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“The flowers of late winter and early spring occupy places in our hearts well out of proportion to their size.” Gertrude Wister Share With the rainy December weather and the warm, dry January, an early spring has erupted in my garden in February. The green grass blankets the hillside alongside the oxalis shamrocks, which usually bloom in March. Narcissi have sprouted, and their fragrance and beauty are the focus of vases that I’ve been gifting friends. Succulents are thriving

Tune into the upbeat, positive lifestyle broadcast where producer and host Cynthia Brian showcases strategies for success on StarStyle® -Be the Star You Are!®. Available wherever you listen to your favorite programs! In California, the winter has been warmer thus far. There is an early show of flowers in the February garden. Goddess Gardener Cynthia Brian offers tips to complete chores this month to enjoy beautiful spring flowers. Did you know that you can boost your immune s

Tune into the upbeat, positive lifestyle broadcast where producer and host Cynthia Brian showcases strategies for success on StarStyle® -Be the Star You Are!®. Available wherever you listen to your favorite programs! Could your home use an upgrade? Big or small, it pays to maintain your house in tip-top shape. There are several things you can do to elevate your home so that it looks fabulous and represents you and your family. You may need a professional to help you with upgr

Tune into the upbeat, positive lifestyle broadcast where producer and host Cynthia Brian showcases strategies for success on StarStyle® -Be the Star You Are!®. Available wherever you listen to your favorite programs! Is it necessary to shower daily? How often is it necessary to wash your hair? Should you take long or short showers, and how hot should the water be? Find out what the experts think about showering and hair washing. Traveling is a dirty business! Plenty of microb

“Every plant is a teacher, and every gift is a lesson in love.” unknown The holidays bring joy, celebration, and gifts. If we are fortunate, many of those gifts are plants that offer us the opportunity to engage with nature and admire the beauty and wisdom of the botanical world. When the holidays are over, what do we do with that stunning poinsettia, Christmas cactus, bromeliad, or anthurium? With just a little care, these holiday plants will continue to brighten our spaces

Tune into the upbeat, positive lifestyle broadcast where producer and host Cynthia Brian showcases strategies for success on StarStyle® -Be the Star You Are!®. Available wherever you listen to your favorite programs! We all wash our clothes, but do you know what the best way to launder is? From sorting to detergent, everything matters. Warm or cold water? What goes into the wash? What about drying? Lots of information from the care manual! Honoring our houseplants is a wonder

Tune into the upbeat, positive lifestyle broadcast where producer and host Cynthia Brian showcases strategies for success on StarStyle® -Be the Star You Are!®. Available wherever you listen to your favorite programs! What is the meaning of Christmas? How did the story of Santa Claus evolve? How can we make the holidays merry and bright? If you are not a fan of the holidays, how can you cope? May Christmas bring you peace and joy with many good times to come. Trim the tree, wr

“The best Christmas trees come very close to exceeding nature.” Andy Rooney It’s the most magical time of the year! As I drive through neighborhoods, the outdoor whimsical displays with twinkling lights bring a smile to my face and fill my heart with joy. No matter what traditions we celebrate, we can’t help but be delighted by the sparkling Christmas trees framed in windows, glowing snowmen playing on lawns, and glittering reindeer poised for flight. On our farm growing up,

Tune into the upbeat, positive lifestyle broadcast where producer and host Cynthia Brian showcases strategies for success on StarStyle® -Be the Star You Are!®. Available wherever you listen to your favorite programs! Through generosity, we offer a glimmer into our souls. Even tiny gestures such as sharing a meal, volunteering, or smiling at a stranger can brighten the day of another person and create a ripple of positivity. Make a difference today and enjoy a beautiful, bount

https://sites.libsyn.com/556617/buying-eggs-and-holiday-guests Buying Eggs and Holiday Guests Tune into the upbeat, positive lifestyle broadcast where producer and host Cynthia Brian showcases strategies for success on StarStyle® -Be the Star You Are!®. Available wherever you listen to your favorite programs! How do you know what kind of eggs are best to buy? Do you want organic, farm-raised, or regenerative? How can you tell if the eggs you are buying are worth the cost? Cyn

“If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.” Marcus Cicero Gifts and Grifts in the Garden: A Holiday Guide As autumn paints our world in fiery hues, it's time to gear up for the holidays! Let's dive into thoughtful gifts for your plant-loving pals and how to spot those pesky garden grifts. This season, let’s make sure our gardens—and wallets—stay safe and sound! Nature-Connected Gifts: My Top Picks Over the years, the most memorable gifts I've received

Tune into the upbeat, positive lifestyle broadcast where producer and host Cynthia Brian showcases strategies for success on StarStyle® -Be the Star You Are!®. Available wherever you listen to your favorite programs! Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian,   offers suggestions to give you a jump-start on joyful holiday gifting while helping you sidestep the seasonal grifts. Learn how to spot horticulture scams.  Find several new books and tools from GardenComm members that will enha

Tune into the upbeat, positive lifestyle broadcast where producer and host Cynthia Brian showcases strategies for success on StarStyle® -Be the Star You Are!®. Available wherever you listen to your favorite programs! Do you wonder what the difference is between white, brown, blue, green, or speckled eggs? Cynthia Brian has been raising chickens since she was eight years old and will answer this very important question. Have you been out in nature hiking, gardening, or playing

Tune into the upbeat, positive lifestyle broadcast where producer and host Cynthia Brian showcases strategies for success on StarStyle® -Be the Star You Are!®. Available wherever you listen to your favorite programs! If you don’t like TikTok or Instagram and you don’t hang out with teens, are you “hip” to the lingo? Every generation of youth has its own language and slang. Parents roll their eyes at the words, but the kids understand. Want to find out what everything means in

Tune into the upbeat, positive lifestyle broadcast where producer and host Cynthia Brian showcases strategies for success on StarStyle® -Be the Star You Are!®. Available wherever you listen to your favorite programs! It is the spooky time of the year, so why not look at edible superstitions from around the world? Is spilling salt a bad omen? Why do candles decorate a birthday cake? If you put thirteen people at a dinner table, will the evening be a failure? We decorate for Ha

“Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it, and if I were a bird, I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns.” George Elliot Frogs and crickets. Crickets and frogs. Growing up on our farm in the boondocks, the croaks and chirps were the melodies of the night. In the spring, the frogs sing as they search for mates. With the warm temperatures of autumn, the crickets increase their chirping to attract mates as they search for safety and food before winter ar

Bestselling author, actor, and literacy champion  Cynthia Brian  proudly announces the release of  Flap Forward! Fly Free , the much-anticipated  fourth book  in her acclaimed  Stella Bella’s Barnyard Adventures  series. In this heartwarming story, readers return to the cheerful world of Stella Bella’s farm, where barnyard friends learn to believe in themselves and embrace the courage to soar. With Cynthia Brian’s signature storytelling charm and a gentle life lesson on brave

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Cynthia Brian talks about the Importance of Teeth and Garden Mishaps on StarStyle®-Be the Star You Are!® radio. Brush, floss, and dig...