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Wow, okay, how did it become December 1? I’m still back in October! But yay, this is my favourite month of the year, filled with most of my celebrations as it’s our dating anniversary on December 19 (31 years!), my birthday on the 21st, Christmas on the 25th, and the anniversary of my adoption on … Read more
Yep, it’s done! Thank you again for all your support and patience as I put the last finishing touches on this e-book. My October e-book, Creating light lotions, part two: Cold process, cationic emulsifiers, is ready for purchase and download! You’ll be making awesome light lotions in no time using cold process emulsifiers that can create … Read more
Hello! I’m getting back to normal today after series of seven migraines that hit me over eight days – this is not remotely normal, I only get two or three every eight to ten years! – and recovering from the aftermath over the last week. I’m still feeling a bit like a giant picked me … Read more
Sorry it’s not out yet. I’m on day four of a series of migraines that’s had me in bed since Monday. It’s still coming, just not for a few more days.
Someone asked about our privacy policy at Point of Interest, and it’s pretty simple: Only three people can access your data – the administrators (Raymond and Susan) and you. We take the information required by the payment processor, like your name, address, phone number, and email address – and that’s used to create your account, … Read more