If you were to spend any time around our kitchen lately, you’d probably see a tray of microgreens hanging out on the counter. They’ve become one of those simple little foods we genuinely enjoy – not just because they’re incredibly nutritious, but because they’re fun. The kids love grabbing a pinch, tossing them on their…
A simple, natural electrolyte blend we use on our homestead to support baby chicks during their first weeks of life. This easy DIY “magic water” recipe helps promote hydration, immunity, and overall flock wellness using wholesome, pantry-friendly ingredients.
It seems to be a more popular “trend” this year in all of the wellness community but WHY? Fermented Honey Garlic isn’t new contrary to the popularity this year. It’s been around for hundreds of years as a holistic medicinal remedy to support the body’s ability to fight illness. If you haven’t looked up the…
If I can encourage you to do one thing this week – it would be to search out local farms and ranches in your area. Meat, raw milk, produce, etc. Even if the farms in your area are a little out of the way, I promise you it’s worth it. Many areas also have farmers…
I hope, during my lifetime, I get the opportunity to witness society as a whole shift back to our simplistic roots. I hope it becomes the norm for our local communities to primarily gather foods from our ranchers and farmers. I hope real home cooked meals from whole foods become the norm and not the…
May we raise a generation of children who yearn to live among nature because their hearts crave to be submerged within it, rooted in appreciation and curiosity. May they marvel in the biggest wonders and the smallest mundane aspects alike. Fairly often, I see hasty comments offended ON BEHALF OF nature on the claim that…
I’ve been making this recipe for three years now and it’s always so refreshing and delicious. It just screams summer and is like fresh summer chunky guac. FRESH AVOCADO SALAD Kick it up a notch with this recipe if you have these on hand:1/2 red onion1-2 Jalapeños•Chop all ingredients. Place in bowl and gently stir….
These two just finished Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin at book club! Here’s what they have to say about it: Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin is about a girl named Minli who tries to find her way to Never Ending Mountain to try and change her family’s…
Autumn Books we‘ve currently got out on our shelf! We’ve got all things leaves and pumpkins out. • In the Middle of Fall by Kevin Holmeshttps://amzn.to/3CTJeMT • The Pumpkin Book by Gail Gibbonshttps://amzn.to/3MsS5bb • Look at What I Did with a Leaf by Morteza Sohihttps://amzn.to/3eov4d9 • Pete the Cat Falling with Autumn by Kimberly and…
As we wrap up our current lessons and I plan for the summer I can’t help but just be grateful this is the path we chose. The learning style and the way of living. It’s proved time and time again that it’s been the best choice for our family. When dreaming up being a parent,…
May we raise a generation of children who yearn to live among nature because their hearts crave to be submerged within it, rooted in appreciation and curiosity. May they marvel in the biggest wonders and the smallest mundane aspects alike. Fairly often, I see hasty comments offended ON BEHALF OF nature on the claim that…
Who needs a fun Valentine’s Day Activity today?! I’ve got the perfect eco-friendly bird feeders for some fun and you’ll likely have everything thing you need on hand! We are a crafty crew that loves any excuse to create an up cycled project. Major bonus if it’s going to bring more wildlife around our house….
My cautious and calculated boy, the one who once upon wouldn’t allow for more than a gentle push on the swing because the unpredictability felt too much. When he was really little he would sit as do puzzles, legos, or games for hours. He loved the challenge of figuring out the next move and how…
Who needs a quick dinner idea tonight on this “Monday-like” Tuesday?! Good news, friends – I’ve got dinner covered tonight with this super simple PEANUT CHICKEN. The kids will love it, you can spice it up and you probably have everything you need on hand. INGREDIENTS• 2lbs chicken thighs or breasts – boneless & skinless…
“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children’s children what it was once…
Anyone else convicted that they probably need to cut out some blue light time lately?! 😳 It’s hard homeschooling, running a business, and being an avid researcher to avoid it. Did you know blue light blue light passes through the cornea and lens and reaches the retina? This light may affect vision and could prematurely…
I’ve had a super hard time finding hair gel that I love the hold of and doesn’t come with toxic additives. So last year I started making my own….with FLAXSEEDS. It holds well, although the texture gets a little bit of getting used to. It’s also super important you add in the oils to help…
We ditched fluoride for our family a few years ago and here’s why: • Fluoride is a known neurotoxin. US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), fluoride has been listed among about 100 chemicals for which there is “substantial evidence of developmental neurotoxicity.” Children with higher exposure of fluoride statistically show they have a lower IQ. •…
Hey sweet boy, It’s a matter of days or weeks before I meet you. I feel like time flashed and we arrived here. It’s bittersweet because you’re likely the last babe that’ll ever call my belly home but I’m so ready to have you in my arms. This pregnancy has been the greatest gift. Probably…
The time is flying by this pregnancy and there’s some things I just never ever want to forget about this time. Like the way B pulls up my shirt and hugs and kisses “the baby” every single night before bed and throughout the days sometimes. He’s completely smitten already and loves this little of brother…