ReSolution Spa

Vicky Rathje, of Aromas for Living, hosted the Second Annual Lavender Retreat on behalf of the Breast Cancer Fund at her very own very dreamy Lavender Farm in Ventura, California. The Breast Cancer Fund is dedicated to finding the causes of breast cancer and publishes an annual report with their findings. Many causes are related to toxins in our environment. There were over 80 participants this year who helped to raise $7,000 for the day. Various healing practitioners donated their services for the day and guests experienced a day of wellness in this peaceful setting. Among the services offered were bio-scanning (scanning for abnormalities in tissues for early detection), psychic reading, chiropractic adjusting, massage therapy, yoga, aromatherapy blending, and meditation. I was lucky enough to have a session for a psychic reading with Leah Germain and wow was she spectacular and so delightful. I made Good Morning, Muesli for breakfast and Vicky made citrus salmon and wild rice salad for lunch, but the big hit was the fresh strawberries dipped in lavender crème fraiche (see recipe below).

Lavender Crème Fraiche

1 cup sour cream or crème fraiche
4 drops lavender essential oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ tsp vanilla extract

Mix all ingredients together. Serve with fresh fruit, a fruit tart or other dessert.