I've resolved to burning scented candles every night. I usually start the candles in the kitchen and let the perfume creep step by step upstairs or down into the other areas of my home. Something about the fragrance of moderately scented wax melting against the dissipating aroma of the evening's meal makes me feel quite comfortable. The aromatherapy eventually greets me in every room, surrounding me like a summer blanket--just enough to remind me that it's there. 

I've learned that having healthy surroundings helps to foster a healthy outlook on the future.  As Southerners, I think we've always been wise enough to appreciate our surroundings. We have the best of blooming plant life in spring and summer, and colorful trees and moderate temperatures in fall and winter.  We tend to take the best of our surroundings, draw these elements around us like a warm hug, and learn to be thankful.

Scented Candles From Our Editors

Missouri

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Kentucky

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