In an instant—Summer appears… These days – for me anyway – its difficult to understand the world. But it’s not that difficult to understand Mademoiselle Universe. She’s a very consistent entity, and thank goodness for that! Like every aspect of the nature of the Universe, we grow a little, face challenges, grow a little more, face some more challenges, and grow a little more. Each season that passes offers us the opportunity to either rest, as in fall and winter, or to be more active, more social, more lively, as in spring and summer.  At Isola, the seasons really feel like they begin and end with the Summer Solstice, a day…

Welcome to a cold and snow-filled March in Alberta! As a country girl raised in the mountains, I know that the wild plants and animals, the farmers, and my own horses really need the moisture that spring snowfalls bring, but the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence… I would prefer rain! I’ve already started my greenhouse and garden planning for 2023, and while the greenhouse is in its first stages of life this year, I’d like to invite you to join me for the very first Isola Herbals Garden Party! On Sunday, April 2, 2023, join me via zoom at 11AM MST in my greenhouse…

I love reading newsletters from my favourite bloggers, YouTubers, ballerinas and fitness community leaders, so I thought as a change to my Isola blog, I’d share some of my summertime skincare essentials! Summertime Skincare Favorites! I always love to sample a few different suncare products! Our skin changes all the time, so we may need a different product this year than what we’ve used previously. Also, suncare products have come a long way in the last few years, so be sure to purchase one with a coral reef protection stamp on it! Here are a few of my favourite skincare and bodycare products that help me feel hydrated, glowing and…