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The Lavender Life- Our Mission Podcast- Listen now.
Lavender farmers/entrepreneurs, Vic and Vickie Bennett discuss what it is like being married business partners, with a crystal clear vision for the faceless crises of foster care.

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A Xander Community Partner - In Your County Too?
Join us in reminding the most vulnerable that they are "Loved and Not Alone."
If you are interested in taking on your county, complete this Xander Community Partner Questionnaire. Our next season ...

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Spreading Love Far and Wide: How Your Institution Can Give Hope to Children in Need
Vic and Vickie with the loaded Xander Bunny donation trailer.
As with all big stories, it’s hard to pinpoint just how it all began.
Was it when Vic and Vickie Bennett first decided to leave the...

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What's Old is New: The Resurgence of Lavender for Pain Relief and More
In ancient times, lavender was a go-to herb in many households, with applications ranging from bathing to laundering to healing. More than just a lovely garden flower or balmy fragrance, it was re...

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Not Just for Kids: Xander Bunnies Offer Therapy for Adults, Too
I had plans and schemes for the new year. Having breast cancer was not part of those.
When I met Vic & Vickie, I couldn’t imagine a more suited client to work with. When I was first introduce...

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Lavender: A Natural Solution to Insomnia, Restlessness, & Sleep Disturbances
Until recently, the consequences of sleep deprivation weren’t really known—other than the obvious irritability that we, and everyone else around us, experience. What we’re learning now is that ali...

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The Gummy Kit & Kaboodle: Good Food That's Good Fun
Vic and & Vickie’s grandkids were the inspiration for their creation. They wanted not only a more healthful snack for Xander and his little cousins, but also a way to engage them in productive ...

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Lavender & Menopause: How This Ancient Herb Can Ease Hot Flashes, Relieve Anxiety, & Help Promote Sleep
Hot flashes—and their nocturnal counterpart, night sweats—are the most renowned, but other symptoms like anxiety, mood swings, and insomnia are also quite common. Though there are many more changes...