I will never forget dropping off Caleb at EIU 8 years ago.  I was so excited for him and so nervous for him I couldn't stand it.  I remember driving away watching him through my tears in the rear view mirror and I swear my heart physically hurt.  The years went so fast...how could we be here already??  Somehow I got through that and then 2 more kids leaving for their big adventure.  Every drop off came with a flood of tears.  After about a week a new normal took over and we all knew all was going to be ok.  Us moms worry...it's just what we do.  i can't even tell you how many times over the years one of them called me and were sick.....wait I have a point to this story...and a purpose...lol!  Fast forward to the first 'sick call"  I always felt the same...like I was going to get in my car and go make it all better!!  I spent SO much time saying the same thing...what are you eating?  how much sleep are you getting?  who's sick around you??  I'm sure I only got half the story...lol...but I did get wiser over time.  
After alot of sleepless nights I got smart...I started sending them with the tools they needed to stay healthy instead of running to the rescue and panicking AFTER they were already sick.  If you ever are in need of some suggestions stop in!

As most of you know I have been traveling lately introducing and training coaches to the awesome IN.FORM.  I LOVE it!  I love meeting new people and I love teaching.  I am so blessed to be able to share my passion for natural health!!  The only hiccup is the plane......we ALL know that feeling of dread when the guy next to you is coughing and blowing his nose the entire flight!!  90% of the time Silver Shield sprayed on and around me as well as a few good doses of Elderberry does the trick.....but every once in awhile I pick up a little somethin-somethin!  Sad to say after my Boston flight I felt that awful scratchy throat yesterday.  I went into the shop a little crabby and very tired.  Immediately I started CC-A, Elderberry and Silver Shield...ALL DAY every couple hours.  WALA...today I feel great!!  Really can't yell 'stop breathing on me!" but I can take it down when it hits!!  Here's to movin on!!

So fired up for Fall!  My absolute favorite time of the year!  The crisp,cool air just invigorates me and inspires me to get back on track!  Just rolled out our 15th session of IN.FORM and our Tuesday class filled in 2 days with 17 people!!  Really excited to say that I opened up another session of IN.FORM at the shop on Thursdays starting Sept 17 at 6pm!  We still have openings with Jackie Barta on Thursday mornings at the shop.  I am also taking this awesome program to the College of DuPage on Wednesday mornings AND IE Fitness in Westmonts also on Thursdays!!  No reason...no excuses to find us somewhere and start getting IN.FORMED!!  People are having unbelievable success with this program....cuz it just makes sense!!  Check out my FB page and watch the Tami Mathews video about just how this program will change your life!!  

I know from personal experience, that when I decide to go healthy, so do my kids. Now whether they actually decide that or if I force it upon them is questionable, but what I do know is that when we are healthy, we are happy. So when I originally opened the shop, I made sure to carry products suitable for the whole family.  More recently, however, I decided to expand on our mom/baby line, specifically.  Our new products just came in for this line.  We now have USDA certified organic mama and baby essentials that are all handmade in the USA. Some of the baby products include gentle soap, moisture oil, aroma rub, and barrier balm.  As for moms, we have moisture oil, body polish, and prenatal vitamins.  The family health does not stop at babies here! We also carry the best of the best when it comes to kids multivitamins, calcium supplements, immune boosters, and so much more. 

So as summer comes to an end, come on in and get the whole family as healthy as possible before the fall.  A strong immune system will protect your kids from all the germs that school and the weather bring. You can also check out some of our other family friendly products like oil diffusers and protein powder that kids of all ages will love!

I have really been into the Essential Oil world lately as Nature's Sunshine just came out with their line of Oil blends.  There is a certain blend in particular that is awesome! It is the Changes blend which is a combination of Clary Sage, Pine needle, Orange, Ho Leaf, Peppermint, Ylang, and Chamomile.  This combination of oils smells awesome and was made to help with PMS/ menopause symptoms! 

As summer has just begun, I have been extremely excited about some of our upcoming events!  I have to say, one of the best classes coming up will be the new Men's IN.FORM. As an IN.FORM guru, I like to have company at my trainings, so I usually drag along my husband, Jude. After a while, however, Jude started getting pretty excited about the program and has become a certified Health Coach.  He is loving these programs! In fact, we have decided that he will be the coach of our new launch program for Men.  

I know what you're thinking: There is no way my husband would sit for an hour class chatting with other guys!

Well, Jude and I thought of a great solution! The classes will only be a half an hour one day a week.  They come in, get weighed, receive a few tips, grab a smoothie and go. The classes are also early in the morning or at the end of the work day.  It isn't a huge commitment (Because we both know how men can be lol). Anyway, my husband will be there, so encourage yours to go to! Not only will it benefit him by lowering his cholesterol, reducing blood sugar, and reducing visceral fat, but it will help you too!  When my husband's on track, so am I! Two is always better than one, so partner up and get healthy!

Linda