As the gatekeeper of our home, I am always mindful of the products we use, and I like to make sure that they are safe and kind to all. When it comes to laundry, finding products that pass the test can be challenging, so I make a super simple, clean, and dreamy scent booster. Perhaps …READ MORE
Savor Your Saturday
There is No Break in Spring Break
It’s that magical time of year when the weather starts warming up, we start planning summer vacations and looking forward to longer, slower days, and it all starts with Spring Break. Spring Break is always a welcome respite as our kids grow weary of school and we grow weary of taking them. I always look …READ MORE
Nutrient Rich Banana Bread – Recipe
Just in time for Lent, I doctored up my favorite banana bread recipe. Wheat germ is a good source of magnesium, folate, potassium, phosphorus, thiamin, zinc, and vitamin E. Flaxseed is high in fiber, Omega-3, lignans, and protein. Chia seeds are also a good source of fiber, Omega-3, and protein. All of these are also …READ MORE
A Sweet Friendship Refreshes the Soul
This week, I had the privilege of going out with some dear friends to celebrate a couple of birthdays in our group. When I am with these women, I am always left feeling fed, and grateful, and restored. We have all been friends for many years, and a book club is what brought us all …READ MORE
St. Valentine Oil Infused Honey
This makes a great St. Valentine’s DIY to gift to someone you love. Essential oil infused honey elevates a cup of tea. It is hard to pick my favorite, but I really enjoy using cinnamon, lemon, lavender, or orange. There is something warm and inviting about these flavors mixed with honey. Put a spoonful in …READ MORE
Saturday Recipe: Meatball Subs
Sometimes our family just wants a break from the ordinary, especially when the days seem chilly or overcast. Serving up a delicious pile of meatball subs seems just the right answer for my hungry crowd. It seems fun and better than a restaurant to them, especially if we add coleslaw and a few different kinds …READ MORE