Need simple meal planning tips for the holidays? The last six weeks of the year should be simple, quick, frugal and super easy in the kitchen. By contributing writer, Victoria The holiday season is officially upon us. Thanksgiving is coming up only to be followed by the busy Christmas season. While this time of year …
Simple DIY Hand Sanitizer for When You’re Out and About
I’m not a germaphobe. I think dirt is good, and I like to keep beneficial bacteria around. I believe these things strengthen the immune system, which is especially helpful as we come upon cold and flu season yet again. Needless to say, I’m not running around wiping everything clean 24/7, rubbing hand sanitizer on my …
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Baked Chicken Pasta: Super Easy Freezer Meals
By contributing writer, Victoria As we head into fall and the days become super busy, it’s always a good thing to have the freezer loaded with some pre-made meals, or meal starters, to make dinner time prep quick and easy. When I became a mom, my freezer became my best friend! I’m a big fan …
Menu Plan Monday – September 22nd
This is our last week at home before we leave on our month long road trip! I can’t believe it’s almost time to load up the whole family for a trek around our home country! I’ll share more about our upcoming trip soon, but for now, here is our menu plan for the week. If …
Crockpot Ginger-Sweet Potato Chicken
This post is by contributing writer, Jane. When my husband and I were still dating, we made a fun discovery: we both loved sweet potatoes! I mean, really loved them. We’d munch on sweet potato chips between classes, order sweet potato pancakes at Denny’s, and make sweet potato casserole just for fun. I still squeal a bit …
Menu Plan Monday – September 15th
Posting my menu plans here for all the world to see has truly been such a help in keeping me faithful to menu planning. I ride such a roller coaster when it comes to meal planning, but it’s without a doubt one of the best things I do for my family. Our days go so …
Menu Plan Monday – September 8th
I do not like not having a menu plan. When life is chaotic, unpredictable, and full, the last thing I want to think about on the fly is dinner. Last week, I failed to make a menu plan and when things got crazy, ordering carry-out was my go to. Accept grace. Move on. This week …
A Garden Update {August 2014}
This month of gardening flew by! I didn’t get to spend the amount of time I’ve been getting to spend in my garden due to the massive amounts of rain this month. Of course, I’m not complaining that I’ve not had to water the garden everyday, but I do miss just being outside with the …
Edible Landscaping: A Great Alternative to Traditional Landscaping
Just because I don’t live on a farm doesn’t mean I can’t live my own dreams, in my own away, with my own giftings. A couple of years ago we had the opportunity to buy our first home. When we moved in there were no trees and very few plants in the ground when we …
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How We Did the Whole 30 Challenge with Kids {plus this week’s menu plan}
Are you wanting to do the Whole 30 challenge or just change your child’s diet from sugar and processed foods to more fresh fruits and vegetables? Are you worried it will be a battle? Try these tips we discovered during our Whole 30 challenge for getting our three year old on board. We are currently …
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Menu Plan Monday – August 11th {Whole 30 Edition}
Last week, I shared my first menu plan, and I was so glad to hear that it was helpful to so many of you! We are currently on Day 15 of the Whole 30 Challenge. This week puts into the back half of the challenge! A Whole 30 Update Briefly, my experience with the Whole …
Menu Plan Monday – August 4th {Whole 30 Edition}
Last week, I asked in my weekly newsletter if anyone would be interested in me sharing our weekly menu plan. I was blown away by how many emails flooded my inbox with a resounding, “YES!” Now I know if I ever just need to fill up my inbox to just ask about menu planning! I …