Lisa Briskey
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I love to write, crochet, and sew. I am a grandmother of a two-year-old granddaughter.
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Health Benefits of Drinking Earl Grey Tea
Health Benefits of Drinking Earl Grey Tea Are you like me, a tea drinker? If so, did you know that drinking tea has many benefits? My favorite way of drinking tea is loose tea. The other day, I was looking through my tea and came across a jar of Earl Grey. I didn’t know there were benefits to drinking Earl Grey Tea.
By Lisa Briskey2 months ago in Longevity
From Barren to Blessing:
Hannah’s story is about her unwavering faith in God, being bullied, barren, and then having a child. Hannah (11th century BCE) was the mother of the prophet Samuel. According to Easton’s Bible Dictionary, Hannah means favor and grace. Hannah is of Hebrew origin. After years of being barren, she prayed to God for a son and was favored by God with a son hence the meaning of her name.
By Lisa Briskey2 months ago in History
Herodias
How would you like to be remembered throughout history for doing something wrong? That is what happened to Herodias and her daughter. Herodias will always be remembered as the woman who had John the Baptist beheaded. What did John the Baptist do to make this woman have him beheaded? He simply told the truth — it was unlawful for Herod to marry Herodias, his brother’s wife.
By Lisa Briskey3 months ago in History
Healing and Faith:
Let’s read and learn about the woman who had a blood issue. She is only mentioned in the Books of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Matthew’s version is the shortest, “And, behold, a woman, which was diseased with an issue of blood twelve years, came behind him, and touched the hem of his garment: For she said within herself, If I may but touch his garment, I shall be whole. But Jesus turned him about, and when he saw her, he said, Daughter, be of good comfort, their faith hath made thee whole, And the woman was made whole from that hour” (Matthew 9:20–22).
By Lisa Briskey3 months ago in History
Exploring Alternative Therapies for Managing Chronic Fatigue
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Did you know that over 1 million Americans are suffering from this debilitating illness? My mom and sister are two of those who suffer from this illness. Chronic Fatigue is defined as a chronic illness that is characterized by extreme fatigue that lasts for more than 6 months. If not treated, it decreases one's concentration, memory, and energy. Women are 2 to 4 times more likely to get it than men.
By Lisa Briskey3 months ago in Longevity
Surprising Health Benefits of
Chamomile What is Chamomile? Chamomile is from the daisy family. Even though it is native to Western Asia and Europe, you will find it all around the world. Chamomile is Greek for Earth Apple, and this herb does smell a little like an apple. There are 2 types of Chamomiles: The German Chamomile, which is used for medicinal ailments like digestive issues, and the Roman Chamomile, which is used as a medicinal herb to fight disease and promote longevity. The Egyptians worshipped Chamomile and dedicated festivals to its healing power. Chamomile has been used for almost 5,000 years in tea, herbal extract, and cosmetic forms. This is an herb that has almost no known negative side effects. It is one of the most ancient medicinal herbs known to man.
By Lisa Briskey3 months ago in Longevity
Turmeric:
Turmeric is a flowering plant, Curcuma longa, of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae (en.m.wikipedia.org/turmeric). It is native to Southeast Asia and the Indian Subcontinent. It needs a good amount of rain and the temperature needs to be between 20 and 30 degrees Celius to live. People use the rhizomes in their cooking either fresh or boiled in water and then dried.
By Lisa Briskey3 months ago in Longevity
Echinacea Tea:
What is Echinacea? If you never heard of this herb you are probably wondering what it is. Echinacea is also known as the purple coneflower. This herb is one of the most popular herbs that is known throughout the world. Echinacea has been treating many ailments by the Native Americans for centuries. This herb is a remedy for the cold, and flu as well as pain, migraines, inflammation, and many other ailments.
By Lisa Briskey3 months ago in Longevity
Crochet a Dishcloth
The first thing that I do when crocheting a dishcloth is to pick out the color, decide how big it will be, what size hook, and what kind of stitches should I use. I love the single crochet stitch for when I make a dishcloth. You can do any stitches that you want. When you have answered the questions, it is time to begin.
By Lisa Briskey3 months ago in Art