The Balanced Creative
Welcome to my blog!
This is a space where I (Katie) share about balancing books, lavender, tea ceremony, mental health, well-being, friendships, and creative flow. Drink your tea and enjoy. You are incredible.
Katie Terrell Ramos
Lavender Through The Ages: A Punny Lesson On History’s Favorite Herb
Lavender, with its gentle hues and calming fragrance, has left its aromatic mark on history's pages. This article takes a light-hearted and humorous dive into the times when lavender popped up in historical texts. From its role in ancient Egyptian mummification to its cameo in Shakespearean verses, lavender's journey through the ages is nothing short of fragrant fascination. Join us for a giggle-infused stroll through lavender's aromatic past and get some inspiration for your Mesa Verde Lavender goodies!
A Garden Elixir: Eight Lavender Health Benefits
As the lavender season unfolds here at Mesa Verde Lavender in Mancos, Colorado, we've marveled at how these hardy, drought-tolerant plants thrive in our unique environment. Amidst this fragrant journey, we've delved into the world of lavender's health benefits, discovering its diverse applications in food and body products. Lavender, cherished for centuries as a versatile herb, offers a fragrant elixir for well-being. In this article, we're excited to share eight remarkable health benefits our customers experience from our lavender goodies.
My Favorite Female Makers
We are here to lift each other’s crowns. Here are some of my favorite female creators and their businesses. While we shop for holiday and birthday gifts… it’s important to support small and even better, support badass female owned businesses!
How to Introduce Tea Ceremony To kids
Are you curious about or ready to introduce your kiddos or students to tea ceremony and want a step-by-step plan on how to do so? I will give you MY plan when I introduce tea ceremony to kids and what they love about this mindful meditation practice.