Spicy Winter Simmer

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I live in a part of the country where summers are hot with high humidity. During the summer I curse the humidity; during the winter I sorely miss it. I noticed the other day how dry it was in the house. Plants were looking wilted, my skin was looking worse, and it was time to start adding some humidity into the air. If you find yourself in a similar situation, this is a delightful, easy, and fragrant way to add humidity and warmth to your home. You will also find that the addition of the lavender buds can contribute to a sense of calm and well-being. Use the recipe below to turn your home into a fragrant and welcoming spa-like space. Don’t feel as though you have to stick to the measurements, feel free to add more or less of any of these ingredients to suit your own desires.

 Spicy Winter Simmer

1 medium orange, sliced
2-4 cinnamon sticks
1 T. whole cloves
1 T. dried lavender buds, preferably French

 Place ingredients into a 4-quart saucepan; bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to a simmer. Add water throughout the day as needed. Inhale and enjoy.