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…
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…
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. •…
Since I made this recipe AGAIN this weekend, I have to share it here. I’ve been hooked on this easy recipe and making it at least once a week for the past couple weeks. It just screams summer and is like fresh summer chunky guac. FRESH AVOCADO SALAD• 2 Avocados ?• 2 tomatoes ?• 1…
It starts with us. Process by process, explanation by explanation, choice by choice. We’re planting the seeds for the generations to come. If we want to make a shift to what we deem acceptable in our life – it starts here with us. When we take our kids alongside us, making them a part of…
No one is under the weather in our home and I would like to keep it that way. ? We use a lot of supplements (NingXia Red, elderberry syrup, inner defense, Life 9) and proactive ways to stay healthy like diet limited sugar and processed carbs. I also add in great things like thieves tea…
A gentle glide of the rocker, a soft glow of a warm light, and the relaxing aroma of lavender or gentle baby piping through the air. That’s pretty close to the sweetest place to be with nursing babe or a snuggly kiddo. Pair those things with a good play on words, a gentle giant, and…
I believe there’s a misconception that if someone is leading healthy or toxin free life they have to avoid every circumstance where they could encounter those things. While this may be true for some based on preference, the reality is it’s not easily attainable in normal every day life’s circumstances. We are going to encounter…
One year ago yesterday, I said YES to changing our lifestyle. It wasn't a decision that I made lightly. In fact, it was one I researched for nearly a year before deciding. That YES to living as toxin-free as possible literally changed our lives for the better. I had already been conscious about what we…
I just shared why we ditched Dryer Balls and this post is the DIY counterpart promised from that post. If you missed the post, you can read it here. Purchasing wool dryer balls takes the work out of creating your dryer balls is thavailable on Amazon for a reasonable price. However, if you have a…
We ditched dryer sheets. Dryer sheets are one of the biggest culprits of chemically filled products in our homes and when you consider that they touch your clothes which touch your skin all day. In fact, dryer sheets contain alpha-terpineol, benzyl alcohol, and synthetic camphor (this is important because natural camphor has a large list…
We are sitting here at 26.5 weeks for our third baby. Less than fourteen weeks and I'll be holding a brand new baby in my arms. This pregnancy has been different but the same as the others in so many ways. The first trimester was better than the others and this pregnancy is racing by…
Happy Wednesday, friends!! We are knee deep in Summer enjoying the sunshine and I realized I had some things I’ve been meaning to share with you all. We’ve tried out some new things that I have been wanting to share with you so this afternoon while the kids nap, I decided to make the time…
I’m extremely cautious when it comes to dyes and fragrances. Synthetic dyes and fragrances are incredibly bad for you on a variety of levels including your hormones, development and reproductive systems, and more. Kicking them out of our home is a big deal for me. As most of you know, we use Young Living essential…
I love learning new things and if it’s wellness related, I’m even more stoked about it. A couple of weeks ago, I partnered with Sprouts and their nutrition partner, Suzanne Farrell, to learn about turmeric and how to incorporate this trendy herb into snacks and meals. I knew a little about Turmeric – like how many…
Hey there friends! We’ve been catching up from being a bit under the weather around here and this week has just flown by. Thanks so much for the kind words on Tuesday’s post. I received a few emails and texts about the post and it means so much! To finish out the week I wanted…
We had a quiet week around here, and a productive weekend filled with projects and family. Since it’s been a little while since I did a Links and Loves post, I thought today would be a good day for one. These are some of my favorite posts because I just share things I’m loving so…
Smiles are the universal language and often a part of a first impression. We only get two sets of teeth and if we don’t take care of them the first time then there’s no going back. I was blessed with really great teeth. I have never had braces and have very straight teeth and I’ve never been diagnosed with…
We love to eat healthy in our house and I’m really lucky that I have two little ones that love a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. Our kids see Ryan and I eat healthy and that makes them more excited to do the same. I’ll share more about how we encourage this another day. …
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #EssentialVitamins #CollectiveBias We are in our second week of this season for our family where Ryan is traveling a lot for work and it’s going really well. We certainly miss him and it’s still tough having him gone…