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April 19, 2012

Cherry Blossom Time

Filed under: Natures' Heritage Greetings — Tags: arthriits, Cherry Blossom Festival, cherry extract, cherry trees, cinnamon, dry skin, gift pack, liniment, lotions, pain relief, pepper, petro-carbo, psorasis, salves, shea butter, vanilla — admin @ 2:14 am

Did you know it is the Centennial of the Cherry Blossom Trees in Washington D.C.? The trees were orignally a gift of friendship from Japan in 1912 and have endured many trials and tribulations over their 100 years. Many years ago I had the pleasure of being on the Mall in April when the trees were in full bloom, and remember it as a most fragrant experience. If you ever get a chance don’t miss this annual event.

The United States Postal Service commissioned an artist, Paul Rogers from Pasadena, California to design the beautiful stamp above for the Centennial and many activities are in full swing right now as the blossoms tend to drop by the end of April each year.

What better way to celebrate the Cherry Blossom Centennial than with a cherry pie, cookies or cherry crumble made with Watkins Cherry extract! Now available in the convenient 8 oz. size.

For over 100 years Watkins Cherry extract has been a standard in kitchens everywhere. One that fits in with many of today’s high-flavor and low-fat cooking palates. Give it a try and savor the best cherry recipes around! Now you know the secret to those fabulous cherry pies grandma made!

Have a great Natures’ Heritage week!

Sherry and Natures’ Heritage staff

For easy ordering of Watkins products www.watkinsonline.com/martinez1

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April 15, 2012

RMS Titanic

Filed under: Natures' Heritage Greetings — Tags: arthritis, BBQ, cinnamon, eco-friendly, eucalyptus, green, liniment, menthol, mentol drops, pain relief, pepper, petro-carbo, recipes, salves, spices, Titanic, vanilla — admin @ 8:43 pm

Hi everyone,

Watching all the specials last night and today on the 100th Anniversary of Titanic’s maiden voyage and sinking was fascinating to say the least. So much more is known today about the misfortunes of the ship, the world’s largest and most luxurious ocean liner of its time. The people on board knew how to live well. And enough could never be said for the engineers on board who lost their lives to save so many passengers.

The National Geographic Special WAS really special, along with Bob Ballard, the researcher who found the Titantic’s remains in 1985, and great new footage of people who were on board, and actual messages sent from the Marconi Wireless, the first non-voice radio transmitter of its kind.

Len Goodman of “Dancing with the Stars” fame also gave a wonderful overview of the ship and many of its departments–from personnel, engineering, hospitality, libraries on board, engine carpartments to culinary (do you think Watkins vanilla and cinnamon might have been on board?)

I know some people are commemorating the event with “Titanic” brunches and dinners–that sounds like an excellent thing to do–one place in Texas was even offering a 10 course “Titanic” meal for $12K!

If you get a chance take a few moments and make a cup of Watkins Chai Latte and commemorate Titanic’s Centennial –maybe viewing some of the archival information on the ship and Ballard’s expedition…truly fascinating reading and watching! I’m sure another generation of Titantic historians and enthisiasts are right around the corner!

Have a great Natures’ Heritage week out there and enjoy the nice spring weather!

Sherry and Natures’ Heritage staff

For easy ordering of Watkins products— www.watkinsonline.com/martinez1

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April 10, 2012

Great Tasting Root Beer Beans–yes, root beer!

Filed under: Natures' Heritage Greetings — Tags: arthritis, baked beans, beans, cinnamon, green, liniment, pain relief, pepper, personal and home care, recipes, root beer, spices, vanilla — admin @ 5:31 am

Hi everyone,

I read about this new Watkins recipe and decided to try it last weekend. I was skeptical but knowing Watkins ingredients were involved gave them a try. They were such a hit with everyone I decided to share the recipe with all of you today—enjoy!

Root Beer Baked Beans

Ingredients

1/2 lb/225 g bacon, diced

1 medium onion, diced

2 tbsp/30 mL Watkins Gourmet Original Barbecue Sauce

1/4 cup/60 mL ketchup

2 (28 oz/798 g) cans baked beans

1/4 tsp/1.2 mL Watkins Imitation Root Beer Extract

1/2 tsp/2.5 mL prepared mustard

2 tbsp/30 mL brown sugar

To taste, Watkins Purest Granulated (not

ground) Black Pepper—All-Natural

Directions

Cook bacon and onion in skillet until bacon is brown and

crisp. Pour off drippings. Combine barbecue sauce and

ketchup; add to skillet. Mix in remaining ingredients.

Bake at 300°F/150°C for one hour.

Have a great week out there—and let us know if you enjoyed your root beer beans–

Sherry and Natures’ Heritage staff

For quick and easy Watkins product ordering– www.watkinsonline.com/martinez1

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April 5, 2012

Chocolate Rabbits and Fabergé Eggs…hmmm

Filed under: Natures' Heritage Greetings — Tags: aloe, arthritis, cinnamon, eggs, fragrances, green tea, liniment, menthol, pain relief, personal and household products, recipes, spices, vanilla — admin @ 7:46 pm

As I was buying the annual Easter eggs for the staff basket I thought about all the different kinds of eggs displayed at this time of year, topped off by the most famous of all –the Fabergé eggs. They have a long and distinguished history in the realm of eggs.

What exactly is a Fabergé egg? It’s not an egg at all as we think of eggs, rather a Fabergé egg is any one of the thousands of jeweled eggs made by the House of Fabergé from 1885 to 1917. The eggs were made of precious metals or hard stones decorated with combinations of enamel and gem stones.

The Fabergé egg has become a symbol of luxury, and the eggs are regarded as masterpieces of the jeweler’s art, like a Tiffany lamp or jewelry. Most were miniature eggs that were popular gifts at Eastertide. They were worn on a neck chain either individually or in groups.

The most famous of the Fabergé eggs produced were the larger ones made for Alexander III and Nicholas II of Russia, often referred to as the ‘Imperial’ Fabergé eggs. Of 50 made, 42 have survived and are scattered around the world.

And now, back to the arranging of chocolate rabbits, Peeps and the non Fabergé colorful eggs for the staff basket, along with staffs’ favorite requested Watkins items–:).

Have a great holiday weekend and welcome to Spring with all its warmth and festivities and be sure to check out the new recipes under the “Recipes Express” tab!

Sherry and staff at Natures’ Heritage

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April 19, 2012

Cherry Blossom Time

April 15, 2012

RMS Titanic

April 10, 2012

Great Tasting Root Beer Beans–yes, root beer!

April 5, 2012

Chocolate Rabbits and Fabergé Eggs…hmmm