I am one of those people that actually likes spending lots of time in the kitchen. Even so, it is still nice to have some quick and easy dinner recipes to fall back on, especially on hot summer days. And this is one of our favorites! These nachos take no time at all to throw …
Backyard Medicinal Plants: Do You Have Herbal Remedies Right Under Your Nose?
Written by Kate Tietje, Contributing Writer Last summer, my husband spent a few hours cleaning up our yard. We had a lot of vines growing everywhere, some of which were poison ivy. We were worried the kids would get into it, so he took care of it. Unfortunately, he’s very sensitive to it, and despite …
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An Easy Two-Week Meal Plan for the Pregnant Mom
Meal planning is hard enough, but when you’re pregnant it can feel impossible. This post has 14 recipes RIGHT HERE, along with 28 other ideas. So it’s enough for two full weeks of eating, 3 meals a day…or 42 meals, however you eat them. 🙂
Food Choices Are Not a Moral Issue
Written by Mandi Ehman, Guest Writer Even the staunchest real-food advocates among us have probably experienced it at one time or another…the glare – virtual or in person – of someone who disagrees with an “inferior” choice we’re making. The current food culture in our country – as so many of us push back against …
Blueberry Maple Coconut Dairy-Free Ice Cream
Summer wouldn’t truly be summer without homemade ice cream. This dairy-free recipe is delicious for those who eat dairy AND for those who don’t. We all love it! Here’s an excerpt from my post today over at Simple Homemade: This recipe came about when we were first learning to eat dairy-free for the sake of two of …
Canning: Not What You Think!
Written by Anne S, Guest Writer In the “old days”, canning was just part of the household routine, a useful way to preserve the bounty of the growing season for the cold dark days of winter. Mothers passed down the skills of canning to their daughters in the same way they passed down all the …
Even Home Organization Has Limits
I read Lorilee’s book 3-2-1 Stop this spring. It really resonated with some things that have been stirring in my own heart and mind, and I asked her to share more about her journey with you… Written by Lorilee Lippincott, Guest Writer I was always good at organizing. I had never been accused of being …
From Cube to Farm: Surviving and Thriving as a Stay-at-Home Mom
Guest post written by Heather Bryant Once upon a time I used to wear a suit to work. Each morning I would plod through a labyrinth of cubicles to my lowly station where I would sit for hours on end with a headset on. From time to time I was required to leave my little …
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7 Fun Seasonal Snacks
Written by Kate Tietje, Contributing Writer This is a pretty awesome time of year. At the end of July, almost everything is in season! Yes, strawberries and greens and a few other “early” things are gone, but there is such an abundance of other produce now. And maybe you have some strawberries frozen from when …
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
My family doesn’t eat fancy lunches. I usually send leftovers with my husband to work, and my girls and I eat mostly snack-like plates. It’s just easier than stopping halfway through the day and preparing an entire meal. However, there are days I get a craving for a little more–but I still don’t want to …
Homemade Lemon Citrus Produce Wash {Natural, Fast, & Easy}
It’s berry picking season and that means strawberry shortcakes, blueberry banana smoothies and berry jams & crisps but if you are like me, you make sure your fruits (and your veggies) get washed before you ever eat or make anything with them. Did you know that simply rinsing them under water does not get all of the contaminants like pesticides, bacteria or …
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HealthIER Camping Food: 7 Tips for Taking Real Food With You
Written by Stacy Myers, Guest Writer I’ve been camping since I was 8 years old. At my request, my parents decided to try it once – and they ended up LOVING it. We’ve been every year since then. My first child, Annie, went on her first camping trip at 2 months old. We started out …
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The Well-Planned Breakfast
Written by Courtney, Contributing Writer Breakfast time is often rushed and chaotic in many households today. What used to be a nourishing meal to start the day off right has now become a fast-paced meal on the run. How did we get to this point and how can we go back to tradition? How Mr. …
If Motherhood Isn’t a Competitive Sport, Then Why Do We Beat Ourselves Up?
Guest Post written by Kresha Most days, life is overflowing. Overflowing with goodness, overflowing with activities, overflowing with… well, life. Some days that’s wonderful, but most days I end the day with more than a bit of discontent and guilt gnawing at my heart. This isn’t the type of guilt that comes from true wrongdoing. …
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How to Treat Bug Bites Naturally
; Written by Stacy K, Contributing Writer Summer is a time for fun and sunshine. Unfortunately, this wonderful season often includes bites and stings from various bugs and insects. Today I’d like to share a few home remedies to help you treat bug bites naturally: Prevention The easiest way to deal with bug bites is …
Chicken Enchiladas and Salad in Thirty Minutes Flat
Written by Natalie Klejwa, Contributing Writer I looked at the clock in horror. How could it be 4:30 already? My husband would be coming home soon, and I had to feed him and eight kids at 5:00. What to do? Thank goodness I write for Keeper of the Home. Knowing I had this “Thirty Minute …
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Beat the “I’m Bored” Blues: A Summer Book List for Young Readers
What mom hasn’t heard, “I’m bored… what is there to do?” on long, hot summer days? Sending my kids to crash on a couch, in the shade of a tree, or out to the backyard fort with a good book in hand is one of my top summer fun suggestions whenever I hear those words. …
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