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A Luxurious All-Natural Perfume Collection I'm Loving

A Luxurious All-Natural Perfume Collection I'm Loving

Truth is, I rarely ever wear perfume, because it often gives me headaches and now being pregnant, I am extremely sensitive to smell.  If you're anything like me then listen up, because I discovered a new line of all-natural perfume oils that are "Jeannine friendly" and completely intoxicating.  The line is called Petite Histoire, which in French means "the narrative that intertwines lovers," and is inspired by exactly that - love.

When in Florence: Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella

When in Florence: Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella

Founded in the early 1200's next to the piazza Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy is one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, never mind Europe.  As I ventured on a tour of Florence last week with my family, the guide pointed it out as we passed as if it were just a landmark.  I made it my mission to go back as soon as possible.  The Officina Profumo – Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella was much more than I could have ever dreamed of!  Here's the scoop.