Image by joyosity Ever wonder why fokelore has always included chicken soup as a remedy for the common cold? And why your Grandma’s tastes just so good (so much better than any canned or dry variety ever could)? The secret is in the broth. Rich, delicious, nourishing homemade soup stock. Why is chicken soup superior …
Q&A: Cloth diapering (even for the faint of heart)- Part 1
I’m assuming that you cloth diaper. I would love all the info that I could get as far as your favorite methods, and the products you use. The information out there is overwhelming. I am Mama to five wonderful girls and have another blessing on the way , due July 3. Shelly Seeing how many …
Are food allergies more common than we think?
Scheduling issues continued- what our are pitfalls?
Edit: For those who didn’t read the first post in this scheduling series, here is the link to it. Before I had babies, I was one of those people who never really stops. I had an incredibly full schedule all through high school and university, balancing a heavy course load with church meetings and extra …
Raising healthy eaters- What to feed baby
In my post last week, I discussed the importance of ensuring that your baby is truly ready, waiting longer than the typical age promoted by most doctors and books, and focusing on breastmilk as the foundation for baby’s nutrition. So now that you’ve determined that your sweet baby is ready to eat some solid foods, …
A quick comment, and my review of freezing Spud Special Soup and
It’s time for a Bloggy Giveaway!
Cloth or disposable- It applies to more than just diapers (this is a “girls only” topic)
I came across an interesting topic this morning that I thought I’d share with you, and I’d love to hear your feedback on this one! It all started while visiting a new blog, and stumbling upon this post. The subject of menstrual pads is not one that is commonly discussed on blogs (let alone in …
Menu Plan Monday- Jan. 28
I wanted to finish this last night, before bed (which was already past 10), but my wise husband told me to leave it and go to bed and do it in the morning. I was so tired all weekend (the result of a couple late nights and a baby that’s still getting me up), and …
Q&A: Struggling with a schedule
A little weekend link lovin ’
What does home and family-centered ministry look like?
This blog is officially under construction
Blogging with a purpose
From the Wedding to Wise Stewardship- A Frugality Story Continued
As many of you guessed in the first installment, From Innocence to Irresponsibility, this story has a happy ending. Allow me to continue it… ******* It was a humbling thing, to be engaged to a man who had no debt and actually saved up cash to make major purchases, while she was sitting nearly $30,000 …
Raising healthy eaters- Introducing solids to babies
The timing of this post is perfect for me, as my little guy, Caden, is just beginning to eat solids regularly. Recognizing that he is ready to have some solids incorporated into his daily feeding routine has pushed me to delve back into some of my nutrition books, to be reminded of and learn even …
The role of the family in ministering to those around us
A great source for affordable coconut oil (among other things)!
Papas Chorreadas (Creamy Potatoes) Recipe
With all of the extra food that I bought and made last week, between the deals on organic dairy and some extra seasonal produce that I bought, I decided not to go shopping this week, but instead work on using up everything that I have on hand. Every once in a while, I find this …
Apple Cinnamon Muffins
This recipe is different than your usual muffin recipe. As with all of the recipes I made this week, it requires soaking your grains overnight. The reason for doing this is that it breaks down the phytates in the grains, which makes them much more digestible and the nutrients much more readily absorbed. For more …
Spud Special Soup (The Ultimate in Comfort Food)
This is the soup recipe that I made during my marathon cooking this week- Ryan and I both adore it! Spud Special Soup (originally given to me by my pastor’s wife, when I first got married) 3 Tbsp butter 1 large onion 1/2 cup thinly slice carrot 1/2 cup diced celery 1 garlic clove (or …
The fruits of my labor
The Dirty Dozen- Making the most of the money you spend on organics
Have you ever wondered whether some fruits or vegetables are more important to buy organic than others? The simple answer is yes! Certain crops can be more difficult to grow, and when not using organic and natural methods, require the use of many more pesticides and sprays than other crops. So while it would be …