These past two weeks have been crazy! I have been sucking down caffeine by the gallon. If I could've run an IV drip, I most certainly would have. The truth is, although there are 8 weeks left of school, they are probably some of the most hectic in the life of a special educator. My dance card is filled for the entire month of April with IEP (Individualized Education Plan) meetings. If I'm not holding them, I am participating as what we call an LEA (and don't ask me what that means!). In short, I read the parents their rights and make sure that all laws are followed as they pertain to an IEP meeting. I also need to assess all the students with upcoming meetings, as well as perform my regular school duties. Sound hectic? It is! As a result, I generally find myself on the receiving end of cold sores.
Now, I've had these in the past; however, this week-end was the monster of all outbreaks. Half of my upper lip was covered. I looked like I had gone to a bad plastic surgeon for some lip filler, not to mention, I could barely talk because they hurt! I called my daughter about my predicament, and she suggested breaking out the essential oils. Now, before the days of anti-viral creams, back in ye olde days when I grew up, we used a product called "Campho-Phenique" for anything from cold sores to bug bites. So I thought, why not?
Turns out, using Lavender and Frankincense did the trick. I applied a drop or two with a Q-tip several times yesterday. Today, I woke up to a mouth with dried up sores. Now, I'm not saying don't consult with a physician for such things as genital herpes or shingles but for a simple remedy without all the heavy-duty meds and potential side-effects, this seemed to do the trick. I also have a friend who swears by Lavender Oil for bug bites. Since we don't get mosquitos in Nevada, I will have to take her word for it. However, I did order her a bottle for the upcoming summer months.
Please don't misunderstand....the FDA does not approve essential oils as medicine. However, to support and promote a healthier lifestyle, these are great! If you've never considered using essential oils, I suggest you do. And Young Living (in my humble opinion) is the best because their oils are therapeutic grade. More on this in another blog.
For now, I can smile, talk and I look 100% better today. As for my calves, that's another story...I walked several miles this week-end; a little Peppermint and PanAway should help! And yes, will be diffusing some Joy and Lavender today; for what else? Joy and relaxation. You see, essential oils have a plethora of uses. I am just at the beginning of my journey.
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