Oil Pulling is crazy popular in the blogger world, but my real life friends don’t seem to have a clue what I’m talking about. There are literally hundreds, (maybe thousands?) of posts on it all around the internet. You can do a search if you want more details. I’ll give you the basics from my ...
Archives for June 2014
Slowing Down, Seeing More
It started early last week. I told God I felt like I was drowning in my tasks and I couldn't take anymore. Life wasn't enjoyable in that moment. My calendar was full and my to-do list was far too long. I told him things needed to slow down. I was in pain, too busy, and needed a break. Then I ...
Homemade Peanut Butter
We stopped in for a visit with my dad (AKA Grandpa) over the weekend. He sent us home with two baggies of peanuts. One for the kids, one for their daddy. Well the kids and daddy put theirs together and here is what they made! By the way, I am loving my $30 food processor from Amazon. Thank you ...
Self Care: No Fair!
“Life isn’t fair” I bet you can’t count how many times you’ve heard that before! When our second child was a toddler I set the rules that my children were NOT allowed to say “NO FAIR!”. It’s still a rule in this house today. It drives me bonkers to hear other kids say this too. Call me crazy ...
BEAUTY: DIY Lip Gloss
Here is a quick how-to on making your own lip gloss. We used: Coconut oil Younique pigments You can also start with a chapstick base & add pigments. The coconut oil makes a great alternative to store bought glosses full of chemicals. Fun gift idea! ...
In The Kitchen: Homemade Hummus
Twice last week I ate meals with friends who brought hummus to share. Mmm-mm-mmm. Good food & good friends. MY Fav. I had made hummus a few years ago, then I kind of forgot about it. It isn't too expensive to buy, but I enjoy making things myself. When I'm able. But more honestly, when I ...
In The Kitchen: Living Salad Bowl
Having a living salad bowl on my deck is just about my favorite thing right now. It makes lunch time so easy! It's also a great way to add simple veggies to dinner. My biggest high comes from seeing my picky eater snacking on it while he plays outside. In each pot I planted: Green leaf ...