Well, we finally did it. We went to town and brought back six tiny chicks. This is something I've wanted to do for years, so I'm really excited for this adventure to begin! I honestly could have bought more because they're so cute...but...self control. Sigh. Anyway, we hope to utilize these chicks as laying hens... Continue Reading →
I grew up making homemade Red Lobster biscuits for our family. It became my task for dinner time. I remember being excited for cheddar and garlic biscuits because they felt like such a treat! And I still feel that way about them today, but in all honesty...they aren't super healthy, so I set out to... Continue Reading →
Spring cleaning is upon my household. It's time to scrub the cabinets, mop the floors, wash the windows, rearrange furniture, and do a deep dusting of every surface in the house. I prefer to utilize natural, non-toxic cleaners in my home so I can have peace of mind about the chemicals I'm exposing my family... Continue Reading →
You started your seeds indoors months ago, tended to their needs, put them through the process of hardening off, and now it's time to transplant them into the garden. This is what all the prep, patience, and waiting is for. Here are a few tips to think over before you move everything out to the... Continue Reading →
"The pastures of the wilderness overflow, the hills gird themselves with joy, the meadows clothes themselves with flocks, the valleys deck themselves with grain, they shout and sing together for joy."Psalm 65:12-13 I read Psalm 65 a few weeks ago and was particularly struck by the wording found in verse 12: "...the hills gird themselves... Continue Reading →
I enjoy the look of a collected home. One filled with old items that serve a purpose and are pleasant to the eye. A few months ago I was able to go on a little antiquing trip by myself (This was a huge deal with a newborn!). I enjoyed getting out on my own for... Continue Reading →
Processing food with a water bath canner is one of the best ways to learn how to can because it isn't overly complicated and less intimidating than using a pressure canner. Keep in mind: There are certain foods that you can safely preserve using the water bath method, but there are others that I do... Continue Reading →
Sometimes I find a yummy bread recipe (this could be muffins, sandwich bread, tortillas, etc) and decide I want to try it out, but I'd also like to find a way to make it a little healthier. There are a few options for achieving that goal: replace the sugar with a natural sweetener like honey... Continue Reading →
Crackers are one of the best ways to use up the over abundance of sourdough starter that happens from time to time. Plus they are quick and easy to make! They are a crunchy snack that everyone in the family will enjoy. Customize the seasoning to your liking, serve with cheese, dip, salsa, hummus, etc.... Continue Reading →
"She looks well to the ways of her household, and does not eat the bread of idleness."Proverbs 31:27 Homemaking is an art that seems to be going out of style in our modern day. Though culture deems the work of a homemaker as insignificant, I believe it's eternal value remains very high. A home is... Continue Reading →