I have been absent for over three months. That was never in my plans! I love writing, and I cannot wait to get back into the swing of things. My plans are extensive. However, we had a bit of a surprise…. Our family is welcoming another addition coming in March 2018! To say that weRead more
When we began our journey to a natural lifestyle, I wanted to switch everything to homemade. I knew eliminating everything quickly would overwhelm me, so I started small. One of the first things I made by myself was DIY dryer sheets. Why dryer sheets? There is a lot of chemicals in those store bought dryerRead more
While canning jellies and jams are one of my favorite activities, it is important to understand how to do so correctly. There are a lot of misunderstandings about what is safe for canning. Today, we are going to look at why acidity matters for canning. The Role of Acidity in Canning I get a lotRead more
My husband and I are huge fans of brussel sprouts. We frequently make them as a side dish for dinners throughout the week. While our kids may not love brussel sprouts as much as we do, they are an essential part of our garden. The first year that I grew brussel sprouts, I was confused.Read more
Psalm 127: 3-5 – “Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth. Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. They will not be put to shame when they contend with their opponents in court.” ItRead more
Chances are you have seen numerous budgeting software that lets you track your spending. While I do love Mint.com, all of the other choices have fallen short for me. Add in the fact that they want me to PAY to track my SPENDING, I think I will stick to pen and paper. This blog mightRead more
Hi y’all! I am so thankful that you stumbled upon my little blog. It is just in the beginning stages, but I have many wonderful plans. I hope you check out and see all the great ideas. I want to introduce you to my family. My husband, Andrew, and I were married in 2012, afterRead more