10/17/2008 - Violets for beauty and health

Beloved by the Gods for thier scent and fragile beauty, here is a regime to enact when you see the first bunch of violets in later winter or early spring to ensure your own healthful and fragrant appeal.

Breathe deeply in the scent of the vilolet flower (you cannot do this for long, becasue the armoa is so strong). Feel the scent cheering and waking your slumbering wintery spirit and body. Make a salad for supper and stew in some violet flowers and leaves, place some of the flowers in a drink of sparkling water as well.

At bedtime put a few flowers into your favorite moisturizer and let them steep for a time. Then caress your face with the cream and particularly the flowers. If you have some violet essential oil or perfume, sprinkle it also on the pillow to boost the effect.

In the morning your skin will be soft and smooth. Your physical well being also will be heigthend and your spirits elated.