Every year we receive the most gorgeous Christmas cards and every year it pains me to take them down (or I don’t and they gradually grow forgotten on the side of the fridge, receiving only fleeting recognition). This year, I wanted to intentionally cherish and look at lovely photos of our family and friends throughout the…
Every month, Modern Mrs. Darcy hosts a Twitterature Link-up as, “a place to share short, casual reviews of books…” There are always plenty of awesome recommendations and reviews, so if you’re looking for suggestions, head on over and hop around! Oddly enough, this month I am committed to reading 30 minutes before bed as part of my Change 3 Challenge, and…
As you know, I am teaming up with Adventures in Mindful Cooking and taking the Change 3 Challenge (if you’re a blogger taking the challenge click on through to link-up your update)! Also, its not too late for anyone to join in; just assess some changes you’d like to make, and challenge yourself little by little to…
Our second Home Study, was on Tuesday, June 11th. We spent the few weeks before preparing the house. There were seemingly endless projects that I’ve wanted to do for forever, but thankfully this lit a fire under the ‘ol toosh to actually get them done. In reality, it was way more for our benefit than…
After learning more about the incredible benefits of traditional food fermentation and especially the benefits of the healthy probiotics found in yogurt, I am totally convinced that yogurt is an absolute must in my kitchen for the health of my family. I am NOT talking about dyed, naturally or artificially sweetened and flavored yogurt; I am talking about…
Quinoa (“KEEN-wah”) is definitely a current food world buzz word. Now, most people have heard of it, know it is good for them, and are interested in trying it, but don’t really know how to use it. For those who aren’t familiar, a little history and nutritional information: Source: recipeslife.blogspot.com via Sara on Pinterest A recently rediscovered…
For as the soil makes the sprout come up and a garden causes seeds to grow, so the Sovereign LORD will make righteousness and praise spring up before all nations. – Isaiah 61:11 Over the last couple of weeks, Andy (and Max) have worked remarkably hard to prepare our HUGE garden plot. Last year, we…
I have had this recipe waiting in the wings for a while now; ironically, not only did I take a minute to make it this afternoon (along with a batch of Homemade Grahahm Crackers), but upon checking my voicemail had received a request for it as well! So, that’s that. Today is the Day! I cannot express…
We had a few pretty challenging days last week. This week went much more smoothly and parenting was entirely more enjoyable, but I came across a few excellent posts with which I resonated and thought were definitely worth passing on. Each one shares great insight on life as mom and intentionality. Enjoy! How to Be…
As I have been on the look out for Real Food SNACK recipes, my lovely (real life) friend, Laura, sent me this awesome recipe and I tried it immediately. This is the ingredient list of Honey Maid Honey Grahams: UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE {VITAMIN B1}, RIBOFLAVIN {VITAMIN B2}, FOLIC ACID), GRAHAM…
