Glow by Lady E

It was a very rainy Wednesday. I've been hearing the heavens roar for the past few days. The mood was somber. The wind, howling. I've been wanting to go out for a few days now, but the Orange Rainfall Alert I got this morning meant that there was a big possibility of flash floods. My son and I were supposed to go out, but decided to stay in the safety of our cocoon.  The Storm Within the Storm Noon was eventful. A glass broke in the sink and my son's finger got cut. I was eating a leisurely breakfast of Hokkien noodles and bread from France with chocolate chips when he rushed to me with a bleeding finger.  I went to Mama Medic mode and applied first aid on the finger. After the ordeal, I couldn't shake off the adrenaline pulsing through my body. A dear friend helped me ground again, reminded me to breathe, and carry on with my day. I didn't want to cook with all that negative energy that I was emitting, so I asked my friend to help ground me.  I cooked Crabs, Squash...

   This week’s glow-up moment is brought to you by something small — but mighty. I made this custom essential oil inhaler using some of my favorite oils: ylang ylang, sweet orange, peppermint, and frankincense — and honestly? It’s giving calm, centered, and ready to slay the week vibes. I call it Sacred Allure. 🌼 Ylang ylang helps balance hormones and soothe emotional tension. It's also a well-known aphrodisiac since ancient times. It promotes optimism and relaxation. It relieves and rejuvenates while fighting daily oxidative stress.  🍊 Sweet orange uplifts the mood and brings back a sunny mindset. 🌿 Peppermint clears mental fog (perfect when your to-do list is wild). It relieves headaches, boosts energy. It helps with anxiety, too.  🕊️ Frankincense centers the soul. Always. It also boosts the immune system, improves skin condition, and ease respiratory issues.  My blend: 5 drops Ylang Ylang (hormone balance, emotional support) 4 drops Peppermint (mental cla...