Archive | July, 2009

Potty Time!

by on Jul 31, 2009 in news & giveaways

We are potty training at our house, thus I have been a little occupied. Karis is actually doing very well. I love the nice weather to allow her to run around naked. Now that you know a little too much of the events at our home…Stay tuned for another fun giveaway!

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The Creative Family: Encouraging Simplicity & Creativity in Your Home

by on Jul 29, 2009 in building the family, frugal & simple

I have been delighted to stumble upon The Creative Family: How to Encourage Imagination and Nuture Family Connections by Amanda Blake Soule recently. What a fun read it has been. I have been inspired by this author’s creativity and desire to build family relationships through simple enjoyment of nature. Although not written from a Christian [...]

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No-Cook Freezer Jam: Naturally Sweetened

by on Jul 28, 2009 in natural & green, recipes & kitchen tips

I love preserving my own foods for the upcoming year and jam is a favorite! It is practically impossible to find good jam/jellies on the market that are made without sugar or HFCS, so homemade varieties are the best alternative. Plus, it is superior in flavor and nutrition. In the past I have made canned [...]

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Frugal & Natural Pest Control: Fruit Flies & Ants Be Gone!

by on Jul 24, 2009 in frugal & simple, natural & green

We have been attacked by an abundance of fruit flies lately in my kitchen. AHH! Don’t you love those little flying insects that seem to find every bit of food in your kitchen and around your trash can? Here is our simple, frugal, and effective solution! Fruit Fly Trap 1 quart jar 1 piece of [...]

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Increasing Milk Supply: Homemade Mother’s Milk Tea

by on Jul 22, 2009 in bellies & babies

I have personally struggled with keeping up a healthy and rich milk production for my babies. I have battled with discouragement and failure when not able to satisfy my child’s need. The Lord has done a good work in my heart, calling me to trust Him that He will provide my child with the nourishment [...]

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The Best Housecleaning Tip

by on Jul 21, 2009 in frugal & simple, making a home

I read this comment today by a mother named Julia and thought she said it so well: “Having alot of things–whether it’s furniture or knick-knacks or things you think you might need but never end up using–can make [home maintenaince] an overwhelming, or seemingly overwhelming, task. Clutter or crowded spaces can make even a clean [...]

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Blogging Break

by on Jul 13, 2009 in news & giveaways

We will be out of town for the greater part of this week, so I am using this oportunity to take a blogging break! We’ll see you here next week for more recipes, tips and encouragement! I will leave you with this lovely quote… “Homemaking is an art, and you have the privilege of expressing [...]

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Tips for Maintaining a Simple Peaceful Home

by on Jul 10, 2009 in frugal & simple, making a home

Home, the spot of earth supremely blest, A dearer, sweeter spot than all the rest. Robert Montgomery I’m curious to know what a day’s schedule is like for you. You really have such great priorities and I’m wondering how you fit everything in each day or week? Between taking care of your kids, husband, spending [...]

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Nutrimill Grain Grinder Review

by on Jul 08, 2009 in health & nutrition, recipes & kitchen tips

Question: What kind of grain grinder do you use? I have been using a Nutrimill for several years now and love this machine! PRO’s: It has a very trim design and is not huge and awkward making it easy to store on my kitchen counter tucked in the corner for easy access. It produces fresh [...]

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Quinoa: Creamy Quinoa Porridge & Other Recipes

by on Jul 07, 2009 in recipes & kitchen tips

Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is a member of the goosefoot family and is grown in the altiplano of the Andes in Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru, and some in Chile and Argentina. It has historically been the staple food of the Andes. Quinoa is a cute, light, curly grain that cooks up in approximately 20-25 minutes. It [...]

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