:00

Wishing only good health, much peace & love

in the coming year.! Happy 2010 !

Quote:

I made no resolutions for the New Year. The habit of making plans, of criticizing, sanctioning and molding my life, is too much of a daily event for me. ~~Anaïs Nin

This New Year's Eve is a Full Moon and also a Blue Moon (2 full moons in one month), it is also the 13th full moon of 2009. The next Blue Moon will be in 29 years on December 31th, 2028 .. and Lunar Eclipse in Cancer.

It is widely known, that we tend to be more emotionally expressive during a Full Moon. The energy is high due to the change in the electromagnetic energy that affects us mentally and neurologically. 'Luna Magic' for sure.

As we close out 2009, I want to thank all of you that have shared this journey with me,

and wish you all the best that 2010 can bring you.

Remember to scroll down for the December 2009 Blog give a way, if you have not already left a comment to be included in the drawing.!! Be sure to include your full name and email address so that we may contact you.

End Quote:

We will open the book. Its pages are blank.
We are going to put words on them ourselves.

The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year's Day.

~~Edith Lovejoy Pierce

~ stay cozy and warm,
see you next year!

Rosanne

http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

Merry Christmas 2009 ~

2009-12-25T14:36:00.003-05:00

Merry Christmas to all !

Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful. ~Norman Vincent Peale

Wishing you peace and love today and throughout the year.!!

stay cozy and warm,
~ til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

December 2009 Blog Give A Way ::

2009-12-03T15:01:00.017-05:00

Angel Terra Cotta Stone passive diffuser with Joyful Diffuser Blend.

Spiral Terra Cotta Stone passive diffuser w / Holiday Spice Diffuser Blend

Evergreen Tree Terra Cotta Stone passive diffuser w / Scandinavian Winter Diffuser Blend

Leave a comment on this blog post to be entered into our December Give A Way.!

Please be sure to leave your :
- Full Name
- email contact

- til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Nov 2009 Blog Winner / Christmas Shopping.!

2009-12-03T00:27:00.019-05:00

Well, tis the season .. end of year, hopefully bringing closure and then,
with the New Year .. new beginnings.

Quote:

' Christmas waves a magic wand over this world,
and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful. '
~~Norman Vincent Peale

The Internet makes it an effortless way to shop, no stress, no worrying about parking, crowds, traffic. So, grab yourself a cup of your favorite beverage and surf the net for your Christmas gifts. Remember shipping takes a few days .. so, as the count down is on .. plan ahead.!

Our November 2009 Blog Give A Way winner :
Karen Hohman Almeida - please contact us with you shipping information.

The AromaStone Electronic Diffuser was our November 2009 Give A Way, to read about this product visit our page: AromaStone Electronic Diffuser

Quote:
'Our hearts grow tender with childhood memories
... and love of kindred,
and we are better throughout the year for having,
in spirit, become a child again at Christmas-time. '
~ ~Laura Ingalls Wilder

Public Service Announcement :
Just a bit of a reminder when shopping this year, Please, do NOT get caught up in marketing hype re: labeling .. take a moment to read & be an informed consumer.

Blog post from October 24, 2007 : What's in that bottle??

And from the AromaConnection blog:
One More Time: There are No FDA Ctf Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils.

For some gift giving ideas:

- AromaJewelry: Pewter Pendants

- Himalayan Salt Crystal Lamps

- Chakra Balancing Book / Chakra Synergies / Chakra Jewelry

There is so much more, visit our website and poke around ..
SunRoseAromatics.com

We really hope we can make this Christmas an effortless and fun experience for you.!

End Quote:
' Perhaps the best Yuletide decoration is ..
... being wreathed in smiles.'
~ ~Author Unknown

til next time, stay cozy and warm,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Giving Thanks and saying Thank you.!

2009-11-23T13:51:00.016-05:00

Quote:

Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life.
It turns what we have into enough, and more.
It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity.
It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today
and creates a vision for tomorrow.
~~ Melody Beattie

Its been a journey in this business of essential oils. SunRose is here because of you, our loyal customer base. Here we are 11 years later, and so grateful for the opportunity to serve the community. You are like family to us.

A huge THANKS to the SunRose Staff: Sheila Concepcion and Johanna Tramo,
you both make all things possible.

To my Dear Family and Friends, thank you from my heart to yours for all your support, understanding, laughter, tears and caring.!

Our Blog Watcher's Special ~

In the spirit of 'thanks' all orders over $75.00
will receive a $10.00 off,
when the order is being processed.

This offer is valid thru November 30, 2009.
Coupon Code: BWTD09 /$10.

Remember, You must put the code in the 'comments section' when checking out
This will not appear on your order form, we will take the $10.00 at time of processing your order.

Just a 'reminder' ...
I know that there are those of you that love our 'sample surprise' ..
However, please know that if there is something you would like to compare or
experience for the first time .. enter it into the 'comments section ' when checking out. Otherwise, 'sample surprise' it is.

Coming soon a beautiful Tagetes Absolute and Lavender Absolute,
should arrive the first week in December.

End Quote:
Feeling gratitude and not expressing it ..
-- is like wrapping a present and not giving it.
~~ William Arthur Ward

Wishing you and your families a safe, peaceful and loving Thanksgiving.

- til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRose.Aromatics.com

tis the Season ~ this & that

2009-11-11T14:10:00.023-05:00

The 2009 is almost at a close. The garden is put to rest, til the Spring season, and I am already thinking of the new plantings I plan to plant .. for a start Elderberry .. which every garden should have :: visit my friend Tina's Blog to read about the benefits & uses of elderberries .. btw she makes a great elderberry candy ! Visit: The Essential Herbal Blog

Maybe Im 'old school' .. however, I am NOT comfortable with this 'nano technology' ..
my question is .. will they include the use of this on the labels ?? As a consumer, I would want to know about this. Of course .. it is all about money ..
Be aware, and read this article:
Nanoencapsulation: difference between ‘making money and breaking even’.

What's New & Back in Stock ::

Cade Oil, Crude Spain - 'new'
Botanical Name: Red Juniper Wood Oil, Juniperus Oxycedrus
Family: L. Cupressaceae
Country of Origin: Spain
Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation
Plant Material Used: from the wood & twigs

My first 'sniff' of this material reminded me of a brisk Autumn day, around a camp fire .. That deep smokey, burnt fireplace scent that permeates the air with the coming of the winter season.

Easy Does it! Muscle Ease :: 'new'
Massage * Bath * Body Oil

The passage of time .. as we age,
those muscle aches can be annoying ..
for those that play hard, soothe
those achy muscles ..

This was formulated to ease those aches away.
Use in either your bath, a massage or as a body oil.

Natural & Organic Deodorants : 'new'

SunRose is happy to offer these Organic & Natural Deodorants:
Lafe’s deodorants were created to address consumer concerns that natural deodorants are only marginally effective. Since we started our deodorant line in 1992, we have been creating formulations using active ingredients with proven antibacterial properties.
Visit our Page: Natural Deodorants

Back in Stock:

- Beeswax Absolute

- Rosalina Australia

- Sandalwood YASI Australia

- Tea Tree Standard

- Thyme CT Linalool Portugal

Quotes for the Season:

He who thanks but with the lips
Thanks but in part;
The full, the true Thanksgiving
Comes from the heart.
~ J.A. Shedd

For each new morning with its light,
For rest and shelter of the night,
For health and food, for love and friends,
For everything Thy goodness sends.
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

We can only be said to be alive
.. in those moments when our
hearts are conscious of our treasures.
~ Thornton Wilder

It tis the season for giving 'thanks' ..
wishing you much blessings and love,

- til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

November 2009 Blog Give A Way ~

2009-11-02T15:51:00.012-05:00

Our November 2009 Give a Way is our AromaStone Electronic Diffuser.

Be sure to leave a comment and include your contact information:

- full name
- email address

The drawing will be held on November 30th, 2009.
Announcing the winner on December 1st, 2009.

Please share this with your family and friends,
they have to be in it to win it ...

Our October 2009 Blog Give A Way Winner is:

Ashara Yvonne Watkins
redparrotfeather@gmail.com

Thank you all for stopping by and being a part of our Blog Give A Way.

End Quote:

'When one door closes another door opens;
but we so often look so long
and so regretfully upon the closed door,
that we do not see the ones which open for us.'
- Alexander Graham Bell

- until next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

A bit of a rant :: NASA crashes on the moon to hunt water !

2009-10-09T14:05:00.012-04:00

We should take a moment in silence and pray that someone will remember we are the keepers of the planet .. and now we are crashing rockets on the moon .. insanity ..

Our country is in such financial crisis .. so then the question is .. why are we spending this money on rockets crashing on the moon .. why are we going off world .. when we should be taking care this planet...

NASA crashes twice on the moon to hunt water: To read about this visit:
CNN.com /Technology:

Mother Earth Water Walk ::
A group of Anishinaabe-kwe and supporters have taken action regarding the water issue.
With a bucket of water they walk around the Great Lakes of North America.

This walk is to raise awareness how, we, the human beings on this planet need to know, and take care of our precious resource, the water.

I am forwarding this URGENT prayer request from our Anishinaabe sisters in
the Northeast/Canadian region. This is a prayer request asking you and I to
pray for our Grandmother - the Moon - as NASA prepares to fire missiles at
her in an experiment tomorrow (Friday)night. Yes, and as the CNN report
says, "We all get to watch". (!?)

For those unfamiliar with the Ojibway language I can tell you in short that
the attached letter is a specific cry to all women of heart to pray for our
Grandmother - but men can pray too. Josephine (as mentioned) is an Ojibway
Grandmother who has walked around each of the Great Lakes for years now to
raise awareness of the health of our water (www.motherearthwaterwalk.com).

Quay simply means woman. Sayma means tobacco - you can put some down with your prayers if this is part of your understanding as it is mine. Meegwetch means thank you.

Thank you for reading this 'rant' and I hope that with raising our consciousness ..
speaking out to our local politicians and prayer .. the grassroots in this country has always been powerful .. let us not forget that.!

~ til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

October 2009 Give A Way ~

2009-10-08T17:06:00.006-04:00

Our October 2009 Give A Way ::

These Insight Cards are so beautiful, a wonderful way to start your day.
Choose a card at random and it will set the tone for your day.!

The Aromatherapy Insight Cards ~
are a practical tool to help you tap into your intuition, develop your emotional awareness and increase your knowledge base as you learn the subtle uses for aromatherapy.

- Includes 42 cards and Guide Book.

Be sure to leave a comment and include your contact:

- full name
- email address

The drawing will be held on October 29th, 2009.
Announcing the winner on October 30, 2009.

Please share this with your family and friends,
they have to be in it to win it ...

Enjoy this glorious Autumn season with all the majestic colors and cool breezes!

- til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Harvest Moon & the Journey of Kindness

2009-10-04T19:54:00.018-04:00

The Sconestone is a small stone carving with ancient Scottish origins that will be passed from hand to hand on a journey of Kindness around the world, coming in contact with people from every clime, continent and culture.
Please visit this site to read more about the wonderful story.: http://www.sconestone.com/

Our September Give A Way goes to:
Our Pocket Inhaler w/ Clear Heated Lung Blend

Tammy@bigdogmom130

We will be posting our October Give A Way this week, so stay tuned.

Tonite is the Harvest Moon, I hope you were able to get outside and gaze upon this beautiful Luna Magic.!

New and now up on the website is:

Coffee Oil ONC from Brazil .. truly yummy and for the coffee lovers .. a must have.
To read more about it visit Coffee Oil ONC

PubMed
Article: Elderberry flavonoids bind to and prevent H1N1 infection in vitro.

Some of my herbal friends have Elderberry tincture, candies, cough syrup and more.

Herb from the Labyrinth : http://www.herbsfromthelabyrinth.com/

The Essential Herbal : http://www.essentialherbal.com/shop/?cat=3

Wishing you all a happy Autumn season ..

~ til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Coming Soon ~

2009-09-26T13:04:00.011-04:00

Coming Soon to the SunRose Website ::

Coffee Oil ONC
(Organic Not Certified)
Brazil
Botanical Name: Coffea arabica, L.
Country of Origin: Brazil
Method of Extraction : Expeller Pressed
Plant Material Used: beans

Batch No: BZ-1
CAS No: 8001-67-0

What can I say, but that I am a true coffee lover.
This essential oil reminds me of a cross between - Chock full o Nuts and Expresso coffee .. just yummy delicious and makes my mouth water.!!

So, if you love coffee .. Especially for those that have had to 'give up' drinking coffee .. this essential oil is for you.! Smells like fresh brewed.!

I would imagine blending it with all sorts of spices .. cinnamon, vanilla, chocolate peppermint, cocoa, cognac, etc .. think of your favorite drink and blend away.!

What a yummy sugar scrub, diffuser or massage blend or soap this could make.!

For an interesting read on visit: Coffee - Functional Food & Medicinal Herb

So excited about this new essential oil .. well, new for SunRose.!

The upcoming ... Halloween Season is a good time to invoke and celebrate abundance, as this is the time of year, the fruits of the gathered harvest and the beauties of the world in autumn are truly golden.! Also a 'high energy' time, as the children are eagerly looking forward to costumes, parties, treats - and lets not forget .. those of us planning a bit of 'magic and intrigue' ..

~ enjoying the coming holiday season !
- til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

September 2009 Give A Way ~

2009-09-26T12:37:00.009-04:00

Just a few days left to enter our September Give A Way.

Our September Give A Way:

Pocket Inhaler with our Clear Heated Lung Blend.

Be sure to leave a comment and include your contact:

- full name
- email address

The drawing will be held on September 30th, 2009.
Announcing the winner on October 1st, 2009.

Please share this with your family and friends,
they have to be in it to win it ...

Quote ~

' falling leaves
hide the path
so quietly'
~~ John Bailey, "Autumn," a haiku year, 2001,
as posted on oldgreypoet.com

Hope you are enjoying this wonderful Autumn weather.!

- til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

End of Summer / Back to School / Sept Give A Way

2009-09-08T16:28:00.016-04:00

Another Summer is over, vacations are done and the kids are back to school.
The weather has just been magnificent here .. blue skies, soft cool breezes,
just the typical September weather. I so look forward to the leaves changing colors.

This is a very important article to read. Monsanto is destroying the future food for this country. We need to let our voices be heard. Be an informed consumer click on the following to read this article:

Tell Obama's Antitrust Czar: Investigate Monsanto
Massive seed corporation Monsanto -- through acquisitions and cut-throat business practices -- has cornered 90% of the soy, 65% of the corn, and 70% of the cotton market, and has a rapidly growing presence in the fruit and vegetable market, all without government anti-trust officials raising an eyebrow.

Eco-friendly wine cellars fashioned from old barrels ~
Thought this was an interesting way to recycle. Did you know that nearly 200,000 wine barrels are retired each year in California? Although some end up as planters or firewood, many are destined for landfills.

Tis the season ~
.. of sniffles/colds and all those flu virus (H1N1 and the Swine Flu)
be sure to have the following essential oils or blends on hand to assist you in fighting back:

Essential oils:
- Eucalyptus radiata (O) Australia
- Oregano Turkey
- Ravensara aromatica (O) Madagascar
- Rosalina Australia

Our synergies:
- Breathing
- Breathe Easy
- Clear Heated Lung
- Sinus Relief

If you are wondering what all is new here .. visit our page: What's New

Blog Watcher's Special :Tomorrow is 09 / 09 / 09 ..

So, from midnite tonite 09/09/09 til 09/18/09 (9days later) we are offering:

FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $50.00.
(within the continental USA)
This offer expires midnite September 18th, 2009

Be sure to put in the comments section when checking out:

BWS 09/09/09

for free shipping and we will apply this to your order when we are processing it.

Something else free .. from my friend Tina Sams over at the Essential Herbal Magazine, a free download of an older copy of the magazine. They are always so full of wonderful stories, recipes and information.!!

Download your free copy. (in PDF format)

And let's not forget our September Give A Way:

Our Pocket Inhaler with our Clear Heated Lung Blend.

Be sure to leave a comment and include your contact:

- full name
- email address

The drawing will be held on September 29th, 2009.
Announcing the winner on September 30th, 2009.

Please share this with your family and friends,
they have to be in it to win it ...

Quotes for the coming season:

' Youth is like spring,
an over praised season
more remarkable for biting winds
than genial breezes.
Autumn is the mellower season,
and what we lose in flowers
we more than gain in fruits. '
- - Samuel Butler

' Winter is an etching, spring a watercolor,
summer an oil painting ..
and autumn a mosaic of them all. '
- - Stanley Horowitz

- til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

August Winners / End of Summer ~

2009-08-27T15:11:00.006-04:00

The summer is winding down .. did I mention, August is not one of my favorite months.
Dog days of summer .. heat / humidity yuck. The garden is still going strong, though the tomato crop was wiped out due to over water .. yes way to much rain.

Our August 2009 Blog Give A Ways:

4 oz - Aloe Vera Seaweed Gel - Christopher Dye

2 oz - A Sensory Delight Massage After Bath & Body Oil

- Gail Adrian - Radiant Beauty, NJ
- Christopher Dye, L.Ac., NY
- Maggie Howe - Pairieland Herbs, IA
- Margaret Bergen, FL
- MoonCat Farms - Jules (we need your address please), CA

Quotes ~

' All life is an experiment...
The more experiments you make ..
the better. '
- - Ralph Waldo Emerson

'Success is to be measured ..
not so much by the position that one has reached in life ,,
as by the obstacles which he has overcome. '
- - Booker T. Washington

' Relish love in your old age!
Aged love is like aged wine;
it becomes more satisfying,
more refreshing, more valuable,
more appreciated and more intoxicating! '
- - Leo Buscaglia

And with that .. I wish you all a wonderful end of Summer!

~ until next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

August Give A Way & Something New ~

2009-08-19T18:26:00.019-04:00

There is one more week left for our August 2009 Give A Way ..
The drawing will be held on August 31,2009.

4 oz Aloe Vera & Seaweed gel
Be sure to leave a comment on the blog with your:

- name
- email address

Here we are, the end of summer, getting the 'back to school' stuff ready for the kids,vacations are almost over ... Just waiting for the cool breeze of Autumn. Cause it is the dog days of August going on here.

We have a new creation here at SunRose called:

A Sensory Delight Massage * After Bath * Body Oil

In a base of our Professional Formula # 4
Apricot Kernel, Fractionated Coconut,
Rosehip Seed (O), Evening Primrose, Vitamin E

Blended essential oils:
Grapefruit (O), Lemon (O), Patchouli, Ylang Ylang

Grapefruit - renews that 'zest' for life!
An emotional purifier, have some childlike fun again.

Lemon - clears your head, like sunshine!

Patchouli - unites all levels of your existence,
it allows you to enjoy all that life presents.
The earthy seductive scent ..
brings your sense alive.!

Ylang Ylang - the 'flower of flowers'. Heady, seductive,
sensuous. An extremely passionate and exotic delight.

Soothing to the skin as well as moisturizing.
Great after bath and a wonderful massage oil.

The first 5 people that respond to this and leave a comment,
will receive a 2 oz bottle.!

Remember to include :

- your full name
- email address

The drawing will be August 31, 2009.
Remember, you have to be in it to win it.

Hope you are keeping cool, drinking plenty of fluids, and don't forget our pets need lots of water as well.

Quote ~

'The perfume of sandalwood,
the scent of rose and jasmine,
travel only as far as wind.
But the fragrance of goodness
travels with us through all the worlds.
Like the garlands woven from a heap of flowers,
fashion your life as a garland of beautiful deeds.'
-- The Budha

~ until next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Summer Harvest / What's new / August Give A Way

2009-08-17T18:31:00.030-04:00

Cherry tomatoes are like candy.!

This is my 4th harvest of basil this summer.

To make my Basil cubes for the winter .. basil, garlic from the garden, evoo, a dash of salt.

We just received the newest edition of the Aromatherapy International Journal
Vol 45 - August 2009.

Inside this Issue:

* Essential Oil Profile - German Chamomile - Deby Atterby
* Aromatherapy & Cognitive Function in Dementia - Part 2 - E. Joy Bowles
* Therapeutic Massage - Jan Kusmirek
* Using essential oils for Detoxification - Julia Lawless
* Quantum Aromatherapy - Daniel Penoel
* Safety & Essential Oils - Part 2 - Tony Burfield
* Aging Gracefully with essential oils - Mindy Green
* Aromatic Journeys - Jim Llewellyn & Robbi Zeck
* Perfume capital of India - Kannauj

Visit our page: Aromatherapy Journals

Also new is our 'new' for us .. Chamomile Roman France.

In this summer heat be sure to drink fluids and take care of your skin.
Aloe vera & Seaweed gel is so cooling and refreshing and rehydrating for the skin.

This is our August Give A Way. Please be sure to included your name and email address in our comments section, so that we can contact you.! We will be giving away : 4 oz Aloe Vera Seaweed Gel. Be sure to leave a comment, and pass this onto your friends.

Just a few weeks left.. end of summer, getting the kids ready for back to school.
Vacations are almost over ..

Summer Quotes:

" Sometimes I wonder what I'm a-gonna do...
'Cause there ain't no cure for the summer time blues."
-- Eddie Cochran

"Whilst August yet wears her golden crown,
Ripening fields lush- bright with promise;
Summer waxes long, then wanes, quietly passing
Her fading green glory on to riotous Autumn."
- Michelle L. Thieme, August's Crown

~ til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

End of Summer

2009-08-13T15:27:00.008-04:00

Do you know it is Woodstock's 40 Anniversary.!!
Country Joe & the Fish, Jefferson Star Ship ..
oh boy .. and our Sheila (SunRose) is going up this
weekend to attend the concert .. Pictures Sheila.!!

To get you ready for making your handcrafted
goods for the upcoming holiday season, we are
offering::

Now thru September 2nd,2009
FREE GROUND UPS Shipping
on Orders OVER $75.00 **
(this offer is good for continental USA only)

Be sure to put this in the 'comments section' when you are checking out on the web site. 'Blog Watchers Special' FREE SHIP

An informed consumer is the best revenge. The things they do to our foods. Better known as 'frankinfoods' .. the new technology is called 'Nanotechnology' ... billions of dollars will be spent ..

You know .. I do believe Mother Nature should NOT be messed with .. to read more about what is coming to your food shelves ..
Fortified & Functionalized, Soon to be Nano-fied?

Stock up on supplies now:
- Shea Butter

- Aloe Vera Seaweed Gel

- Essential Oils

- Rare & Exotic materials for the Natural Perfumers

- Carrier Oil

- Our Professional Formulas (blended carrier oils)

- Our Supplies Page (for your handcrafting needs)

End of Summer Quote:
'Ah, summer, what power you have to make us suffer and like it.'
-- Russel Baker

Wishing you all a relaxing and peaceful end of summer.!

- until next time,
Rosanne
www.sunrosearomatics.com

Winners of July Give A Way!

2009-07-30T17:07:00.003-04:00

The 'tomato blight' has arrived in the Bronx. So so sad to see these wonderful tomatoes turn black on the vine .. Mother Nature has her reasons I'm sure.

Want to announce the winners of the July 2009 Give A Way.
Yeppers .. we picked 3 winners this month ::

Shipped out today:
- Jessica Ress from AngelFaceBotanicals.com

The following 2 winners have to contact me with their mailing addy's:
- Brenda @ ironweed
- Selkie @ shadlock06

Congratulations to the winners!
Stay tuned for August Give A Ways.

It has been so humid here and of course raining like crazy. Our West coast friends have been getting unbearable heat (over 100 degrees) .. the weather has just been so crazy for sure.!

Next week there will be a Full Moon / Lunar Eclipse in Aquarius on Wednesday August 5th at 8:45 p.m. EDT Aquarius Full Moon. Lunar Eclipse at 8:50 p.m. EDT.

Summer Quote:

" When summer opens,
I see how fast it matures,
and fear it will be short;
but after the heats of July and August,
I am reconciled, like one who has had his swing,
to the cool of autumn."
- - Ralph Waldo Emerson

" Hot town summer in the city
Back of my neck getting dirty and gritty
Been down, isn't it a pity
Doesn't seem to be a shadow in the city."
- - Joe Cocker

- til next time, stay cool!
Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com

About Town .. this & that .. Dog Days Ahead.!

2009-07-28T15:04:00.012-04:00

Ok .. I have to admit . August is not one of my favorite months ..
the heat and humidity are not my friends .. though the garden will
be producing like crazy .. the tomatoes will be ripe and ready,
the baby egg plants are already coming in .. and so cute ..
the squash is just prolific as is the yellow squash. Those hot red peppers,
wow .. ever blooming for sure .. and of course.. my basil ..love it ..
the garlic is yummy yummy .. life is good ..

About town:
DEPILATRIX::

My dearest friend Gail Adrian has started a new venture that is just amazing to me.
Visit her blog DEPILATRIX Wax it off .. NOW!!! She uses the best wax materials I have ever seen .. for those in NJ this is the place to go .. for those that have those 'special' needs ... Gail .. you are just amazing.!

SunRose July 2009 Give A Way:

>> Just 2 days left to leave your comment.! <<

Our Blog give a way for July 2009 ::

- 4 oz of our Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel
- 1 oz Rosehip Hydrosol (O) USA

Be sure to leave a comment and include your :
- name
- email address
so that we can get in touch with you!!

The drawing will be on July 30th, 2009 !!

New & Back in Stock::
- Chamomile Roman Organic

- Cinnamon Bark Organic NOP

- Sandalwood 2007 Sri Lanka

- Tea Tree Organic

- Wintergreen Organic

Quotes for the Summer ::

" Shall I compare thee to a summer's day? "
- - William Shakespeare

" What dreadful hot weather we have !
It keeps me in a continual state of inelegance. "
- - Jane Austen

" August creates as she slumbers,
replete and satisfied. "
- - Joseph Wood Krutch

Wishing you a wonderful August, may you be at the beach,
lake, mountains .. anywhere that is peaceful and relaxing.

Life is short .. enjoy the moment.
- til next time,
Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com

Summer time / Living is Easy ? / July Give A Way -

2009-07-20T19:13:00.012-04:00

Pergola is almost ready. Can't wait. Thank you Rudy ..

Sun dried tomatoes with fresh garlic and basil in extra virgin olive oil a dash of salt and pepper.

Harvest from the Garden:
Basil, green and yellow squash

The economic times in the country is really not the best. Yet, we are hopeful and carry on .. as usual. We are a resilient bunch and even though we are not as happy with the political climate and all the (empty) promises that were given .. we are still hopeful.

The saying is .. where there is life .. there is hope. And so, we hope, for good health care, more jobs, etc.

This was written by a dear friend and mentor:

Life’s task is to be like an otter, seeking adventure and joy in our
endeavors, instead of being like a beaver, always tied to work that
must be done and feeling guilty when it is not accomplished.

-- Sincerely, Journey Scenthttp://www.journeyscent.com

The fire flies are out and my garden looks enchanting as they twinkle in the evening light. I know its summer when I see them.

Upcoming Events in NYC:
The New York Botanical Garden

Presents: The Edible Garden
Perfumed Tea by Mandy Aftel
Thursday - August 6th, 2009
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Bronx New York

Mandy will be giving a talk on August 6th at the New York Botanical Gardens on perfumed tea as a part of the Edible Evenings series during this summer's The Edible Garden at The New York Botanical Garden.

New & Back in stock:

New at SunRose:

- a wonderful Organic Wintergreen from Nepal. It has a beautiful soft pink color and the scent is just delicious.!

- aged Sandalwood Sri Lanka 2007 - a deeply sensuous essential oil for both men and women.

- Cinnamon Bark Organic (NOP) Sri Lanka warm and spicy.

Be sure to care for your skin, especially if you are out enjoying the beach, park, riding your bike .. please remember to hydrate your skin and drink lots of fluids.

A good way and easy way to do this is with Hydrosols. Rosehip is especially wonderful and cooling as is the Peppermint. To read about our many different Hydrosols please visit our page.

- Hydrosols

- Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel

Quotes for July ~

' For him in vain the envious seasons roll -
Who bears eternal summer in his soul.'
- - Oliver Wendell Holmes, The Old Player

' Summer is the time when one shed's one's tensions with one's clothes,
and the right kind of day is jeweled balm for the battered spirit.
A few of those days and you can become drunk with the belief -
that all's right with the world.'
- - Ada Louise Huxtable

' Deep summer is when ..
laziness finds respectability. '
- - Sam Keen

Our Blog give a way for July 2009 ::

- 4 oz of our Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel
- 1 oz Rosehip Hydrosol (O) USA

Be sure to leave a comment and include your :
- name
- email address
so that we can get in touch with you!!

The drawing will be on July 30th, 2009 !!

- til next time
Enjoy these summer days,
Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com

Swimming Garlic & Garden Delights

2009-06-28T20:10:00.031-04:00

This is the view from my bedroom, the pergola is moving along .. if it would just stop raining for a few days .. we may actually be able to complete it.!

These are the 'scapes' the 'flower' of the garlic. The are the curly shapes, which you have to cut first .. so that the garlic heads will grow. Wait a few weeks after cutting the scapes, which you can saute like chives or use in a vase as a flower arrangement like I do. And then .. pull the garlic.

This one photo was named by my Brother Lou Luigi who every year plants the garlic for us. (plant on Christopher Columbus weekend in October) .. he arranged the above and named the photo. 'Swimming Garlic'

Here you have my brother with fists full of 'garlic' !

This is the first year I have grown these 'hot red peppers' ..

Hope you enjoy my seeing how my garden is growing.!

For the 4th of July,
Blog Watcher's Special:

FREE SHIPPING on ALL orders
over $50.00. (UPS Ground)
(within the continental USA)
This will be valid thru July 9th, 2009.

Be sure to enter this into the shopping cart comments section:
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Have a safe holiday.
- until next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Summer is here & Father's Day Winner

2009-06-24T18:15:00.008-04:00

Summer time .. Beach, Sun, Surf, playful fun.!!

The garden is lush .. vibrant with all the different shades of green. All we need now is some sun .. need to feel that sun energy on my face .. for sure.

Summer is here .. the 'rain' in this part of the world has been a bit overwhelming to say the least. Though my flowers are blooming, the scents are permeating the air .. I actually picked my first hot red pepper, tomatoes have tons of flowers as do the zucchini ..

The pergola is coming along .. though not yet completed .. patience ..

The winner of our Father's Day Give A Way is ::
Nadine Roelfs of Mankato MN.

For the Summer please remember to hydrate your skin by drinking plenty of water and spraying some hydrosols to refresh you.

- Visit our Hydrosol page

For sunburn or just to keep your skin hydrated our aloe vera seaweed is wonderful

- Visit Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel

Summer Quotes:

'You can bury a lot of troubles digging in the dirt. '
~~Author Unknown

'Coffee. Garden. Coffee.
Does a good morning need anything else? '
~~Betsy Cañas Garmon, www.wildthymecreative.com

'Gardening is civil and social,
but it wants the vigor and
freedom of the forest and the outlaw. '
~~Henry David Thoreau

- until next time,
Rosanne
http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Father's Day & Summer Solstice ~

2009-06-15T17:24:00.012-04:00

This weekend is Father's Day .. a day to celebrate and honor the men in our lives.
I was not fortunate to know my Dad ... however, my Grandpa and Uncles were very loving and positive roll models for me.

Some quotes for Father's Day:

'It is not flesh and blood ..
but the heart which makes us ..
fathers and sons. '
- - Johann Schiller

'Sherman made the terrible discovery that men make about their fathers sooner or later... that the man before him was not an aging father but a boy, a boy much like himself, a boy who grew up and had a child of his own and, as best he could, out of a sense of duty and, perhaps love, adopted a role called Being a Father so that his child would have something mythical and infinitely important: a Protector, who would keep a lid on all the chaotic and catastrophic possibilities of life. '
~ ~Tom Wolfe, The Bonfire of the Vanities

"My father didn't tell me how to live;
he lived, and let me watch him do it."
-- Clarence Budington Kelland

In honor of Father's Day ::

Blog Watcher's Special:

Free Shipping on all orders $50.00 or more
on UPS Ground in the continental USA.
This offer is valid thru June 22, 2009
Enter this in the 'comment section' when checking out.
We will only honor those that enter this code:
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Our Father's Day Give A Way ~
1 - (4 / 5 oz bar) Working Man Hands Handmade Soap
1 - (4 / 5 oz bar) Scandanavian Woods Handmade Soap
1 - 4 oz Peppermint Hydrosol for a cooling after shave spray

Please leave a comment to be eligible for our Give a Way, and be sure to leave your name and email address so that we may contact you.

The longest day of the year is the Summer Solstice, usually on June 21st.

'Then followed that beautiful season... Summer....
Filled was the air with a dreamy and magical light; and the landscape
Lay as if new created in all the freshness of childhood.'
~~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

'Summer is the time when one sheds one's tensions with one's clothes,
and the right kind of day is jeweled balm for the battered spirit.
A few of those days and you can become drunk with the belief
that all's right with the world.'
~~Ada Louise Huxtable

Enjoy the balmy summer days ahead.
~ til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Gardening / This & That around the Net !

2009-06-01T17:59:00.020-04:00

This is my garlic .!!! and can you see the earth boxes to the left .. with more tomatoes and sweet peppers.

Our End of May Blog Give a Way is ::

Congratulations to Ms Margaret @ yogagarden.

Every now and then I like to talk about people I have had the pleasure of dealing with in the business world.

Around the net, business / people I really admire and would recommend:

Christopher McMann at White Lotus has a fabulous newsletter and photos that are just amazing.!!! Visit White Lotus

Karen Creel at Garden Chick has a Home Depot for the opportunity to give away a $100.00 gift card on her blog. Vi st GardenChick Blog.

Papa Geno's Garden has move on .. and now has 'Heartland Organics' visit his farewell blog at : Papa Geno's Blog

Earth-Saver bag innovator. I met Carlos Kovalsky VP and Founder at the GoGreenExpo here in NYC. Visit his website: Earth-Saver

My garden brings me so much joy. Everything is now planted tomatoes (of course), basil, parsley, Rosemary, sage, oregano, egg plants, hot red peppers (a first for me),zucchini, yellow squash.

So excited, the photo above is the beginnings of my pergola that Rudy Gunther is building for me .. a long time dream ..

May is such a busy month with plantings and cleaning up from the winter.! For me .. the joy of gardening .. there is nothing better in this world. Peaceful .. just makes me happy to play in dirt.

Blog Watchers special:

From now til June 15th, 2009
on orders over $75.00
We are giving away a Earth-Saver bag.
Be sure to put this in the 'comments section'
when checking out :::
'EarthSaver bag' to receive this gift.!

Summer is around the corner, please be sure to take care of your skin.
Drink plenty of water, and be sure to moisturize your face.

- Hydrosol Page to hydrate your skin

- Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel for those sun burn days

Quotes for the month of June:

'If a June night could talk,
it would probably boast it invented romance.'
-- Bern Williams

'Kind hearts are the gardens;
kind thoughts are the roots;
kind words are the flowers'
kind deeds are the fruits.'
-- English Proverb

wishing you an enchanted garden filled with fragrant flowers.!
- til next time,
Rosanne
http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

End of May Give A Way!

2009-05-13T16:25:00.017-04:00

For the last 2 weeks of May 2009 ..
we are giving away a -

'Perfumer's Delight'
..... Starter Kit
1 - 4 oz DeNatured Perfumer's Alcohol
2 - 4 oz Bottles & Caps to create you blends
1 - Pack of Perfume Testing Strips (100 per pack)
1 - 1 dozen Disposable Pipettes
1 - 1 dozen Perfume Sample Vials
1 - Small Clear Perfume bottle w/ tear drop glass cap

Our Rare & Exotic pages have some interesting and precious raw materials ..
This page is dedicated to all those interested in making their own perfume or personal scent. To read more visit our Rare & Exotic page.

Be sure to leave a comment and your :
- name
- email address
so that we can get in touch with you!!

The drawing will be on May 28th, 2009 !!

Quotes:

'Happiness is like perfume -
You can't give it away,
without getting some on yourself.'
~ Unknown.

' As perfume doth remain in the folds,
..... where it hath lain.
So the thought of you, remaining deeply
..... in my brain, Will not leave me:
all things leave me :: You remain.'
~ Arthur Symons

Thank you for dropping by.

~ til next time
Rosanne
http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Mother's Day Winner / Armed Forces Day ~

2009-05-12T14:14:00.030-04:00

Armed Forces Day -
President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday for citizens to come together and thank our military members for their patriotic service in support of our country.

On August 31, 1949, Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson announced the creation of an Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force Days.

The single-day celebration stemmed from the unification of the Armed Forces under one department -- the Department of Defense.

To read more .. visit : US Dept of Defense - Armed Forces Day.

Quotes ~

' When our perils are past ...

shall our gratitude sleep?'

~ George Canning

' Lord, bid war's trumpet cease;

Fold the whole earth in peace.'

~ Oliver Wendell Holmes

' Then join hand in hand, brave Americans all!

By uniting we stand, by dividing we fall.'

~ John Dickinson

' I can no other answer make,

but .. thanks, and thanks.'

~ William Shakespeare

Mother's Day Winner -

The winner of the SunRose Mother's Day Give away - Joan Morais of CA.

Congratulations to you Joan!

I hope you enjoy our Travel Chest for Essential Oils.

On our Personal Care Page:

- Bruise Away Synergy : to ease those 'black & blues' away.!

- Bug Be Gone! Body Spray: the summer buggies will soon be here .!

- Pampered Soles Gift Set : Get ready for the Summer Season!

On our Massage Oils page :

- Bikers Delight : the weather is perfect for getting outside and riding your bikes.!

Don't forget our 'Blog Watcher's Special' til the end of month:

'Free Shipping on all orders over $75.00.
Valid til the end of month May 31, 2009'
(does not include handling)

In the 'comments section' when you check out,
be sure to enter: MD2009

Spring is in full swing here .. the sun has been shining,
its just a wonderful day in the neighborhood.!

~ til next time,
Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

Mother's Day / What's New / this & that!

2009-05-06T15:57:00.019-04:00

This is the last week of our Herb Blog Contest, so please be sure to leave a comment and don't forget we need an email address and your name to contact you.!

Around the web .. some interesting sites:

altMD - for the Health & Wellness Community -Joel Fellman over at altMD smart alternatives ... has a wonderful site going. for all those in the Health & Wellness Community you should visit this site. They created my page which is just amazing to me .. Thank you Joel. Visit : SunRose Aromatic, LLC and then the Products & Services Page.

Becky over at The Original Soap Dish shared about her younger brother who went into business for himself, now lives in England and is a pipe carver.
To visit his site: Larrysson Pipes

Sherrin Bernstein over at Touch Fitness has a wonderful establishment in Manhattan.
For those of you in that area visit her site for more information. Touch Fitness.com

Moment Magazine
A dear friend, Barry Jacobs is now with Moment Magazine a not for profit, dedicated to serious, highly literate, intellectual journalism. To contact Barry his email is BJacobs@MomentsMagazine.com. Or visit their online site: MomentsMagazine.com

Back in stock ..

- Visit our Essential Oil page.

- Beeswax Absolute
- Geranium Bourbon Madagascar Organic Not Certified (ONC)
- Geranium Yun Ling Shan China

With the warmer weather fast approaching, using hydrosols are a wonderful way to keep your skin hydrated. To learn more about them visit our Hydrosol Page.

What's new!

Though not really new here at SunRose .. it has been on my 'to do' list for the website for the longest .. so, introducing on line for the first time ::

Bugs Be Gone! Body Spray ~ On our personal care page.

Clients have taken this blend to South Africa, India, South America.
No synthetics or chemicals.. just pure and natural.

Mother's Day is fast approaching. Be sure to enter our Mother's Day Give A Way.
Please be sure to leave your name and email address.

Some Mom's Day quotes:

'Mother - that was the bank where we deposit
.... all our hurts and worries.'
~ T. DeWitt Talmage

' Each and every day of our lives ..
we make deosits in the memory banks of our children.'
~ Charles R. Swindoll, The Strong Family

Blog Watcher's Special ~

To Celebrate Mother's Day:

'Free Shipping on all orders over $75.00.
Valid til the end of month May 31, 2009'
(does not include handling)

In the 'comments section' when you check out,
be sure to enter: MD2009

To all the wonderful woman out there ..
wishing you a day of joy,
peace and contentment ..

~ until next time,
Rosanne
SunRoseAromatics

Herb Blog Contest - Week # 10 ! Final ..

2009-05-01T15:59:00.008-04:00

Torchsong Studio will be hosting the 10th and final week of our blog contest.

Maryanne is offering something a little different to close out the contest.

A lead free pewter garden pin with a little glass ladybug charm in the middle and garden tools on either side.

Just comment on this, or any of the other blogs participating for a chance to win one of ten pins to be given away. MAKE SURE YOU LEAVE A CONTACT email.

Remember all of the blogs below are participating, so visit all of them and post to increase your chances of winning.

The Essential Herbal magazine subscription
Garden Chick - fairy cookie kit
SunRose Aromatics - facial exfoliant and liquid soap
Herbs from the Labyrinth - tea sampler
Patti's Potions - lip balms
PrairieLand Herbs - healing wand
Aquarian Bath - lip balm and soap
The Rosemary House - Bertha Reppert's "Twelve Month Herbal"
Nature's Gift - purse-sized inhalers - inhalation blend
Torchsong Studio Our final contest - check back on May 8 for the list of winners!

Thanks everyone for participating and for playing!

Herb Blog Contest - Week # 9

2009-04-24T11:06:00.026-04:00

At Nature's Gift we have been pleased and excited about hosting this week's contest. The hard part has been trying to decide what to offer as the prize!

We chose Deluxe Personal Inhalers from our new shipment, filled with the winner's choice of several healing synergies.

We'll ship one of these pretty purse-sized inhalers filled with your choice of our SineEase Synergy, for easing sinus pain and congestion, Happy Morning Synergy, recommended for easing the nausea of morning sickness, but also helpful for motion sickness, etc., or our research based depression fighter "Citrus Smile."

To be entered in the contest, respond to this post, here, and at all the blogs listed below. Please be sure to include your Name and email address so that we may contact you.

To make the contest even more exciting, ONE lucky entrant, drawn from one of the listed blogs, will receive a signed copy of Marge's Book "Essential Oils and Aromatics".

You may check these links for some of the reviews, from the Journal of the Northeast Herbal Association, or from The Massage Therapy Journal.

Remember all of the blogs below are participating, so visit all of them and post to increase your chances of winning.

Torchsong Studio to be announced (one week)
The Essential Herbal - magazine subscriptions
Garden Chick - fairy cookie kit
SunRose Aromatics - facial exfoliant and liquid soap
Herbs from the Labyrinth - tea sampler
Patti’s Potions - lip balms
PrairieLand Herbs - healing wand
Aquarian Bath - lip balm and soap
The Rosemary House - to be announced today
Nature's Gift - winners to be announced May 1st

Good luck to all, remember to share this Blog Contest with your family and friends!

- until next time,
Rosanne

Mother's Day - Give A Way !

2009-04-23T09:07:00.014-04:00

This is a day to celebrate our Mom's.

'Mother love is the fuel that enables a normal human
being to do the impossible.'
- Marion C. Garretty, quoted in ::
'A Little Spoonful of Chicken Soup for the Mother's Soul'

My Mom was a very strong woman, intelligent, wise beyond her years, empowering, loving and funny Lady. Yes .. we had our little 'spats' as all children do, however,
she was the one who always told me to reach for the stars. And I miss her .. every single day.

So, whether you are a Mom, Aunt, Niece, Cousin, Sister, Friend .. we celebrate you .!! for your loving and nurturing ways.

Please be sure to post a comment on this blog post to enter into our Mother's Day Give A Way.! Make sure to leave your email address so that we may contact you.

The Travel Chest is really beautifully made from a local gentleman whose passion is to create beauty from wood. Thank you Rudy Gunther for your magical hands.!

To read about the Travel Chest please visit our page: Travel Chest

Oh .. and don't forget to pass this on to your family and friends.!

~ until next time,
Rosanne
http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Earth Day ~ Special Offer!

2009-04-22T11:26:00.012-04:00

To celebrate Earth Day, we are offering::

FREE SHIPPING - ON ORDERS $50. OR MORE!
Valid thru Sunday April 26, 2009
Use coupon code - ED2009FREESHIP
Enter this code in the 'Comments Section'
when checking out. This will be applied when
we process your order. (does not including Handling)
Applies to regular UPS Ground shipping only.

Browse our website for all natural products, essential oils, carrier oils,
aroma jewelry, diffuser blend, and much more.!
Visit :: SunRoseAromatics.com

My lilacs have tons of buds, the trees are all blooming and just glorious,
everything looks like a beautiful painting, all the 'new green' colors and
pastels of the flowers are just stunning.

Enjoy this glorious time of year, when Mother Nature shows her beauty.
New growth, new beginnings! Everything is just vibrant and alive.!

I hope you take the time to stop and enjoy the Spring Season!

~ until next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

The Herbal Blog Contest - Week # 8

2009-04-20T12:34:00.006-04:00

Bertha Reppert (1919-1999) was the founder of The Rosemary House and our mum. She was a Renaissance woman ahead of her time when she opened a herb and spice shop in a conservative East coast town in 1968. Convinced that once everyone learned about herbs they would love these plants as much as she did, she became an avid educator about the secrets of herbs. Lecturing, writing and always promoting herbs, Bertha Reppert became a mentor to many. This weeks prize is a copy of her last herbal and one of our very favorites.

Bertha Reppert's TwelveMonth Herbal features 365 herbal essays one for each day of the year. Written like she is speaking to a friend this book is fun, informative and easy to read. Many folks have told us they reread the book every year and make their own daily notes in the margins. Be sure to leave a comment to this post and at the other participating herbal blogs (see the links below) for your chance to win this clever book (an $18.00 value) filled with herbal lore, recipes and crafts (priceless). Sisters Susanna, the herbalist, and Nancy, the culinary artist, continue to share their Mother's love of all things herbal at The Rosemary House, the herb and spice gift shop, and at Sweet Remembrances tea room

The following blogs are also participating, so stop over, post a comment on these blogs for additional chances to win this weeks giveaway AND the chance to explore some cool blogs.

Nature's Gift to be announced (next week)
Torchsong Studio to be announced (two weeks)
The Essential Herbal - magazine subscriptions
Garden Chick - fairy cookie kit
SunRose Aromatics - facial exfoliant and liquid soap
Herbs from the Labyrinth - tea sampler
Patti’s Potions - lip balms
PrairieLand Herbs - healing wand
Aquarian Bath - lip balm and soap
The Rosemary House (where a list of winners will be posted on the 24th)

Check back we have a couple more weeks of give-aways!

Piracy / Spring in the Air / Back in Stock ~

2009-04-13T13:50:00.023-04:00

A double edged sword.

There is a real issue in the waters off Somalia, as the article explains .. However, there are always those that will capitalize on this..

Please .. read this article to become more informed.

We're Being Lied to About Pirates
By Johann Hari, Independent UK. Posted April 13, 2009.

Some are clearly just kidnappers and gangsters.
But others are trying to stop illegal dumping and devastating fishing.
To read more about this article: We're Being Lied to about Pirates

Eco-warrior sets sail to save oceans from 'plastic death' ~Billionaire banking heir David de Rothschild plans a remarkable journey in a plastic boat to highlight the enormous 'garbage patch' caught up in the swirling Pacific Ocean currents. Robin McKie reports .. Eco-Warrior set sail to save oceans

NEW & Back in Stock:
New ::
- Rosehip Hydrosol Organic USA

Back in Stock::
- Myrtle 'Green' Morocco - Ecocert Organic

Stay tuned .. as we have been thinking on our Mother's Day Give A Way ..
to honor all the women in our lives.!!

Enjoy this glorious time of year .. alive and vibrant ..
renewal .. rejuvenating. ...

~ til next time,
Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

The Herbal Blog Contest - Week # 7

2009-04-10T09:29:00.005-04:00

Welcome to week 7 of the herbal blog contest!

This week we are featuring Aquarian Bath your source for all natural gentle soaps, herbal balms, salves, deodorants, and spa pillows. Aquarian Bath's soaps, balms and salves are either unscented or lightly scented with only pure essential oils. This week, enter to win you choice of a Lavender Spearmint Lip balm in a 0.15 oz tube OR a Lemon Lime Lip Balm in a 0.25 oz slide tin, and 20% off on your next order with Aquarian Bath.

The Lavender Spearmint Balm is made with Extra virgin olive oil, Shea butter, Beeswax, Castor oil, Spearmint and Lavender essential oil.

The Lemon Lime lip balm is made with Coconut oil, Shea Butter, Castor oil, Beeswax, Jojoba, Lime and Lemon Essential oils, and Zinc Oxide, a mineral used in sunscreens.

To win one of these lovely balms, enter by posting a comment in response to this blog entry and take a chance at winning! Entrants must include their email address to be eligible to win. US and Canadian residents are eligible. You can receive additional chances to win in the following ways:

* Tweet about this blog contest on twitter.com including @aquarianbath in the tweet. Come back and log your tweet with a comment to receive 1 additional entry.
* Visit and join Aquarian Bath's fan page on Facebook. Leave a comment so we know you joined to receive 1 additional entry.
* Make a comment about your favorite item from Aquarian Bath's etsy or 1000markets stores to receive 1 additional entry.
* Make a purchase with Aquarian bath to on etsy or 1000markets to receive 3 additional entries.

*The following blogs are also participating, so stop over to enter with them for additional chances to win AND the chance to explore some cool blogs.
Aquarian Bath
Make a purchase from one of these 9 host blog's online stores to receive 2 additional entries and leave a comment at the host's blog's contest:
The Essential Herbal
Herbs from the Labyrinth
Patti's Potions
PrairieLand Herbs
The Rosemary House
Nature's Gift
Torchsong Studio
SunRose Aromatics
Garden Chick

One lucky winner from one of the 10 host blogs will be contacted to receive 2 free soaps of their choice along with their lip balm and 20% off coupon, so be sure to visit and enter at all 10 blogs.

The winners will be announced at the Aquarian Bath blog when the results are in from all participating blogs. Enjoy.

Keep coming back and keep entering. We have some great prizes coming up, and we'll be having the contests until the middle of May!

Remember to share this with friends and family as well.

- until next time,
Rosanne
http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Happy Easter Blog Give A Way - Winner !!

2009-04-09T15:40:00.014-04:00

The winner for this month's Happy Easter Blog Give A Way is:

>>> Deb Skinner - Jefferson, Oregon
(shipped today)

The Give A Way this month was our:

Chakra Synergies & Chakra Balancing / Beginners Guide

Congratulations to you Deb!
Thank you for participating in
our Give A Way and for visiting our Blog.

We will announce our Mother's Day give a way over the weekend.
Please stop back to view our new give a way.

Wishing everyone a safe and peaceful Holiday over the weekend.

~ until next time,
wishing you peace,
Rosanne
http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Just some Chat .. This & That ~

2009-04-07T15:52:00.012-04:00

Some articles I thought you may find interesting:

Empire State Building: New energy role model
The iconic skyscraper is undertaking $20 million in conservation measures.
Promoters hope to duplicate the effort worldwide.

NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- The Empire State Building kicked off a major energy-saving retrofit Monday, and promoters hope one of the world's most iconic skyscrapers can become an efficiency model for buildings worldwide. To read this article visit: Empire State Building.

For our friends in Europe ..
In-Cosmetics
Munich, 21-23 April 2009

In-Cosmetics is the leading global business platform for Personal Care ingredients.

It brings together the world's leading suppliers, R&D, production and marketing specialists and showcases the most diverse range of new and innovative cosmetics ingredients and services. To read more about it:
in-cometics.com

For those who are followers of Jack Gescheidt's::
'The TreeSpirit Project'
next TreeSpirit photo event:
Saturday, April 18, 4:30pm,
Mt. Tamalpais, CA

TreeSpirit Project photographer Jack Gescheidt here with news of the next large group TreeSpirit photo gathering: Saturday, April 18, starting 4:30pm on Mt. Tamalpais (Rock Spring parking lot) in Marin county, CA.

If you’re interested in joining this next TreeSpirit adventure, email me (jack@treespiritproject.com) your first and last name to join the guest list.

I am a big fan of his work .. check out his site: TreeSpirit Project

Why You Should Get More SleepEveryone knows that getting enough sleep is important. But many people don’t realize just how bad -- for mind and body -- sleep deprivation really is.

This is a subject near and dear to me .. as I have severe Sleep Apnea ... and anyone who has this .. knows first hand .. the devastating effects of this disorder.!!!

It was so bad .. that during a conversation, regardless if it was on the phone or in person ... I would just nod off .. talk about embarrassing. My friends .. would often ask .. are you on drugs ?? Lord have mercy.!
Not to mention when driving .. wow .. scared me to death. I was so happy when my Doc told me .. I was only allowed to drive no more than 15 minutes at a time.

I had every symptom in this article .. it is no joke that is for sure.
Sleeping with a cpap machine is not the easiest thing in the world .. It took me many months to adjust to having this 'thing' on my face while I attempt to sleep .. Well now, I would not ever want to sleep without it. (or should I say .. I cannot sleep without it).

It is not the most attractive thing .. so, those with partners ..
the benefits of NO snoring and a lively libido makes it so worth it. ...
To read more on this: Why you should get more sleep.!

This is such an exciting time of year .. so much going on in the garden.
New beginnings on so many levels ..

Just a reminder .. I am a firm believer in samples .. so, when checking out ..
oh .. at SunRoseAromatics.com .. if there is something you would like to experience and / or compare, please put it in the 'Comments Section' at check out .. or .. you will get what I call 'Sample Surprise' ..

~ until next time,
Rosanne

Gentle reminder - MONTHLY GIVE A WAY & GoGreen Expo

2009-04-06T16:44:00.017-04:00

Just a few more days of our April / Spring give a way ..
Please visit the Happy Easter - monthly Give A Way.

New Blog that I just think everyone will enjoy::

The Adventures of Harry ~
The musings of a Golden Retriever from Boston on topics ranging from politics, economics, health care and sports to New Age music, meditation, crafts, bird watching, chasing squirrels, rabbits, and balls and not to forget my all time favorite...sniffing butts.

New Arrival ::
Im on the ball this month, the new arrival of:

Aromatherapy Today International AT Journal
Volume 44 April 2009 ~

Inside this Issue:* Essential Oil Profile - Mandarin : Deby Atterby
* The Modern Alchemy of Carbon Dioxide Extraction : Ron Guba
* Cell Talk : Jan Kusmirek
* AT & Cognitive Function in Dementia : E. Joy Bowles
* Safety & Essential Oil : Tony Burfiled
* The Science Behind Squalene - Part 2: the Primordial Balance : Robyn Carrington

Also, new ...
From our Artisan Distiller in Washington State:

Rosehip Organic Hydrosol
Rosa spp (hip/fruit) - USA
USDA Certified Organic
Lot # 81101 / ph : 4.7
Plant Material : Fruit / hip

Straight from the Artisan Distiller to you.!

Please note: Do NOT confuse misters (water w/ added essential oil)
with TRUE Hydrosols. Hydrosols contain NO preservatives.

Stability & shelf Life: Stable. Usually lasts at least 2 years or longer, depending on storage. KEEP REFRIGERATED.

*** Rosehip is the Highest form of Vitamin C for your skin.

Other Applications:
* Good for all skin types
* Atomizer: Spritz directly on face & body.
* Compress: dampen clean cloth w/ hydrosol & apply to affected area.
* Bath: Add 1 - 2 cups of hydrosol to bath & enjoy.!
* Add to face masks instead of water.
* Facial Toner: Spritz on skin.

*** External use only. * Keep refrigerated ***

Blog Watcher's Special ..
This product was not put up on the website as yet.
Anyone placing an order over $50.00, will get a free sample if you
enter this into the 'Comments Section' when checking out.

'Blog Special - 1 oz Rosehip Hydrosol Sample Free'
This promo is valid until April 15th, 2009.

The GoGreenExpo is in less than 2 weeks. All the vendor booths were sold out. It should be an amazing show.. visit GoGreenExpo.com and look at the list of vendors that will be participating.

We will be at Booth # 805.. if your in the neighborhood, please be sure to drop by to say hello .. it will be great to see you there.

Some Quotes for the upcoming Season:

'Spring is Nature's way of saying 'Let's Party'.
- - Robin Williams

'Science has never drummed up ..
quite as effective a tranquilizing agent -
as a sunny spring day.'
- - W. Earl Hall

'April hath put a spirit of youth in everything.'
- - William Shakespeare

- until next time,
wishing you a glorious Spring.
Rosanne
http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Herbal Blog Contest Week # 6

2009-04-03T11:45:00.014-04:00

Welcome to week # 6 of the Herbal Blog Contest!
Friday April 3rd thru Thursday April 9th, 2009.

This week, enter to win a .15 oz. Healing Wand from Prairieland Herbs!

These healing wands contain:
- herbally infused certified organic olive oil,
- locally produced beeswax,
- vitamin E,
- essential oils of tea tree and lavender,

They are the perfect size for your pocket, purse, or diaper bag.
They work wonders on cuts, scrapes, rashes, burns, dry skin, hangnails, etc.

To win one of these useful and natural healing balms, simply enter by posting a comment in response to this blog entry and take a chance at winning!!!

Please remember to include your name and email addy so we can contact the winner!

The following blogs are also participating, so stop over to enter with them for additional chances to win AND the chance to explore some cool blogs.

Prairieland Herbs
Aquarian Bath
The Rosemary House
Natures Gift
Torchsong Studio
The Essential Herbal
Garden Chick
SunRose Aromatic
Herbs from the Labyrinth
Patti's Potions

Keep coming back and keep entering. We have some great prizes coming up, and we'll be having the contests until the middle of May!

Be sure to pay it forward and let your family and friends know about our give a way.!

- til next time,
Rosanne
http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

The Mind is a Terrible Thing to waste !

2009-03-28T18:45:00.020-04:00

The Most Pervasive Combat Injury Among U.S. Soldiers is Invisible --

and the Pentagon Has Tried to Keep it That Way.

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month and to observe it, the Pentagon did something special: it told the truth.

To read this article :: Alternet - War on Iraq

Ten products you should ban from your home forever -

You would never cross the street without looking both ways, walk alone down a dark alley alone at three AM, or tell your child to accept rides from strangers.

So why let hazardous, toxic, and even carcinogenic chemicals into your home everyday?

To read this article:: Go Green SustainLane

Back in Stock:

- Styrax Oil Extra

- Tea Green Absolute Extra

Quotes about thoughts ..

' What we are today comes from our thoughts of yesterday,

and our present thoughts build our life of tomorrow:

Our life is the creation of our mind.'

--- Buddha (563 BC - 483 BC)

'Every thought is a seed.

If you plant crab apples don't count on

harvesting golden Delicious.'

--- Unknown Souce

'To find yourself, think for yourself.'

--- Socrates (BC 469 - BC 399)

- until next time,

Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Herbal Blog Contest Week # 5

2009-03-27T12:15:00.011-04:00

This is Week 5 of the Herbal Blog Contest.
Friday March 27th to Thursday April 2nd.

Featured this week are moisturizing Lip Balms
from Patti's Potions Natural Soaps, Ltd. Did you know that most lip balms contain petroleum products that are NOT eco-friendly?

This is your opportunity to experience fine natural oils in your lip care experience. Food-grade lip-safe flavorings and essential oils may be used to add flavor to the lip balms. No sweetener is added. Ingredients: calendula infused olive oil, shea butter, natural beeswax, jojoba, castor, & vitamin E.

To win TWO of these luscious lip balms, simply enter by posting a comment in response to this blog entry and take a chance at winning!!!

IMPORTANT ***
Don't forget to include your email addy so we can contact the winner!

The following blogs are also participating, so stop over to enter with them for additional chances to win AND the chance to explore some cool blogs. We are unable to ship out of country at this time.

PrairieLand Herbs
Aquarian Bath
The Rosemary House
Nature's Gift
Torchsong Studio
The Essential Herbal
Garden Chick
SunRose Aromatics
Herbs from the Labyrinth
Patti's Potions

Keep coming back and keep entering. We have some great prizes coming up, and we'll be having the contests until the middle of May!

- until next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

New Moon - New Beginnings - Happy Spring !

2009-03-26T15:35:00.007-04:00

To celebrate Spring ..
for those wanting to clean out their lungs ..
read about our 'Smoke Out' blend

We have Pocket Inhaler Sets that you may find interesting:
Choose your color and blend.

New Moon in Aries is a time of new beginnings.!
Though some of the country is getting another covering of snow,
here in the Bronx, all the plants are starting to peak thru .

I was remiss, in that I had a 'moment' and forgot to mention that we have the latest
issue of the Aromatherapy International Journal. Vol 43 - December 2008. Visit our page to read about this issue:: AT Today Journal

Back in Stock:
Visit our page - SunRose Aromatics Essential Oils

- Magnolia Flower Oil - France

Found this article that I thought was interesting ..
They say we are what we eat.!
The Top 10 Aphrodisiac Foods (who knew)...

This is a busy season coming up .. planting .. seeds, flowers, shrubs!
the glorious colors and scents of the season.
Enjoy,

- til next time,
Rosanne

12th Annual Revlon Run/Walk for Women - New York

2009-03-23T19:27:00.023-04:00

12th Annual EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women::

Every year my niece Christie Tartaro and Sis in Law Barbara Tartaro participate in the
12th Annual EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women.

Please join us in the fight against women's cancers by making a pledge or donation on Christie's behalf ..

Date: Saturday - May 2nd, 2009

Place: Times Square / Central Park

NYC, New York

Please visit:: Revlon Run/Walk for Women

Free Issue of The Essential Herbal to Download::

My dear friend Tina Sams over at TEH (The Essential Herbal Magazine) is 'paying forward' and is giving this free download of her 'back to the earth' 2008 Mar/April Issue.

Download it, and share it with anyone who you think would enjoy it .. that has any interest in all things herbal.!

To download this issue please click here ::

Mar/April Issue TEH.

There is a new 'blog' on the radar.!

Commerce with a Conscience ~

It is entirely possible to be well dressed without compromising your morals, or spending beyond your means. You just need to do some research. That's why I'm here.

Ive known Bradley since he was born .. it has been a joy watching his process and navigating life issues ..

Please visit his blog and comment. Commerce with a Conscience.

Spring is in the air !! my tiger lilies are poking their heads out of the ground, at least 2 inches tall already .. I have been checking the lilac bush .. still not a bud .. but I will keep on checking.

Thank you for visiting .. I hope you will stop back often to visit .

- until next time,
Rosanne

http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Herb Group Contest - Week # 4

2009-03-20T14:50:00.039-04:00

Wishing you a wonderful Spring as today is the Spring Equinox.
Here in the Bronx we had the biggest snow flakes this morning, however, Mother Nature cleared the sky and now the sun is shining the sky is blue..
the birds are so happy!

Wishing you a fragrant Spring with all the glorious 'new green' colors.

Welcome to week # 4 of our Herb Blog Group Contest!

For the week between Friday, March 20 and Thursday, March 26, you can enter simply by 'entering a comment' in response to this blog entry and take a chance at winning a sampler of hand-blended herbal teas from HerbsfromtheLabyrinth.com, including one each of the following:

Moontime Tea, Lover's Tea, Spring in My Step, FemininiTea, Dandy Lion Tea, Hush-A-Bye, Strong As Nails, SereniTea, SmarTea, DigestiviTea, Nursing Mother Tea, Endo-Liver Tea, Love Your Liver Tea, and Mid-Summer tea

HerbsfromtheLabyrinth.com

has a wide range of herbal products to choose from.

The following blogs are also participating, so stop over to enter with them for additional chances to win AND the chance to explore some cool blogs.

The Essential Herbal - One Year Subscriptions - week 1

Garden Chick - Fairy cookie cutters - week 2

SunRose Aromatics - Facial Scrub & Organic Liquid Soap - week 3

Herbs from the Labyrinth - Herb 'Tea Sampler' - week 4

The winners of Herb Blog Contest Week # 3

Which was hosted by SunRose::

Patti's Potions - Jody Sullivan North Platte, NE

PrairieLand Herbs - Caroll Duffy - Canada

Aquarian Bath - Elizabeth Jacob - Canton, OH

The Rosemary House - Marie Moore - Danville, PA

Natures Git - Gail Odegaard - Hyattville, WY

Torchsong Studio - Sara Brockunier - Claremont, NH

The Essential Herbal - Jen Strading - Ephrata, PA

Garden Chick -

SunRose Aromatics - Emily N.

Herbs from the Labyrinth - Andrea Gutierrez - La Mirada, CA

We hope you keep coming back to visit us and our 'herb blog group contest'.

- until next time,

Rosanne

Upcoming Event, this & that ..

2009-03-18T19:32:00.018-04:00

Go Green Expo invites both consumers & business owners to learn more about what is readily available so they can take steps to purchase earth friendly products & services to make our communities greener, one city at a time. To read more about it and the vendors who will be at the Expo, visit GoGreenExpo.com www.GoGreenExpo.com

Dates:
Friday - April 17th,
Saturday April 18th,
Sunday April 19th, 2009

Time: starting at 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Place: New York Hilton - 2nd Fl
Booth # 805

Hope you can stop in and visit !

In the News ::

Veterans Concerned About New Proposal -
Charging Private Insurance for VA Care .. to read more about this, please visit:
America Abandons Veterans.

No More Toxic Tub -
Getting contaminants out of Children's Bath & Personal Care Products
by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics .. to read more about this, please visit: Safe Cosmetics.org

And another article - in USA Today. Group finds carcinogens in kids bath products.
The above articles are exactly why labeling is so very important .. however, more important .. the consumer has to read it to be informed.

Spring is here .. and I know many folks who love to bicycle ride !!!
We've long been annoyed by inconsiderate drivers.

Now, it's time to become more considerate bicyclers.
To read more about this .. here is a fun article on 'Simple Bicycle etiquette tips'

Spring is here .. Friday is the Vernal Equinox. Remember to protect your skin when out and about. Whether its cleaning up the winter debris from the garden, walking in the park, bicycling, whatever activity you do.

Stop by our website: www.SunRoseAromatics.com for your skin care needs.

~ until next time,
Rosanne

Wishing All a St Patty's Day.!

2009-03-17T11:09:00.009-04:00

' St Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -

a day to begin transforming winter's dreams

.. into summer's magic.'

- - Adrienne Cook

' May your blessings outnumber

The Shamrocks that grow,

And may trouble avoid you

Wherever you go.'

-- Irish Blessing

And so to all my friends,

in honor of my Step Dad ... Papa Murphy,

orders over $75.00 free shipping
from now til March 24th, 2009

Be sure to put this in the

'comments section'

when you check out.

'Irish Eyes 2009'

(valid thru March 24th, 2009)

Please visit out website: http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

~ until next time,

Rosanne

Happy Easter ! ~ New Give A Way

2009-03-16T16:38:00.008-04:00

This month in honor of Easter, our Give a Way::
which represents 'new beginnings', new growth ..

Our Happy Easter Give-A-Way this month ::

Post and leave a comment on this blog post before April 8th, 2009 for your chance to win.

Our drawing this month will award 1 lucky winner.

Please be sure to include the following:
- your email address (so we may contact you)
- your name

The winner will receive:

- Chakra Balancing Beginner's Guide
& the Chakra Synergies

The drawing will be held on April 7th, 2009, the winners will be announced on April 8th, 2009.

The winners from last month's Celebrate Spring Give a Way:

Winner # 1 - Doris Land from Sunset, South Carolina
Aroma Jewelry Moon & Stars Pewter Pendant w/ Amethyst

Winner # 2 - Jody D. Sullivan from North Platte, NE
1 oz Ageless Elixir Facial Formula

Congratulations to you both.!

Be sure to share this drawing with your friends & family.

Some Quotes for Easter / Spring / New beginnings ~

' Easter spells out beauty,
the rare beauty of new life. '
- - S.D. Gordon

' He takes men out of time
and makes them feel eternity.'
- - Ralph Waldo Emerson

' Awake, thou wintry earth -
Fling off thy sadness!
Fair vernal flowers, laugh forth
Your ancient gladness! '
- - Thomas Blackburn, ' An Easter Hymn'

' Unfortunately, there is nothing more inane than an Easter carol.
It is a religious perversion of the activity of Spring in our blood. '
- - Wallace Stevens, 1916

~ til next time,
may your garden bloom with fragrant flowers.!
Rosanne
http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Herbal Blog Contest - Week # 3

2009-03-13T14:29:00.008-04:00

For the week between March 13th and Thursday, March 19th you can enter by simply posting a comment and your email (be sure to include this contact information) in response to this blog entry and take a chance at winning !!!

The prize this week from SunRose ::

Apricot Kernel Meal Scrub w/ Organic Liquid Castile Soap ~

Here we are .. week # 3 of our herbal blog contest.
And this week SunRose is giving away one of our many all natural skin care products.

Pamper your face with all natural

* apricot kernel meal * and organic liquid soap.

Simply mix in the palm of your hand & then apply to your face. Makes a wonderful exfoliate.

The following blogs are also participating, so be sure to stop over and visit them to enter with them for additional chances to win AND a chance to explore some really cool blogs.

Herbs from the Labyrinth

Patti's Potions Natural Soaps

Prairieland Herbs Blog

Aquarian Bath Blog

The Rosemary House Blog

Nature's Gift Aromatherapy Blog

Torchsong Studio Blog

The Essential Herbal Blog

Garden Chick Blog

Keep coming back every week and keep entering. We have some great prizes coming up, and we'll be having the contests til the middle of May.!

Remember to visit the other Blogs .. you have to be in it to win it.!!

Last week's winner from the SunRose Blog was :: Sara Brockunier from New Hampshire.! Congratulations and enjoy your Fairyland Cookie Cutters from the Garden Chick Blog.

~ until next time,

Rosanne

http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

A NYC Scene, This & That ~

2009-03-09T14:47:00.024-04:00

This photo is of a typical NYC scene ~
A Newstand in Mahattan.

This photo is of a typical NYC scene ~ A Newstand in Mahattan.
Photo taken by Phillip DelVecchio - My cousin.

A bit of a rant ~
Wall Street Journal ~
Forgive me .. but I just have to vent here .. Say it ain't so ..!!!
The Wall Street Journal .. now has a 'sports page' !!!

Needless to say .. if I wanted to read sports, I would subscribe to
the Daily News .. Are things that desparate for Mr Murdock ??

He has turned an 'institution' into a 'rag magazine' .. Im heart broken.
Been reading the WSJ since 1970 when I first worked down on Wall Street.
I had hope Mr Murdock would not 'trash' WSJ .. oh well.

10 Ways to feel YOUNG again ~
Lately, many of my friends (in my age group) .. have been chatting about ..
'Im young at heart' .. though the years are creeping up on us .. we are still
happy kids inside.

This article, I thought, reflected our thoughts in many way.
Visit the Everyday Health site for 10 simple ways to stay young and vibrant.!

Forest Meditation Room ~
With Spring around the corner, Full Moon this week, and Spring Equinox March 20th this year.. thought this would be a wonderful way to start off the Spring season with a meditation page called:: Forest Meditation Room. Enjoy. !

Why Guys Won't Diet the Way Women Do ~
An interesting article .. Turns out, men and women aren't equal in the weight-loss game. Oh well.. To read more about this .. By the Numbers.

Please visit our website: http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

- Essential Oils
- Carrier Oils
- Our Professional Formulas (blended carrier oils)
- Shea Butter
- Diffuser Blends
- Supplies
- Ageless Elixir Facial Formula
- Chakra Synergies
- Hydrosols

March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb.

~ until next time,
Rosanne

Herb Blog Group Contest - Week 2

2009-03-06T13:03:00.035-05:00

Welcome to week 2 of our Herb Blog Group Contest!

For the week between Friday, March 6 and Thursday, March 12, you can enter simply by entering a comment in response to this blog entry and take a chance at winning Fairyland Cookie Cutter and Fairyland Recipe Card.

Each cookie recipe comes with 1 "friend of the fairies" fairy cookie cutter and fairy sprinkles. Cutters include bird, dragonfly, fairy, gnome, flower, butterfly - she'll choose one for you!

Garden Chick has a delightful selection of products that are either created by Karen or something she found on her adventures and loves enough to share!

The following blogs are also participating, so stop over to enter with them for additional chances to win AND the chance to explore some cool blogs. If you are already a subscriber, we'll just add the free year on the end.

Herbs from the Labyrinth
Patti's Potions
PrairieLand Herbs
Aquarian Bath
The Rosemary House
Natures Gift
Torchsong Studio
The Essential Herbal
Garden Chick

Remember - you have to be in it to win it -be sure to post your comment so you can be in the drawing.!

May the Luck of the Irish be with you.

Don't forget, Day Light Savings time is the weekend on Sunday ..
'Spring ahead'!

~ til next time,
Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

March comes in like a lion.! ~

2009-03-02T10:21:00.013-05:00

Snow Storm in the City
March is coming in like a lion ..
as the saying goes.
The snow is just beautiful ..
but then again, I am one of the lucky ones
that does not have to commute to work.

Thought I would share this site, sent to me by Greg Lynch,
a SunRose Customer, who wrote an article on 'Solar Cooking'.

Solar Cooking is, I believe, a step into the future of food preparation that is available today. Make sure you don't miss your opportunity to taste the future of food right now.
Happy cooking!
For more information on Solar Cooking please visit: WholeSunLiving.com

A review on our Ageless Elixir:

I just wanted to say a word or two or three about SunRose Ageless Elixir Formula. I am a 56 year old woman and a natural red head. Needless to say I have very sensitive skin and it's close to impossible to find a facemoisturizer that doesn't have some kind of acid in it.

I'm convinced that it's the acid in all the moisturizers now-a-days is part and parcel of the increase in melanoma but that's another story.

I love Ageless Elixir, it doesn't sting, and it absorbs immediately.
I am continually complimented on my skin tone and color so
thought I'd pass on the night-time routine that works for me.

When I take a shower I wait till my skin is soft from the steam
and then I exfoliate with SunRose Apricot Kernel Meal.

When I get out of the shower I then spritz with SunRose Frankincense Hydrosol.

Once that's dry I put on my SunRose Ageless Elixir Facial Formula.
The next morning when I wake up TA-DA I'm gorgeous.

Thank you Rosanne for making such great products!!!!!!!!!!

Bright Blessings, Katherine L. Tupman,
www.goddessheal.com

Back in Stock:

- New 'ORGANIC' Bitter Orange - Brazil
- Clary sage - France
- Terebinth - East Europe

For more information, please visit: SunRoseAromatics.com

Quote ~

First a howling blizzard woke us,
Then the rain came down to soak us,
And now before the eye can focus
-Crocus.
- - Lilja Rogers

Remember ..
March comes in like a lion,
and goes out like a lamb.

Until then,
stay cozy and warm,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

New Blog Groups Contest (S) !!!

2009-02-27T10:54:00.018-05:00

SunRose Aromatics is happy to annouce we will be part of the following::

Welcome to our Herb Blog Group Contest!

For the week between Friday, February 27 and Thursday, March 5
you can enter simply by entering a comment in response to this blog entry

and take a chance at winning a full year’s subscription to The Essential Herbal Magazine!

The Essential Herbal is written by, for, and about herbie people and the things they love. It is a grassroots publication that talks about the things you want to know when it comes to herbs.

The following blogs are also participating, so stop over to enter with them for additional chances to win AND the chance to explore some cool blogs. If you are already a subscriber, we’ll just add the free year on the end. Be sure to leave an email addy in your response so that we can reach you if you win!

Possum Creek Herb Farm
Blessings of an Herbwyfe

Garden Chick ***

Herbs from the Labyrinth ***

Patti’s Potions ***
PrairieLand Herbs ***
Aquarian Bath ***

The Rosemary House ***
Natures Gift ***
Torchsong Studio ***
The Essential Herbal ***
SunRoseAroamtics ***

*** These blogs will be having contests for the next 10 weeks.
Join in on the fun! Be sure to come back!

Remember .. you have to be in it to win it.

~ til next time,
Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

Celebrating Spring - New Give-A-Way.!

2009-02-23T10:57:00.017-05:00

Though it is still a bit brisk out, I can just feel Spring in the air. My garden is calling to me and I am excited about planning what herbs, veggies and flowers will be planted this year.!

Let's Celebrate Spring ... time for rebirth. The length of daylight rapidly increases, and the hemisphere begins to warm significantly causing new plant growth to 'spring forth' giving the season its name. According to the astronomical definition, Spring begins on the Vernal Equinox (Usually March 20th in the North Hemisphere).

This is such a beautiful season .. the 'new green' on the trees, all the flowers peaking thru the ground .. Mother Nature birthing forth.!

Our Spring Give-A-Way this month::
Post and leave a comment on this before March 15th,2009 for your chance to win.

Our drawing this month will award 2 lucky winners.

Please be sure to include the following:
- your email address
- your name

The winners will receive:

The 1st winner will receive:
- Moon & Stars Pewter Pendant w/ Amethst

The 2nd winner will receive:
- Ageless Elixir Facial Formula

The drawing will be held on March 16th, 2009 and the winners will be announced on March 16th, 2009.

Be sure to share this drawing with your friends & family.
You have to be in it to win it.!!

May the 'luck of the Irish' be with you.!

Quotes for Spring ::
'In the spring, at the end of the day,
you should smell like dirt.'
- - Margaret Atwood

'Indoors or out, no one relaxes in March,
that month of wind and taxes,
the wind will presently disappear,
the taxes last us all the year.'
- - Ogden Nash

'And Spring arose on the garden fair,
Like the Spirit of Love .. felt everywhere;
And each flower and herb on Earth's dark breast
rose from the dreams of its wintry rest.'
- - Percy Bysshe Shelley, 'The Sensitive Plant'

~ until next time,
Rosanne
http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

What's new around town.!

2009-02-17T18:03:00.010-05:00

We are excited to announce we will be participating in the Go Green Expo here in NYC ... We hope you will stop by to say hello. When we receive our booth number we will announce it here.. Hope to see you there.!

Go Green Expo
- the nations premier eco-friendly tradeshow,
- coming to the Hilton New York April 17th - 19th.

Sponsored in part by NBC and The New York Post, Go Green Expo will showcase the latest and greatest in all things green from fuel efficient cars and natural personal care products to greener gadgets that help us live more sustainably.

In addition to over 250 different exhibits, Go Green Expo will also host a variety of panels with leaders in the green industry, local politicians, and community activists.

This three-day event will include a business-to-business expo followed by two days for eco-minded consumers. Limited booth space is still available, contact Jason Landun at 212-655-4505 ext. 239. Visit www.GoGreenExpo.com for more details!

The One World One Heart - Finally Winner !!
One of our original winners did not reply. So, we had another drawing.

Winner # 2 - Beth from Iowa. She did not respond.
Our new Winner is:

# 50 - Tammie Lee - www.spirithelpers.net
will receive a 4 oz Rosa Alba (White Rose) Hdyrosol Organic from Bulgaria.

The weather has really been lovely, though still Winter .. I can just feel Spring around the corner. However, my skin is still trying to deal with the winter cold and dry air in the house .. If you have been having the same issues .. with the dry, itchy, flaky skin .. winterizing you skin with the following products will greatly help:

- Ageless Elixir :: many have written how wonderful it makes their face feel.!
- Apricot Kernel Meal :: a gentle exfoliate that gets rid of the dead skin.
- Professional Formulas :: they are great 'after bath' moisturizers, select the one you feel will work best for your skin.
- Hydrosols :: just a wonderful way to moisturize and tone your face.

Back in Stock & What's New -

- Aroma Jewelry :: 'new' Pewter Pendants - fun, practical & whimsical.
(remember to click on 'more information' to read description of the jewelry)

- Kunzea: Kunzea ambigue from our distiller in Australia

- Diffuser Blends Page to help with the sniffles

Some Winter Quotes ::
“Sometimes our fate resembles
.... a fruit tree in winter.
Who would think that those branches
would turn green again and blossom,
but we hope it, we know it.”
- - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe quotes (German Playwright, Poet, Novelist and Dramatist. 1749-1832)

“There is no art in turning a goddess into a witch,
a virgin into a whore, but the opposite operation,
to give dignity to what has been scorned,
to make the degraded disireable,
that calls for art or for character.”
- - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

"Winter is the time for comfort,
for good food and warmth,
for the touch of a friendly hand and
for a talk beside the fire:
it is the time for home."
- - Edith Sitwell

'Surely as cometh the Winter, I know
There are Spring violets under the snow.'
- - R.H. Newell

~ until next time,
Rosanne
http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

One World One Heart Winners!

2009-02-12T12:50:00.013-05:00

The One World One Heart was a beautiful and heartfelt experience for me.
Thank you for participating. Below are the winners.!!

Random.org ::
The following numbers were a result of the Random Integer Generator:
http://tinyurl.com/ahrxux

31, 177, 180, 116

Winner # 1 is ::
# 31 - stampgram@yahoo.com - Connie from WY

will receive a 4oz Rose Alba (White Rose) Hydrosol Organic from Bulgaria.
Shipped today .!

Winner # 2 is::
# 177 - Beth from Iowa

will receive a 4 oz Rose Alba (White Rose) Hydrosol Organic from Bulgaria.

** Please contact us as you did not leave an email address.
If you do not contact us by February 14th, will will do another drawing.

Winner # 3 is::
# 180 - Jamaise - jamaisew@gmail.com

will receive a 4 oz A Rose is a Rose Massage * Bath * Body oil.
Shipped today.!

Winner # 4 is:
# 116 - templarlady - Jane W. from CT

will receive a 4oz A Rose is a Rose Massage * Bath * Body oil.
Shipped today.!

Valentine's Day thoughts:

"There is no remedy for love but to love more."
- - Thoreau

"Better to have loved and lost,
than to have never loved at all."
- - St. Augustine

"Who, being loved, is poor?"
- - Oscar Wilde

"Time is too slow for those who wait,
too swift for those who fear,
too long for those who grieve,
too short for those who rejoice,
but for those who love,
time is eternity."
- - Henry Van Dyke

My wish for you - is much love.!
~ until next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

What's going on ?

2009-02-02T14:49:00.009-05:00

One World - One Heart:
Be sure to read this post and sign up for our OWOH give a way.!!!
This event will close Feburary 11, 2009.

The FDA Globalization Act of 2009
FDAG 2009: a Bill we can work with - Please note, Donna Maria Coles Johnson, from the Indie Beauty Network, launched this website designed to keep the general public informed.

Sagescript Institute:

Looking for a way to test your products before putting them on the market. Cindy Jones of Sagescript Institute is a biochemist who does microbiology testing on emulsions such as lotions and creams for the cosmetics and skin care industry. This is an important quality control step for those who make these products. She also grows herbs, makes herbal distillates and natural skin care products. Please visit Sagescript Institute site for more information: http://www.sagescript.com or read her blog at http://sagescript.blogspot.com

What's new & back in stock at SunRose ~

- Ginger Madagascar Organic
- Rose Alba (White Rose) Hydrosol Bulgaria Organic
- Eucalyptus globulus China
- Rose Absolute ( Rosa centifolia ) - Morocco
- Kunzea Australia "NEW" (will be up on site soon)

Visit our Hydrosol page your face will thank you.. and sigh with joy.

I use mine everyday .. sometimes 2 times a day.!
Best if used after you wash your face ..

The best option for treating skin:
* Usually compresses of the straight hydrosol or
* a strong dilution of 50 - 70 % and cool spring water
* Shampoos can be diluted by 50% with hydrosol.
* Conditioners can be diluted by 30% or more.
* A valuable addition to your home spa regimen - in face masks, etc.
* A wonderful room spray.

Valentine's Day Special ~
- FREE SHIPPING -
All orders over $75.00
(vaild thru February 14, 2009)

Valentine's Day is a very special day for me .. here are some thoughts ~

"To love you must be willing to let go, to let go you must be willing to love."
- - - Source Unknown

'When love is not madness, it is not love.'
- - - Pedro Calderon de la Barca

'Take away love ... and our earth is a tomb.'
- - - Robert Browning

'Love is a smoke ... made with the fume of sighs.'
- - - William Shakespeare

My wish for you .. is much love ..

~ til next time,
Rosanne
http://www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Wordle - so cool.!

2009-01-27T15:11:00.005-05:00

My good friend Ms Tina Sams from the Essential Herbal.blogspot.com told me about this site.
It was so much fun to do .. whether you have a business or just for personal fun.!

Enjoy : Wordle - Beautiful Word Clouds... Wordle.net

- until next time,
Rosanna
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

Event Blog from around the World.!

2009-01-27T13:42:00.010-05:00

One World - One Heart ::

It is exciting to be a part of this 'third annual world wide' event.

Post and leave a comment on this before February 12th, 2009 for your chance to win.

Our drawing will award 4 lucky winners ::
(we chose the number 4 as it represents the
4 Elements: earth, wind, fire & water).

Be sure to include the following:
- your email address
- your name

The winners will receive:

The 1st - 2 winners will receive:
- 4 oz - Rose Alba (White Rose) Hydrosol Organic from Bulgaria

The 2nd - 2 winners will receive:
- 4 oz - A Rose is a Rose Massage * Bath * Body Oil

The drawing will be held on February 11th, 2009
and the winners will be announced on February 12, 2009.

Good Luck.!

~ until next time,
Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

Happy 2009.! Its a New Year.!

2009-01-06T14:14:00.006-05:00

When I used to think of 2000 anything .. it was so 'futuristic' .. a SciFi sort of feeling. Now here we are 2009 ... hoping the economy will turn around, the financial situation has been the worst ever in the history of this country, I pray the wars will end, our soldiers home safe.

SunRose is going into our 11th year .. it feels like just yesterday that I was starting out. Only a few oils .. learning .. and playing and learning some more. The evolution over the years was slow and steady, adding more materials as time went on. Formulating products when the need arose for myself, family, friends, clients.

It has been a wonderful and exciting journey. Many thanks to all that have be supportive of my work. And a special thanks to Sheila Concepcion & Johanna Tramo the SunRose Staff .. they make all things possible.

In the News:

Tea Tree Essential Oil -
Earlier studies show washing with liquid removes superbug from the skin.!
Doctors test tea tree oil body wash for MRSA - Infectious diseases- msnbc.com http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28473019/

IndieShopping.TV -

Industry News that is so exciting .. IndieShopping.TV .. the creator, our own Donna Maria Coles Johnson (aka dM) Indie Beauty Network .. Launching the first on the net .. home shopping.! It was my pleasure to be on her first show.!
Move over QVC ! To view my segment :

Steps to Winterize your skin!
- shorten your shower - w/ lukewarm water. (not hot)
- exfoliate to remove the dead skin for keeping skin replenished.
- be sure to moisturize your body while you skin is still damp.
- tone your face, the area most battered by the wind.
- don't forget to use sunscreen, it is just as important in the winter
- to avoid the 'winter itch' .. dressing warm in layers, avoid wool or other scratchy fabrics next to your skin.
- be sure to protect your hands from the winter cold and wear gloves.
this will also protect your hands from cracking and splitting cuticles.

Some of our products will help you 'winterize' your skin:

- Apricot kernel meal: a gentle exfoliate

- Professional Formulas - after bath moisturizer

- Hydrosols : to tone your face

- Ageless Elixir: your face will sigh with joy.!

- Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel to hydrate your face.

- Cuticle Care Pure & Natural: to protect your cuticles & nails

Back in stock items:

From our supplier in India:

- Cedarwood Himalayan
- Champa Attar
- Davana
- Spikenard
- Vetivert

Please visit our page: Essential Oils

Quotes for January :

' Winter is an etching,
Spring is a watercolor,
Summer an oil painting,
and Autumn a mosaic of them all.'
--- Stanley Horowitz

'Between two moments, bliss is ripe.
Think in the morning,
Act in the noon,
Eat in the evening,
Sleep in the night.
In seed time learn, in harvest teach,
in winter .. enjoy.'
--- William Blake, Proverbs of Hell

'The bad news is .. time flies.
The good news is .. you're the pilot.'
--- Michael Althsuler

stay cozy and warm -
til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

New Year's Eve Sky Show

2008-12-29T16:24:00.009-05:00

Another year coming to a close ..
Much reflecting on the year gone by.

Thought the 'star watchers' might find this information interesting:

NEW YEAR'S EVE: What a way to end the year. On Dec. 31st, Venus and the slender crescent Moon will gather together high in the southwestern sky for a beautiful conjunction visible for hours after sunset. The two brightest objects in the night sky can be seen through city lights and even fireworks--so everyone can enjoy the show. Meanwhile, closer to the horizon, Mercury and Jupiter are converging for their own Dec. 31st conjunction. This one is not so easy to see, but rewarding for those who make the effort to find the two planets shining through the rosy glow of sunset.

Visit http://spaceweather.com for sky maps and photos of the converging planets.

New Year's Ball in Times Square

New Year's Ball in Times Square to stay bright, All Year Round.
We often celebrate big events with lots of bright lights, and the dropping of a giant illuminated ball in Times Square marking the New Year for revelers in Manhattan .. visit to read more of the New Year's Ball

New Year's Quote:

'Be always at war with your vices,
... at peace with your neighbors,
and let each new year find you -
.... a better man.'
~~ Benjamin Franklin

Wishing you a safe and healthy 2009.!

~ stay cozy and warm,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

A picture journey from SunRose 2008

2008-12-21T15:15:00.023-05:00

Gina & Melady .. a Mom's Love .. 2008

Jennifer Jefferies & friends Dec 2008

The New Yankee Stadium 2008

David Oller presenting his Incense Kodo 2008

Nite views in the garden at 1120 Club 2008

The above are just a few of the many pictures thru out the year .. (some of which I would love to put up .. but can't locate on the puter .. oh joy) ..

Having Jennifer here .. is like having a sister visit .. she is amazing .. we had a great time and dinner with the Gang .. Jean Smith, Jen, Gina Christie & Johanna.

David Oller's kodo was amazing .. as always ..

The year is almost at an end .. though there has been some 'historical happenings' this year,

there is still so much suffering on this planet ..

We need to re establish a sense of community ... people coming together .. helping each other.

what a concept I know .. one that this society is so far removed from.

However, I am blessed .. due to the internet .. to have met such wonderful people .. loving, sharing, caring .. empowering.

My wish for all those in my life .. joy, love, good health, and peace.

With Mother Nature dumping all this snow / rain / sleet ..

for those that have to travel,

safe journey.

Thank you for reading my Sunday ramblings..

Happy Winter Solstice,

'In ancient times, both Druids and Romans hung sprigs

of mistletoe in their homes and places of celebration

to bring good fortune, peace and love.'

~ til next time,

stay cozy and warm,

Rosanne

http://www.sunrosearomatic.com/

IndieShopping.TV - a new adventure.!

2008-12-11T15:43:00.006-05:00

A 'first' and new adventure for sure.! DonnaMaria of the Indie Network is always an innovator and here she does it again with an Indie Shopping TV ...

SunRose Aromatics is going to be on live TV tomorrow!!
Indie Shopping TV, that is!

Indie Shopping TV is the first live video chat e-shopping portal designed especially for Indie products and the people who love them. And SunRose Aromatics is one of the very first lines to be featured!!

Join me and other SunRose Aromatics lovers LIVE at http://www.indieshopping.tv/
tomorrow, December 12, 2008.

when we'll be demonstrating our fabulous “Stress Less Gift Set” will be specially priced just for live viewers!

There will be live product demonstration by the show host, plus a live chat so you can talk with me!! We'll also be joined by other SunRose Aromatics product junkies live, from the convenience of your laptop!! It's going to be a blast!!

Special pricing will apply during the LIVE show so mark your calendar, set your alarm, auto-email yourself or whatever you have to do to catch this exciting show. I can't wait to see you there as SunRose Aromatics helps bring you the best of the holiday season in a live show format. It's cutting edge, it's so easy and most of all, FUN!

Date: December 12, 2008
Time: 12:35 pm EST
(our segment starts at 12:55 so you can join in early and see other great stuff!)
How to Join: Log onto http://www.indieshopping.tv/

See you then!!
~ Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

Many thanks ! 10 Years Later.. !!!

2008-12-07T14:01:00.021-05:00

This is a time of thanks .. to all those that have supported me and my vision of SunRose. Here I am .. 10 yrs later ... it is just amazing to me. Many thanks to all my customers, family and friends that have been with me thru these years .. and continue to believe in SunRose and the beautiful aromatic materials we offer.

Saying that ... thru the years I have developed friendships with my suppliers/ distillers from around the world. I am ever aware of the strife in many of the countries essential oils are obtained from.

Most recently, the atrocities going on in Mumbai .. and the terrorists attacks there last week. This was equivalent to the 9/11 terrorists attack here in NYC .. I had the honor of meeting Ramakant, our grower/distiller from India, a few years back. My dear friend Sandrine VanSlee had brought him up to the Bronx to meet me .. he is such a kind, gentle man .. his love and knowledge of essential oils is just amazing.

Then to read about the attacks there .. makes me so very thankful that I live here in the USA. We sometimes forget that we still do have so many freedoms, and as a female ..

the opportunities that I have .. however, would NOT have in many other countries.

The Internet has made it is easy for us to get to know the people of far off countries, learning about their customs and way of life. This has been one of the major blessings that I am so thankful for.

When I read this article .. I thought it so apropos ... sometimes we forget .. we are a community, those of this modern generation have become so insular .. emails, texting, etc .. to read more:

Keep Friendship Alive - People need people. And often they don’t realize how great their need is until some moment of great joy or deep sorrow. At some point in your life you’ve probably experienced this yourself—wanting to share some great news with a friend or, perhaps during hard times, needing care and support from others ...

Back in Stock:

- Ambrette Seed Oil - India

- Lemon Organic - Argentina

Visit our essential oil page : SunRoseAromatics Essential Oils

What's NEW ::

From our supplier/distiller in Australia .. these Hydrosols are just delicious.!!

- Fragonia Hydrosol

- Rosalina Hydrosol

- Tea Tree Hydrosol

There are many Gift Ideas .. so, if you don't want to brave the cold, if you don't feel like standing on line and fighting the madness at the Malls. Browse our website .. for that special gift. Some less than $25.00. Please visit our :

Gift Ideas Page.

Hima laya Salt Cr ystals

Chakra Balancing Synergies & Chakra Beginner's Guide book.

Blog Watcher's Discount:

Sweet Deals -

20 % Off on any Order

of $75.00 or more.

Use coupon code Xmas2008

in the comments section at check out.

This offer is valid thru Dec 21, 2008

(does not include Shipping & handling)

For orders of $100.00 or more..

ADD FREE SHIPPING.!

Use coupon code XmasFreeShip2008.

This offer is valid thru Dec 21, 2008

(does not include $4.00 for handling)

Please be sure to put the coupon in the

'comments section'.

I'm thinking .. a 'white Christmas' ..

snow .. the quiet peacefulness ...

The Winter Solstice,

also known as Midwinter,

is around the corner ..

Some quotes for the winter season ~

' In ancient times, both Druids and Romans

hung sprigs of mistletoe in their homes

and places of celebration to bring

good fortune, peace and love.

' Winter is on my head,

but eternal spring is in my heart.

--- Victor Hugo

Blow, blow, thou winter wind

Thou art not so unkind,

As man's ingratitude.

--- William (Bill) Shakespeare

'Lighting one candle

from another -

Winter night.'

--- Buson

- stay cozy and warm,

Rosanne

http://www.blogger.com/

www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Workshop / What's New / Back in Stock ~

2008-11-12T17:05:00.008-05:00

As with all things here at SunRose, this product was developed for a special young man ..
to help with gums and teeth. So we bring you :

Gum Paste - 'Oral Dentrifice' for your Gums & teeth.
For more information, please visit our Personal Care Page.

We have a date changes for the upcoming workshop with Jennifer Jefferies:

Please note it is now being held on:
Saturday : December 13th, 2008
Sunday : December 14th, 2008
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Place: SunRose Aromatics, Bronx NY

4 Workshops in 2 days!
Saturday Workshops:
- If you want great skin .. throw away your cosmetics!!
- Are you tired from running busy work & home lives?

Sunday Workshops:
- 7 Steps to Sanity
- Are your kids happy & healthy?

Cost: $125.00 for one day or $200.00
for both and save $50.00 (drinks & snacks provided)

Give yourself a Holiday gift.!!
Join us for 2 days of fun.!
Seating is limited and going fast.
Please email or call for availability.
We look forward to seeing you.!

To read more about the workshops, please visit SunRose Workshop page

Back in stock:
* Cajeput - Malaysia
* Eucalyptus citridora - China
* Eucalyptus radiata Organic - Australia
* Marjoram Sweet - Egypt
* Rosemary Verbenone Organic - So Africa
* Seaweed Absolute Extra - France
* Ylang Ylang Extra - ONC - Madagascar

Visit our page: Essential oils

Our 'Blog Watcher's' discount coupon:from now til 'black friday' ..
we are offering 10% discount on all orders over $75.00.
When you are checking out in the comments section please enter coupon:
blkfri11/08

- when we process your order we will include 10% discount
on all orders over $75.00.
(this does not included shipping and handling)
Valid thru Friday - November 28, 2008.

Quotes of the season:

'No winter lasts forever, no spring skips its turn.'
--- Hal Borland

'Autumn, the year's last, loveliest smile.'
--- William Cullen Bryant

'Man is the only creature that refuses to be what he is.'
--- Albert Camus

Its getting a bit chilly here, a preview of the artic blast of winter to come. I have been watching the leaves falling and they are all but gone now. the squirrels have been eating all the acorns and hitting poor little Sasha on the head .. and then of course .. the chase is on .. they do love to tease her.

As the Holidays are approaching don't get caught up in all that frantic zooming around .. take time for yourself, make some gifts as they are the most cherished.

And please, take note of family and friends.. this time of year some folks fall into a depression. So, give them a hug and make them smile.

- til next time,
stay cozy and warm,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Boo! - Scary day(s) ahead!

2008-10-28T16:30:00.038-04:00

The other nite my dearest friend (Ms Gina Pieretti) and I went into Manhattan.

It was one of those crisp, clear nites and Gina took this picture from the FDR Drive. We were driving south bound. (On our way to Little Italy / Chinatown).
If you notice in the top 'left hand' corner ..

there seems to be 'lights' floating.
No explanation.

Just thought I would share this ..

This is one of my all time favorite time of year.
The summer heat is gone the crisp Autumn air ..
Harvest is in, time to snuggle and get cozy ..

Some trivia on Halloween / Samhain / All Saints Day -
Of course - The kids (and some adult folks) enjoy dressing up for the Halloween parties, trick or treat.. those scary haunted houses, spooky stories. Yikes!

Then for those who celebrate Samhain (pronounced 'sow-en') which derives from the Gaelic 'Samhuin' .. the time to honor our ancestors, celebrating those who have died, to celebrate the connection between this world and the next. Sunset on Samhain is the beginning of the Celtic New Year.

Around the eighth century, the Catholic Church decided to use November 1st as 'All Saints Day'. A smart move on their part, as the local pagans were already celebrating that day anyway. So it made sense to use it as a church holiday.

Another scary day coming up is Election Day.
This coming Tuesday November 4th is the Presidential Election.
I pray hard for this country.
The large deficit, unemployment, foreclosures ..
just a scary scary time for America I think ..

Male, interrupted -
As more genital birth defects are seen in boys, attention turns to phthalates, chemicals found in a variety of consumer products.
To read this article please read this article in the Philadelphia Inquirer

Medicinal Herbs database -
They have complied an herbal formula database of over 500 herbal formulas.A very informative site. For more information, visit the site - eMedicinal

'Rumor Has It'. The Urban Legends Reference Pages -
A great site to find out if the information you were sent is 'for real' or just myth.Before sending out emails with 'bogus' information, check it out on: Snopes.com

This is a great time to get some supplies / materials to make your own
'home spa' experience or to make your 'handmade from the heart' holiday gifts.

As a 'Blog Promotion' only ..
we are offering a 5% discount on all orders over $50.00
(this does not include shipping and handling).
Valid thur November 2nd, 2008.

When you are checking out in the comments section please enter:
'Blog Promotion 10/31/08' - when we process your order we will
include the 5% discount.

Please visit SunRose pages to create your own home spa / gifts ideas -

* Supplies - from Deluxe Gel Eye Masks, assorted bottles, etc.
* Our Handmade Aromatics Soaps
* Sampler Page - Carrier Oils, Hydrosols, Professional Formulas
* Apricot Kernel Meal - a gentle exfoliating face & body scrub.
* Himalaya Salt Crystals

Halloween quotes to end this Blog post -

George Carlin -
There are nights when the wolves are silent and only the moon howls.

H P Lovecraft -
The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is fear,
and the oldest and strongest kind of fear ...
is fear of the unknown.

Henry C Link -
Fear is nature's warning signal to get busy.

- til next time,
Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

October ' Hunters' Full Moon :: This That ~

2008-10-15T15:52:00.007-04:00

The Full Moon was just beautiful last nite.
The changing seasons .. each one with its own beauty.
Get out into the country side if you can.
Apple picking,pumpkin picking and don't forget the decorative gourds.
The weather is just glorious.
There are many wonderful Fests going on. Enjoy the season.!

I want to take a moment to thank all those that have been so supportive and helpful to me .. as I have been going thru this bout with Meniere's Disease. Those that have been effected with this medical issue, understand the symptoms and how debilitating they are. To read more about Meniere's Disease : The American Hearing Research Foundation

My good friend Ms Tina Sams over at the Essential Herbal Blog, has a wonderful blog post called 'Elderberry tincture time'. She has some wonderful photo's of elderberries and even how to make Elderberry Jam. To read more about this :: Please visit her blog:
The Essential Herbal Blog.

We have some new 'supplies' in stock.
Just click on the name to read more about these materials:

New Supplies:

- Boomerang Spatula
- Shovel Shaped Spatula
- Foot Shaped Toe Separator

Back in Stock:

- Seaweed Absolute Extra France

- Eucalyptus citridora China

- Eucalyptus Radiata Organic Australia

- Ylang Ylang Extra Organic Not Certified (ONC) Madagascar

- Calophyllum (Foraha) Organic South Africa

- Marula Oil (kernel) Organic South Africa

Some quotes for this season:

'Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower. '
...... Albert Camus

'October's the month -
when the smallest breeze ..
Gives us a shower of Autumn leaves.
Bonfires and pumpkins,
Leaves sailing down,
October is red - and golden - and brown.'
..... Can Teach Songs

~ til next time,
Rosanne

Autumn is here!

2008-10-01T17:14:00.008-04:00

Well, moving forward, Autumn is here, leaves are falling,
the garden has been put to sleep for the winter, the end of year harvest is in.
Im, for sure, going to miss my home grown tomates and zucchini.

The Elections debates are underway.
Wall Street is in the pits.
The sky is falling .!!!

Upcoming events:

In New York::

The NYS Sheep & Wool Festival -
Located: Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Rhinebeck, New York
Date: October 18th & 19th, 2008

Also in New York ::

Sniffapalooza NYC Ball
Date: October 25th & 26th, 2008

For those on the West Coast:
Sniffapalooza Los Angeles
Date: October 11, 2008

For indepth information on the above events Sniffapalooza,
please visit Roxana Villa's blog :: Illuminated Perfume

For those of you that have been enjoying Kat's RockTarot readings, October readings are up. Also, Please be sure to read her 'goddess speak' at the right of the page for this months musings on life ... and the rocky road this country is on. Please visit: RockTarot.com

Back in Stock & New Arrivals at SunRose:

The most beautiful Calophyllum Certified Organic from South Africa. Especially a great material to use for Shingles with Ravensara aromatica.

Marula Organic Carrier Oil from South Africa. This is just the most wonderful carrier oil, for all types of skin, absorbs immediately.

Please visit our Carrier Oil pages for more information.

Just arrived - our new stock of Hydrosols from our Artisan Distiller from Washington State... all organically certified.

Peppermint Hydrosol - New .. cool, refreshing, delicious!
Owyhee Hydrosol - New .. if you love Chamomile Roman you will love this Hydrosol.

Please visit our Hydrosol page for these and other of our offerings.

Hope that all is well in your world,
~ til next time,
Rosanne
SunRose Aromatics.com

Labor Day ~ End of Summer ~!

2008-09-01T11:21:00.015-04:00

The weekend is winding down .. the weather has truly been glorious.
My garden is wild .. for lack of a better term, and I know soon it will settle down into the 'Autumn' look. The colors changing .. this is such a visual season for me ..!!

This week, has been a political bonanza to say the least.
The Democratic nomination of Mr Obama was history in the making.
Then we have the Republican rebuttal with Ms. Palin ..

My dearest and oldest friend Kat and I were on the phone ranting and raving watching history unfold on TV ...

Though I know a lot of people are over saturated with all the political hoopla, if you are interested in an honest and refreshing view point, please visit a friend of mine's blog Ms Sarah Campbell over at the Herbs from the Labyrinth Blog and read:: Two messages from Starhawk at the Republican National Convention.

Then, for this month's reading from Kat, check out her RockTarot.com
Be sure to read her 'goddess speak' column on the right hand side of the page,as New Yorkers .. 9/11 has not been forgotten. We have friends and family members that are still healing from that horrific day.

Speaking of which .. I have been watching some movies that really were an eye opener.
'Stop Loss' and 'Kite Runner' .. two very moving and intense movies. I am not into watching war movies or anything violent. However, these are stories that need to be heard.

For some really beautiful photography of nature .. my friend Sue over at Farm at Coventry Blog is a visual explosion of beauty!

So it's back to school, vacations are over .. and a new season beginning. After the summer of heat and sun be sure to pamper your skin.

Visit these pages:
- Apricot Kernel Meal :: moisturizing and revitalizing raw material, excellent for aged or dry skin. Excellent for facial masks, foot scrubs & soaps. Leaves your skin feeling so soft!

- Ageless Elixir Facial Formula ::
This formula was created for:
* Mature, dry, sensitive or inflamed skin.
* Highest form of Vitamins C, A & E for your skin.
* Non greasy & absorbs easily.
* May help prevent wrinkles

- Professional Formulas ::
To save you time, we have put together these formulas with various types carrier oils, which will give you a wide range of options to choose from. After your shower or bath, while your skin is still damp, is the best time to use this product. Your skin will just drink it in. My favorite is Professional Formula # 4, what is yours?

Back in Stock (this year's distillation):
- Chocolate Peppermint Organic (NOP) - Mentha piperita chocolat Canada
- Black Spruce Organic (NOP) - Picea mariana Canada
- Peppermint - Mentha piperita USA -

Hydrosol's: A delicious way to re hydrate your skin.
Please visit our page: SunRose Aromatics Hydrosol.

Hope everyone had a safe and restful summer.
~ til next time,
Rosanne
SunRoseAromatics.com

Monsanto to dump rBGH!!

2008-08-14T10:59:00.004-04:00

This is great news.!! I urge you to read this article, it is a Victory for sure for the consumers of this country. Please go to : Consumer Victory: Monsanto to Dump rBGH.

Monsanto has been lobbying state legislatures and departments of argiculture around the country to harass dairies that won't use Posilac (the trade name for rBGH). Monsanto wants to take away dairies' right to tell consumers they're rBGH-free.

Please take the time to go to your state action center to lean more and take action.

~ til next time,
Rosanne
www.SunRoseAromatics.com

August Harvest & what's new.

2008-08-07T12:47:00.005-04:00

August is here, everything is starting to ripen and ready to be harvested.!
Yes, it has been a humid, hot, muggy summer so far.!!
The 'dog days' are upon us.!

The above are our 'new' 8 oz Spray bottles now in stock, that are wonderful with our hydrosols. Especially in the summer heat, hydrosols are just a refreshing way to hydrated your skin. Please visit our hydrosol page to read about these wonderful materials.
SunRose Aromatics Hydrosol.

Enjoy your end of summer, getting the kids ready for school, or those getting ready to go back to college. Take some time for you .. to just enjoy this time of year.

~ til next time,
Rosanne

Peace Has Begun

2008-07-30T23:31:00.003-04:00

Somthing to think about. This is a video introduction of the Project-Peace on Earth designed to educate the viewer on cultural, social and scientific elements of the projects philosophy.

Take a few moments to visit this site and view the video:

Peace Has Begun.

What a concept.!
~ til next time,
Roe

Dog Days of Summer are here.!

2008-07-30T13:32:00.013-04:00

The Dog Days of Summer are upon us. Yes indeed, the heat is hot, the humidity is off the charts!

The good news .. my tomatoes are starting to turn red and I have had my first 'home grown' tomatoes this week. Been eating fresh squash, cucumbers, the garlic harvest was awesome. Can you tell I love garlic.!

The economy has us all 'holding our breaths'. The gas prices are 'over the top' and many of us are trying to renegotiate the way we purchase items and do our 'running around' .. Which is all a good thing really.

They keep saying 'Americans are soft'. Well, I don't believe that. Call me 'Pollyanna' .. but I do believe .. when the going gets tough .. we step up to the plate.

The upcoming elections .. well honestly, I can't go down that road.. politics and all.. I rather keep that 'opinion' to myself. Suffice it to say, I'm not happy.My generation, (yes indeed I'm a left over hippie) .. we spoke out and rebelled.. and many of us .. are ready to do it again. Are we really a nation of 'sheep'.. ??

Well, its something to think about.!

Here is an interesting story that needs to be heard. Acupuncture treatment offered free for veterans: 'It's aim to help with post-combat stress'.

Another site I wanted to share: National Vaccine Information Center:
This website was created to provide you with the information you need to make an informed vaccination decision.

The new and improved SunRoseAromatics.com is up and running, and I'm happy to report with minimal problems. Thank you all for your patience with this process and I do hope that you are enjoying the new SunRose site.

An very important issue is on the horizon. The FDA Globalization Act of 2008. It is imperative for all small business owners and our client base to be aware. Be informed.!
To learn more about this and the petition please visit: The Indie Beauty Network blog

Its been a long while since I was able to source the Grapefruit Pink Organic. It is absolutely delicious and refreshing, not to mention energizing.!

We have gotten other materials back in ::
* Angelica Root Organic England
* Clove Bud Madagascar
* Galbanum Iran
* Grapefruit Pink Organic (NOP) USA
* Valerian Root Hungary
* Violet Leaf Absolute France
* Yarrow Austria

To read more about these lovely essential oils, please visit: http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

Remember on those the lazy hazy hot humid days in the coming month to stay hydrated and drink lots of water. Your furry friends need a drink to .. so be sure to keep their water bowl fresh.
~ until next time,
Rosanne
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

One of New York's Bravest

2008-07-06T15:50:00.022-04:00

I just had to blog about my cousin, Dean Tartaro, a New York City Firefighter. The head line reads:

Bravest save 5 in daring rescue from Coney Island cruise nightmare.

To read this article please visit: New York Daily News page

It is still a humid hot day here in the Bronx. My garden is so lush and blooming.Today a baby Blue Jay fell out of his nest and the parents were very loud and boisterous about it. I gently picked up the baby and placed him on a fountain that is not in use here. He seemed ok .. just frightened.

The parent Blue Jays were letting me know that they were not leaving their little one, so I quietly went in the house, waited around 20 minutes, went back out to check and the baby Blue Jay was gone.

I'm hoping the parents took him back to the nest. One never knows with nature. So I will hope for the best.!!

Be sure to care for your skin, especially when in the sun. Moisturize and remember to use sunblock, drink lots of liquids and hydrate your skin when ever possible.

My favorite to use is the Geranium Hydrosol or Rose Hydrosol, to read about hydrosols, please visit our page: SunRose Hydrosol Page.

Also, for sunburns, rashes and moisturizing your face our cooling Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel is just wonderful for your skin. For more information please visit: SunRose Aloe Vera & Seaweed Gel.

The lazy days of summer are upon us .. or 'summer hours' .. it is so important to remember to take some time for yourself and rest.

until next time,
Rosanne

Summer Solstice ~ This & That

2008-06-16T15:56:00.010-04:00

Solstice Moon Illusion ~
June 16 , 2008: Sometimes you just can't believe your eyes. This week is one of those times.On Wednesday night, June 18th, step outside at sunset and look around. You'll see a giant form rising in the east. At first glance it looks like the full Moon. It has craters and seas and the face of a man, but this "moon" is strangely inflated. It's huge!

A shout out to one of our very own locals:
Dr. Mike Shapiro is a long time family friend, and someone that has helped me thru the years. A true healer in his own right, if you are in the area and need a chiropractor, he is the 'go to' guy.! To read more about Dr. Mike and what he does, please visit his website: Dr.MikeShapiro.com

On the Essential Herbal list that I am on, Sue over at Farm At Coventry, spoke about drying herbs .. with her permission here is the post where she describes the process:

It's almost too simple ...
- Harvest herbs right after dew dries on a sunny day
(with the knowledge that the next few days will be dry and sunny)
- Put small amounts of herbs in paper bags being careful not to load it up to full.
- They have to be able to breathe.
- Keep the doors and windows of the vehicle closed.
- You can either put the bag in the trunk or the back seat.
- Give the bag a shake a few times a day.
- By the third day they should be completely dry.

Note:
(I have dried lemon verbena completely in 6-8 hours in a hot car!)
Fleshier leaves will take longer.

We dry all of our calendula flowers, mints and oregano this way.
They dry very crisp and retain the color. Its amazing.

I will never hang bundles again in this humid old PA farmhouse! You'll? just need to bring them in, strip off the leaves and IMMEDIATELY store them in a dark place in an airtight container.

My best advice for this process is to harvest small amounts at a time.

One time I harvested all my oregano at once and decided to put down the back seat of my SUV , lay down a cloth tablecloth, then all the oregano and cover it all with paper bags. My car smelled like a pizzeria for a week until it was dry! and it took forever to get it stripped off and put away.

Remember:: Only pick what you can comfortably process.

Sue said credit for this information should be given to Jim Long at Long Creek Herbs .

Well, Summer is officially here.! Don't forget to stay hydrated, drink plenty of fluids, and protect your skin. And remember that little children and the elderly on really hot days need extra attention.!

Summer veggies, farmers markets, bounty from your garden, fresh cut flowers, the ocean and just relaxing .. the lazy days of summer are here. Be safe and enjoy,!

~ until next time, Rosanne
SunRoseAromatics.com

Food and Drug Administration Globalization Act of 2008

2008-06-02T14:05:00.006-04:00

Donna Maria over at the Indie Beauty Network has been an advocate of small business, especially the cosmetic and beauty products industry.

Please visit the Indie Business Forums where Donna Maria talks about the draft of the Food and Drug Administration Globalization Act of 2008 that was announced last month. This Act is something that will effect all of us in small business or cottage industry.

If you are a small business, please take a moment to read this, as it will effect us all.
~ til next time,
Rosanne

Ease into Summer ~

2008-05-31T14:27:00.019-04:00

These yummy mushrooms grow on my brother's property upstate Kent, NY.
My brother calls this picture :: 'The three amigos' for obvious reasons.
(Yellow Morel - Morchella esculenta).
He made them for me .. just a little butter, salt & pepper .. mouth watering.!

The second picture is a favorite dish from our childhood .. that my Grandma would cook for us. We called it .. 'tomato's and eggs' though aka eggs in purgatory', this was a dish during the depression era. Saute some fresh garlic in olive oil, chop up the tomatoes, salt, pepper, fresh basil .. add the eggs , oh boy.!!

Those were bottled tomatoes and fresh herbs from the garden. Yum!

Navigating Food Labels::
Did you know the label "100 Percent Natural" has different meanings for chicken fingers, cookies and various other foods? Or that those "cage-free" chickens might not ever have seen the outdoors? Here's a guide to help sort out what's meaningful, what's dubious — and what's total fluff.

One of my dearest and oldest friend Kat just put up June 2008 'Rock Tarot' readings, a fun and insightful site I think you would enjoy. To visit her page click on: RockReadings.
(I read them all, and was so surprised to read Pisces.!! She made me smile.)

Ok, are we ready to 'ease' into Summer fun.! Well, with the price of gas, the cost of food and everything else happening in the world.. we should still find that quiet time to decompress and
enjoy the many blessing in our lives. For me, its enjoying my garden.

Remember .. to protect your skin, and stay hydrated.! And don't forget our furry friends, they need plenty of water as well.

Back in stock::

- Carrot Seed Hungary
- Clove Bud Madagascar
- Neroli Tunisia
- Violet Leaf Absolute France
- Yarrow Austria

The new and improved SunRose site is still working out some 'bugs' , so please, if you are experiencing any problems, please write me so that we can fit it right quick.!

I hope your garden is growing and thriving !
~ until next time, Rosanne

Website Upgrade

2008-05-20T17:04:00.002-04:00

SunRose Aromatics is proud to announce that we have recently merged our wholesale and retail sites! This will allow us to serve you better by focusing our efforts on one site and allowing you to shop in one place.

Please let us know if there is anything that is not working or difficult for you to find.We hope this is an easy transition for our wholesale client base.

We appreciate your patience as we go thru this upgrade. The site will look the same with an upgrade to our shopping cart and other new features.

Thank you for your support.
~ til next time,Rosanne

My Spring Garden in the Bronx ~

2008-05-13T17:25:00.018-04:00

How green the back garden is!

Japanese Lacy Leaf Maple

A stone composition by my brother

Garlic growing in the Bronx

to me a flower, to others a weed

Happy Azaela

Dwarf Lilac - so fragrant

Hope you enjoyed this stroll thru my Garden ..

Donna Maria over at the Indie Beauty Network recently interviewed me about SunRose and my new book Chakra Balancing / A Beginner's Guide. To read the interview please visit: Indie Business Blog: Are You Cheating Yourself and Your Customers?

I would like to mention that I have to give the credit of this book design and layout to Toni Esser. It was a joy working with her, and she made my first book effortless and fun.!

As I am self published, without her help, this would have been a very trying experience. Anyone in business that wants to do a project like this, writing a book which would accompany a product you are offering .. this is the 'go to' person.

You can contact Toni :
Toni Esser Design and typesetting
Email: toni@livingenergy.com.au

For the Cat lovers of the world, I want to share with you a wonderful woman and her site.
If you have a moment, please watch the video, it is a 'feel good' few moments. Please visit:
The Cat House on the Kings

Well, it was just a glorious day here in the Bronx, makes me want to 'play hooky' and just be out in Nature. With so many natural disasters happening around the globe, I am so blessed and grateful . Hope wherever you are on the planet, may it be a fragrant and wonderful Spring.!

~ until next time,
Rosanne

Revlon Walk / This & That

2008-05-08T15:24:00.016-04:00

2008 Revlon Walk ~
A big 'thank you' to all those who donated to this cause. Here are some photo's my niece Christie took while at the 'walk'.

My Sis in Law Barbara (Babs) &
my niece Christie getting ready for the walk.

This was such an important event, as there are so many of us that have known someone with this disease. Thank you for your support.

Le Parfumeur Rebelle has a wonderful article by Diana Rajchel ~Perfumery with Pretension ~ A Biography of One Natural Perfumer ~ please visit: http://leparfumeurrebelle.com/perfumery_without_pretension.html

Well, sandal season is just around the corner, its time to pamper your 'soles' for summer fun. Visit our site and look for our Pampered Soles shea butter foot creme, our pampered soles soap, or our Pampered Soles gift set. http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

With summer soon upon us, remember to stay hydrated and protect your skin from the sun.!

Wishing you a safe and loving Mother's Day.
~ until next time,
Rosanne

Happy Mother's Day / New Arrivals

2008-05-06T16:49:00.000-04:00

New at SunRose:
I am so proud to announce that my book has finally arrived.!

Chakra Balancing / A Beginner's Guide
~ ~ by Rosanne Tartaro
A wonderful introduction and inspiring guide for beginners,exploring the 'how to' in balancing the seven Chakra's in your body.

Retail price $12.00 .. Introductory Price $10.00

Back in Stock: From our Supplier in India:

* Jasmine Grandiflorum - India
* Jasmine Sambac - India
* Champa Attar - India
* Motia Attar - India
* Frankincense - Boswellia serrata - India
* Citronella - India
* Vetivert - India

This Jasmine is other worldly.!! Known as '"Queen of the Night',exotic, sensuous and playful.!

Please visit our site: www.SunRoseAromatics.com

Mother's Day is fast approaching. What better way to honor your Mom than to gift her with exotic and natural scents, after body oils, aroma jewelry, and much more.

To all the wonderful women in my life and that I have met throughout the years .. this is your day .. know how much you are treasured and honored.

Some quotes for Mother's Day:

The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness.
- Honore de Balzac sayings

A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials, heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine, desert us when troubles thicken around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts.
- Inspirational sayings by Washington Irving

My Mom .. was my truest friend, and I miss her .. everyday. My Chakra book is dedicated to her, as she was my biggest supporter and believed in me .. even when I didn't believe in myself.

Please remember... whether you are a Mom or not .. to honor the Goddess within on this special day.!

~ until next time
Rosanne

Spring is Here.!!

2008-04-28T18:10:00.004-04:00

For those of you who know me, you know how I have always spoken out against Monsanto and Frankinfoods .. This documentary is a MUST see. Though it is lengthy, I still think it is worth the time spent to watch it.

The World According to Monsanto - A documentary that Americans won't ever see.
http://tinyurl.com/6bpo6o

A shout out to some very amazing women.!
When I was looking for a company to refurbish my Chambers Stove, I found this amazing woman Carlita Belgrove. She did a phenomenal job! That stove has history for me .. I can still see my Grandma and Mom cooking on that stove , it has been with here for 52 yrs with me. Talk about memories! Waking up to the scent of gravy and meatballs on Sunday mornings!

Please Visit Carlita's website: The Stove Lady - http://www.stovelady.com/

Back when I was just exploring the world of essential oils, I met a wonderful teacher, Mynou Demey of Les Herbs. She is always looking for adventure and more than that, she is always helping people, I remember when she went to Russia to help them set up an essential oil class there.

Well, here she is again, in India this time, and now has a new website called
Gopooja. Though it is just in the beginning stages she has wonderful handmade products to look over.
Visit her new site: Gopooja.com - http://www.gopooja.com/

And my last mention is for Tina Sams over at the Essential Herbal. She has been publishing the Essential Herbal Magazine for over 7 years now. Her new book 'Under the Sun - the first five years' is 15 issues from 5 years and put together into a truly fabulous book. To read more about it .. please visit her page:

Under the Sun - http://www.essentialherbal.com/underthesun.htm

Some exciting news coming up for SunRose. Within the next week or so, we will have a new and improved website. Wholesale and Retail combined. For my wholesale clients, please log into the site using your username / password.

There may be a few 'tweaks' that always occur when launching a new site, please let me know if you come across any difficulites so that we may fix them right quick.!

We have just gotten back in stock the following:

- Labdanum Asbolute
- Mastic Oil
- Guaiacwood

Visit : www.sunrosearomatics.com
Also, remember Mother's day is around the corner. Look around and Im sure you will find that special something that she will love.

And Ladies ... please do not forget .. to honor yourself on this special day ..

We are offering free shipping on all retail orders over $75.00.

- until next time,
Enjoy this glorious time of year.!
Rosanne

Spring has Sprung! What's new..

2008-04-15T16:44:00.016-04:00

Spring has officially sprung here in the Bronx. My lilacs are budding and so are my roses!

Did you know that the 'Lilac Bush' (Syringa vulgaris) is the Official bush of New York State.

The Lilac Festival
May 9 - 18, 2008
10:30AM - 8:30PM daily
Highland ParkRochester, New York

For more information, please visit their site:
Join us at the 2008 LILAC FESTIVAL!!
http://www.lilacfestival.com/

I would like to give a 'shout out' to 2 hardworking and amazing women in the industry:

Marge Clark over at Nature's Gift (see her blog listed here), has her first published book out.!!
She is an amazing Lady filled with much knowledge.

'Essential Oils and Aromatics: A Step-by-Step Guide for use in
Massage & Aromatherapy'.

Over at Indie Business Blog, Donna Maria, has been doing these wonderful and informative video's for those in the 'natural products' industry. However, I do believe it is a must see for business owners and those just starting out in business. Take a peak at her blog and don't be afraid to explore as it has tons of valuable information. Oh and what is really cool, if you cannot listen to any of the 'call in' shows, you can hear them from the site at your convenience. This is a good thing.! Especially for those of us that have 'time management' issues.
Indie Business Blog: Hit the "Sweet Spot" of Your Business

As for us here at SunRose ;o) .. we now have back in stock::

Mandarin Green Organic NOP from Brazil, is fabulous! and I do love the color as well, a beautiful pale green. Such an uplifting and refreshing oil. To read more about this oil, please visit:
Mandarin Green Organic / SunRose.

For our Natural Perfumers, we have the following back in stock:
- Cardamon Absolute Extra
- Oakmoss Absolute Extra
- Tobacco Absolute
- Orris Root 8% Concrete
- Tonka Absolute Extra

Visit our page: Rare & Exotic / SunRose

Earth week will be celebrated April 19th thru 26th. An informative article, one man's trash is another's man treasure. 'Don't throw it away!

Wishing you a scent filled Spring with all the glorious colors! I can't wait to start digging in the dirt. Nothing in this world can ever replace the scent of dirt .. especially after the rain. To me, that is the best aroma in the world.!
~ until next time,
Rosanne

The Mis-Information Highway! - Lavender & the Media - Slanted Journalism, you think?

2008-03-24T18:57:00.032-04:00

My rant of the day ! But first .. the meaning of :: 'Shill' .. as quoted from the Websters Dictionary: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shill

... or the street verison .. selling you a 'dream' .. the 'mouth piece' of thehuge corporations that are controlling the media and information highway ..

slanted journalism .. oh my.! Here in America, please say it ain't so.!!

So, with that .. the LA Times today is pitching an article on 'Lavender'.

Aromatherapy is in your head, not your nose - Los Angeles Times

http://www.latimes.com/features/health/la-he-skeptic24mar24,1,5332779.story

As a rebuttal to this misinformed 'Shill' of an article, with permission from Harry Roth, I am printing his response sent to the LA Times::

'Please try not to be such a shill of the fragrance industry.

I refer to your article today alleging that the effects of lavender are bogus, this assertion coming directly from a mouthpiece of the fragrance industry onto your pages. You should have at least checked PubMed for recent peer-reviewed journal articles on the efficacy of lavender in stress reduction instead of scarfing down fragrance industry pap.

Here are a few articles from JUST 2007-2008--that's right, ONE YEAR.

There are many, many more:

* http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18317288?ordinalpos=4&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Nurses working in intensive care were less stressed when they used lavender.

* http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18201946?ordinalpos=11&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

The scent of lavender lowers blood pressure in mice.

* http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18053656?ordinalpos=17&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Lavender bath oil reduces stress and crying and enhances sleep in very young infants.

* http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17894152?ordinalpos=23&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Treatment with lavender aromatherapy in the post-anesthesia care unit reduces opioid requirements of morbidly obese patients undergoing laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding.

* http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17689755?ordinalpos=29&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Relaxation effects of lavender aromatherapy improve coronary flow velocity reserve in healthy men evaluated by trans thoracic Doppler echo cardiography.

* http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17654092?ordinalpos=33&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Positive effects of aromatherapy massage on blood pressure and lipid profile in Korean climacteric women.

* http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17482442?ordinalpos=45&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Anxiolytic effects of lavender oil inhalation on open-field behaviour in rats. Shows lavender also sedating at higher doses.

* http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17388768?ordinalpos=50&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Positive effects of lavender aromatherapy acupressure on hemiplegic shoulder pain and motor power in stroke patients.

* http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17361051?ordinalpos=53&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Lavender relaxes women having electrocardiogram in Japan.

* http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17342790?ordinalpos=54&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Lavender calms agitated behavior in people with Alzheimer's.

* http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17291597?ordinalpos=56&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Lavender decreases the stress hormone cortisol.

Have an informed day.

Sincerely,

Harold A. Roth, Ph.D.

Want to say a great big 'thank you Harry!', for this wonderful and informative information.
(btw Harry's Blog - 'The Alchemist's Garden' is listed on my favorite blogs.)

thanks for stopping by,

~ until next time,

Rosanne

Spring Equinox, Full Moon, New Beginnings

2008-03-19T19:28:00.005-04:00

Well, this year is just moving along for me .. Spring is always a sign of 'rebirth' and 'new beginnings'. My Mom would always say how beautiful it was to watch Mother Nature wake up from her sleep and the beautiful 'new green' color on trees.

My garden here in the Bronx is slowly waking up,the day lilies are about 2 inches tall already, as are my irises. The grass is even starting to act up.! This year I am planning to put some blueberries & raspberries in, and some 'bee boxes'.

Part of my thing is 'recycling'. Friends bring me their peanuts and bubble wrap that I use here at SunRose. However, there is an area that some folks do not know what to do with :
their old / broken electronics i.e. cell phones, old laptops, etc.

This is an informative article:
Engineering a Tough Switch: Getting New Yorkers to Recycle Electronics - New York Times http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/10/nyregion/10recycle.html?ex=1362801600&en=1e83a25ec0dd81d1&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss

Some upcoming events that may be in your area:

For those in the New England Area:
Boston Gift Show 'Gift Rap' - April 5 - 8, 2008
BGS Gift Rap http://link.ixs1.net/s/ve?eli=2187959&si=5166747554&cfc=3html

Down in Texas:
The International Congress of Esthetics & Spa
April 13 & 14, 2008
International Congress of Esthetics and Spa, Dallas 2008
http://dallas.skincareshows.com/

Attending these shows are a great way to keep in touch with the 'new wave' of products and just to meet folks in the industry.

My niece, Christie Marie Tartaro, who is also my 'house mate' at the 1120 Club here in the Bronx... is doing the Revlon Run/Walk for Women. Some of us are survivors and some, though fought the good fight, have moved on to the next plane.

Revlon Run/Walk For Women - New York https://www.revlonrunwalk.com/ny/secure/MyWebPage.cfm?pID=416752

On Saturday, May 3rd I will be participating in the 11th annual Revlon Run/Walk for Women in NYC. This 5k race will help raise money for women's cancer research (breast and ovarian cancers).
While I've been hitting the gym 5-6 days a week, I'm planning on walking the 5k with my Mom and my friend Peggy.
I have set a personal fundraising goal of $500 for this great cause. I am hoping that you will be able to help me achieve my goal! Remember, no donation is too small!

If you would like to make a donation, please visit click on the link below to visit my personal fundraising page. Revlon Run/Walk For Women - New York https://www.revlonrunwalk.com/ny/secure/MyWebPage.cfm?pID=416752
Thank you in advance for your support!

Also, back in stock is the Chamomile Roman Organic, for those who have been waiting patiently I thank you.! To read about this wonderful essential oil please visit:
Chamomile Roman (O) http://sunrosearomatics.com/catalog/shop/shopexd.asp?id=721

It sure has been a hectic few weeks here, life in progress. Spring reminds me to celebrate life with the rebirth of Nature ! Even when things seem bleak, look outside and see the beauty of nature.

thanks for stopping by,
until next time ~Rosanne

HBA Spring Conference & Skin Care Products

2008-02-28T10:52:00.010-05:00

Its a frigid day here in the big apple. Yeppers, its still winter and Mother Nature is giving us her Arctic blast for sure. Though the sun is shining bright, the skies are blue not a cloud anywhere.!

The crazy up and down weather .. balmy one day .. frigid the next. My bulbs are already 2 inches high and I really was hoping Spring was around the corner. Well, it is but .. just not yet.

Thought I would share some interesting articles:

* Find Safer Soap, Shampoo, Makeup and More:
Did you know that cosmetics and personal care products aren't tested by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration before they go on the market? In fact, manufacturers are responsible for testing their own products for safety. Unfortunately this mean sun safe ingredients may be lurking in your favorite soap, shampoo or makeup. http://www.ewg.org/node/26032.

* What NOT to buy:
Major gaps in public health laws allow cosmetics companies to use almost any ingredient they choose in everything from sunscreen and mascara to deodorant and baby shampoo, with no restrictions and no requirement for safety testing. To help you navigate your store's aisles, Environmental Working Group researchers have scoured thousands of ingredient labels to bring you our top recommendations for what not to buy — products with worrisome or downright dangerous ingredients that don't belong in your shopping cart or on your skin.
http://cosmeticsdatabase.com/special/whatnottobuy/index.php?nothanks=1

For those interested:
The HBA Spring Conference
Javits Center in Manhattan
March 4 -5, 2008
HBA University SM presents its premier educational symposium, which covers two powerful aspects of the industry: “Achieving Well-Being: The New Paradigm,” and “International Prestige Package & Design”. The dual program, on March 4-5, 2008, will cover high-interest topics that address the growing consumer demand for healthy inner and outer beauty as well as brand marketers’ quest for “Beauty-in-the-Bottle”. http://www.hbaexpo.com/spring-conference.htm

All this brings me to what we do here at SunRose .. the pure and natural way of caring for your skin.
Each season brings different needs, but oh what fun to be able to create your own nurturing and nourishing products for your skin.

Carrier oils are the best way to keep your skin supple, especially the 'dry flaky winter skin' that makes us itch. The low temps, low humidity and strong harsh winter winds will deplete the skin of its natural lipid layers which keeps the skin from drying out.

After bath when our skin is still damp is the best time to, as I call it, ' oil up'. If you have not ever tried using Carrier oils, i.e.: Apricot Kernel, Sweet Almond, Jojoba (great for hair as well), Rosehip Seed the highest source of Vitamin C, Evening Primrose, etc,
then you should visit our Carrier Oil page: http://sunrosearomatics.com/catalog/carrieroils.asp

Or, try our blended Carrier Oil Professional Formulas: http://sunrosearomatics.com/catalog/shop/shopdisplayproducts.asp?id=37&cat=Professional+Formulas

Before we know it .. Spring will be here with the 'new green' on the trees and flowers popping up.
Stay cozy and warm,
til next time
~ Rosanne

The Week that was:: Luna Eclipse & Winter Snow

2008-02-24T20:24:00.029-05:00

This has been a week for sure. From a full moon with a sensational Luna eclpise ending with a wonderful snow storm. Really the first real snow of the season here in the Bronx.

I know many of us have been feeling the 'itch' for Spring and digging in the dirt. My friends over at the Essenital Herbal Magazine list are starting to ponder what we will be designing and growing in our gardens this year. Everything from herbs to 'moon gardens'.

With Spring around the corner those of us missing our beautiful flowers, a visit to The New York Botanical Gardens, located right here in the Bronx, is having the annual :

The New York Botanical Gardens presents:
The Orchid Show - http://www.nybg.org/tos/

Mesmerizing and seductive, The Orchid Show presents the spectacular forms and breathtaking colors of the world's most coveted plant. Escape the winter blues by immersing yourself in the beauty and fragrance of thousands of orchids dramatically displayed in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory.

If you like to find 'upbeat' sites or magazines I would love to share with you 'Ode Magazine'.

Ode is a print and online publication about positive news, about the people and ideas that are changing our world for the better.
http://www.odemagazine.com/.

And so, for a happy, put a 'smile on your face' link .. for all those 'tree huggers' out there .. (including myself) .. I really think this artist/photographer captures it all .. take a moment to view this YouTube:: The Tree Spirit Project.
by Jack Gescheidt. http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=SBRhdt2qOVc

Well, I hope you are still here with me reading this .. new at SunRose, we have some wonderful new AromaJewelry that is not even up on the web site as yet.

These beautiful handcrafted Jade beads come in various colors and sizes.

Jade Bead Bracelet & Drop Necklace:

* Adjustable black cord to fit any size wrist.
* Add a drop or two of your favorite essential oil, blend, or signature scent.
* Enjoy the aroma throught the day!
* Replenish scet as needed.
* Packaged with a small pipette to add your essential oil or blend.

A sweet little gift to blanish the winter blues with the added benefit of adding your favorite essential oil to ease you throughout your day.

Thanks for stopping by,
until next time
~ Rosanne

Winter Doldrums / Valentine's Day Love

2008-01-30T16:49:00.000-05:00

With Mercury Retro and the 'Winter Blues', many of my friends are feeling that midwinter 'funk' .. its been an amazing few days.

A dear friend Nancy Ogren a wonderful astrologer wrote:

'Pluto in Capricorn reminds us that we always have a choice and that when we abdicate our responsibilities, we give away our power.'

Just what I needed to hear to make myself 'snap out of it' .. as she so wisely pointed out, its time to ' start stepping up and speaking up.!

Being proactive .. I would like to post a link to a free issue of an online magazine called the Essential Herbal.
This is the link: http://www.essentialherbal.com/March%20April%202007.pdf

Tina Sams is the creator of this magazine, which I think you will find informative and fun.

Valentine's Day is approaching and there is nothing better then receiving a 'special little something' .. showing that person how special they are to you.

In case you didn't notice, we are offering 5% Valentine's Day discount off all orders over $75.00 for our retail customers, regardless of any other discounts. (this does not include shipping).

Visit: http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/
for ideas on that 'little something special'.!

A wonderful massage blend, a little aroma jewelry,
some wonderful handmade aromatic soap.

Or.. Pamper yourself to a 'little something' to chase those 'Winter Blues' away.!
~ Until next time

Say it's not so - FDA to Back Food /Cloned Animals

2008-01-08T14:09:00.000-05:00

Can you tell that I am so not happy with this ..!!!

Please read this article from the Washington Post.com regarding the FDA to back Food from cloned animals.

"The decision would be a notable act of defiance against Congress, which last month passed appropriations legislation recommending that any such approval be delayed pending further studies"

Am I the only one reacting to this decision ..?? And will these foods be 'labeled' appropriately for the consumer to be made aware that this is what they are ingesting. ??

Is this our future.! ?

To read this article: Visit: FDA TO BACK FOOD FROM CLONED ANIMALS

~ til next time,

New Year 2008 Rant & What's New

2008-01-04T18:43:00.000-05:00

It's a New Year .. 2008 .. life is certainly moving at a fast pace.!I hope that you had a wonderful Holiday Season and wishing you all good things in the New Year.

Lots of new and exciting things going on at SunRose, read on, after my 'New Year's Rant' to see what's new.

This past weekend, as I was attempting to get my veggies and fruits for the week, I was astounded by the prices.. this article just proves.. I was not over reacting.

Its a scary thing.!

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The price of fruits and vegetables is climbing faster than inflation, while junk food is actually becoming cheaper, the findings of a new study suggest.

To read on Click hereHealthy food getting more expensive: study Health Reuters http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSPAR27349420080102?feedType=RSS&feedName=healthNews

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Then this article ..
This is just so not cool .. I am having real problems with this.

WSJ NEWS ALERT: FDA Is Expected to Approve Milk, Meat From Cloned AnimalsCloned Livestock Poised To Receive FDA Clearance - WSJ.com http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119938649276665241.html?mod=djemalertNEWS

Get ready for a food fight over milk and meat from cloned animals and their offspring.After more than six years of wrestling with the question of whether meat and milk from them are safe to eat, the Food and Drug Administration is expected to declare as early as next week that they are.
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And last but not least, for my New Year's rant is this website regarding the disappearance of bees around the world.I hope you take a moment to visit this site.. click on the top ' trailer' it is only a few minutes to watch.

Vanishing of the bees http://www.vanishingbees.com/

Vast numbers of bees are literally disappearing all around the world. This movie analyzes why this mysterious phenomenon is taking place and how dramatically it could impact the world's food supply in the short term. As a note, the producers are also seeking donations to bring the movie to a wider audience. View this breath-taking trailer here:Watch: http://www.vanishingbees.com

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New in the Essential Oil world for me ..new at SunRose we will be offering:

Sandalwood Yasi

Botanical Name: Santalum yasi
Country of Origin : Western Australia
Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation
Plant Material Used: Heart wood & Root ball.

This material is absolutely wonderful. The closest to Mysore India Sandalwood (Santalum album) that one can get. The deep rich scent, makes my mouth water and my mind relax.

Visit our website site for more information & pricing:http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/

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Aromatherapy Today International Journal - Vol 40 / December 2007

In this Issue:

* Essential Oil Profile - Cinnamon by Jennifer Jefferies
* AIA Conference Review
* Essential Oils, temperaments & defences - by Michael Scholes
* The magic of Physics - by Jan Kusmirek
* Alzheimer's Research - by Jackie Farnell
* Osteoporosis / Osteoarthritis - by Susan Cleary
* Aromatic Journeys - by Jim Llewellyn

Please visit: our site Aromatherapy Today Intn'l Journal http://sunrosearomatics.com/catalog/shop/shopdisplayproducts.asp?id=34&cat=Aromatherapy+Today+Journal

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Here is one that I think you will find interesting:

Fragonia Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Agonis fragrans
Family: Myrtaceae
Country of Origin: Australia
Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation

Agonis fragrans is a member of the Myrtaceae Family (e.g. cajeput, tea tree, etc).

This family is regarded as:
" anti inflammatory
" antiseptic
" respiratory
" immune stimulant

Visit our website site for more information & pricing: www.SunRoseAromatics.com

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Well, that's if for this first blog of the New Year.! Its been cold here yet we are not getting the snow accumulation like other places in the U.S.

Stay cozy and warm, remember to take care of your skin, as it can get very dry in this weather,
have a healthy and wonderful year.!

~ til next time
R~
http://www.sunrosearomatics.com/