It’s so easy to make your own potpourri, and it’s such a fun and inexpensive gift. Make up a small batch of this orange spice holiday potpourri and keep it in your kitchen to simmer any time you want a fresh, festive scent in your home. Or make a big batch to make several small …
When Less Really is More
Last week, we turned our house upside down. Almost literally. In a matter of one morning, we uprooted everything in our family room (which housed all of our children’s toys, DVDs, some books and random other things), our entire downstairs storage (boxes upon boxes, whose contents we had long forgotten), and our “messy” room (an …
11 Ways to Celebrate Christ this Christmas
As 2011 comes to an end, we’re sharing helpful lists to help you save money, stay healthy, get organized, creatively repurpose, frugally gift-give, intentionally celebrate and more in our “11 Things for 2011” series throughout these holiday months. Written by Erin Odom, Contributing Writer As followers of Jesus, keeping Christ as the center of my family’s …
Happy Thanksgiving
I’m rereading Ann Voskamp’s One Thousand Gifts and I am reminded of how true this is. Gratitude really does change everything, most of all our hearts and our attitudes, regardless of our circumstances. I know that you will all be celebrating Thanksgiving tomorrow with your sweet families and friends. Blessings on your day and your celebration! As …
O Worship the King: Evaluating Our Christmas Traditions
Written by Beth Corcoran, Contributing Writer It is finally Christmas time again! Oh how I love this time of year! I love the sights and smells and the time with family. I love how people seem more neighborly at Christmas, and I love to see how my little ones’ eyes light up when they see …
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9 Toxins to Remove from your Life
With my husband being a doctor, I have learned and am constantly learning new information about things in our everyday life that are dangerous to our health and are making our bodies toxic. Although you might not know it, there are environmental, household, food and life factors that play a role in how toxic you are. From the moment of …
For Cloth Diaper Lovers: Win $75 to Spend at Sweet Little Blessings!
Giveaway has now ended. I know that this is going to be a very popular giveaway, and there’s no question why! Cloth diapering is obviously important among my readers (as it is to me), and you love having the opportunity to win cloth diaper products and find new places to shop. What makes cloth diapering …
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Recipes and Ideas for Gluten Free Holiday Entertaining
With the holidays approaching fast, many of our minds are turning to the inevitable Christmas party. Entertaining on a budget is challenging. Entertaining GLUTEN FREE on a budget: Even more challenging. But, not impossible. Here are some ideas to help you keep it simple and yet delicious, whether for yourself, or a guest with a …
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11 Simple Meals for Busy Nights
; As 2011 comes to an end, we’re sharing helpful lists to help you save money, stay healthy, get organized, creatively repurpose, frugally gift-give, intentionally celebrate and more in our “11 Things for 2011” series throughout these holiday months. Written by Kate Tietje, Contributing Writer It’s already mid-November. Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and after that …
I’m a Mess, You’re a Mess, We’re All Just Lovely Messes
Outside the window, leaves of crimson and burnt orange shiver on the trees, and every once in a while, a cluster of them swirl to the ground as a gust of wind blows urgent. The seasons have shifted and I find that as the weather turns chilly and the sun hides its face and the …
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Seven Strategies for Having More Productive Days
; Written by Natalie Klejwa, Contributing Writer Ever wake up in the morning overwhelmed with all that needs to get done that day? You want to pull those covers over your head and pretend those loads of laundry, that dirty kitchen, and those hungry children aren’t waiting for you. I’ve been there too many times …
Treating First Aid Situations Naturally
I have used my NaturoKit natural first aid kit more than 5 times in the past two weeks. I usually think of first aid kits as getting more use during the outdoor, summer months, but our family is rapidly disproving that theory. What did I need it for? An upset stomach due to travelling and …
Homemade Herbal Vapor Rub to Relieve Coughs and Congestion
Seeing our children suffer from a cough is no fun at all. However, coughs have their place in healing and should usually not be suppressed. If we prevent a cough from doing its part in recovery, we can set our child up for a much more serious illness. What starts out as a simple cold could …
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Plan It- Don’t Panic: Last Week of the Meal Planning Challenge
We’re on week 6 of the meal planning challenge (well, 7 for some of us). So many of you have participated so faithfully and consistently, and I have loved doing this alongside of you! It has challenged and spurred me on to get back on track with my planning. This may be the last week …
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11 Herbs and Spices for the Holidays
As the year comes to an end, we’re sharing helpful lists to help you save money, stay healthy, get organized, creatively repurpose, frugally gift-give, intentionally celebrate and more in our seasonal updates throughout these holiday months. We are excited to share our favorite herbs and spices for the holidays. Written by Stacy K, Contributing Writer …
11 Ways to Use Stale Bread
As 2011 comes to an end, we’re sharing helpful lists to help you save money, stay healthy, get organized, creatively repurpose, frugally gift-give, intentionally celebrate and more in our “11 Things for 2011” series throughout these holiday months. If there is one thing that I truly disdain, it’s waste in my kitchen. I firmly believe …
Oh-So-Many Giveaway Winners (Are You One of Them?) and That Lovely Place Called Pinterest
I am a little behind on giveaway winner announcements, so here we go with the winners from 4 (yes, four) giveaways… The winner of the $100 at TriLight Health to spend on high-quality liquid herbal supplements and remedies is: Trezlen ([email protected]) The winner of the GNOWFGLINS Lacto-Fermentation eCourse is: [email protected] The winners of the 3-pack of …
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Pumpkin Pie Casserole: An Autumn Comfort Food
I love everything about autumn. The cool crisp air, the breathtaking colors of the leaves, the outdoor bonfires, and all the extra snuggling opportunities that ensue are some of my favorite things about the season. However, the thing that I look forward to the most during this time of year is all of the wonderful, …