If you have roots in East Tennessee farmland, a country-themed bedroom for your youngster, or grandkids who love animals, you need to check out the artwork at the All Natural Health Food Shop at 219 East Broadway in Maryville. Beginning on the Last Friday Artwalk event downtown on Friday, April 25, All Natural will feature a collection of original, mixed-media and watercolor pictures of young farm animals, perfectly suited for children's rooms. Also featured will be a brightly colored quilt sample to cheer up any room. The exhibit will remain in place until the last Friday in May.
While you are there, be sure to consider an energizing spring tonic, like your grandparents used to do at the end of a dreary winter. Until the garden greens are ready, try green "superfood" products like Barley Max, wheat grass, or Kyo-Green. Echinacea is known for it's ability to boost the immune system, and local bee pollen is said to help ward off the effect of local air-borne allergens. (Personally, I plan to try the bee pollen, since 40 years of beautiful Tennessee farmland has gotten the best of me! In fact, if you've tried bee pollen, or have an all-natural remedy for allergies, please email me at heartwork4@gmail.com.)
