There’s no denying it. Winter is (essentially) upon us. Along with the cold and the snow comes a diminishing of vital sunlight. We’ve been told repeatedly how damaging the sun’s rays are and as a result, either slather on sunblock or avoid it like vampires. But, we actually need sun exposure for our bodies to get adequate vitamin D since it is not found abundantly in foods. Many Americans are… Continue Reading
Homemade Toothpaste {Make it Myself Monday}
Coconut oil is such an amazing thing! Not only can you make delicious foods with it, but you can also use it for many personal care applications. It makes a terrific skin moisturizer, removes eye makeup, helps wounds heal with less scarring, and you can make your own homemade toothpaste. Why would you want to make homemade toothpaste? Besides saving money, you will reduce your exposure to ingredients that really… Continue Reading
Fun Homeschool Experiments: Exploring Taste
We’ve done a couple experiments with taste this year, and those are right up our alley since we love science AND food. This latest experiment was called Tongue Map (you can find the instructions here) and the results were interesting. We put salt water, sugar water, lemon juice and cocoa powder mixed with water (which is almost like trying to mix oil and water. For real.) in little cups and… Continue Reading
Homemade Mozzarella Cheese Sticks {Make it Myself Monday}(NOT THM)
Mozzarella sticks are one of those foods that are usually bought already prepared – either at a restaurant or in the freezer section at the grocery store. I’ve made them before with mixed results – the breading usually falls off and the cheese disintegrates and you’re left with a gloppy mess. Add in a gluten intolerance and you then resign yourself to never eating those crispy, deep fried cheesy… Continue Reading
A Clear Picture of Christmas
It’s been quiet on the blog in the last week or so. I’ve been busy with homemaking and homeschooling duties, but also have seemed to have contracted a terrible case of writer’s block. This week, I realized it’s because I need to write a post that I don’t want to write. So, I’m going to write it anyway and get it done… We’re not doing Christmas anymore. Or Easter. There,… Continue Reading
Homemade All Purpose Cleaner {Make it Myself Monday}
Thanksgiving is just a few days away! Are you ready? Surely one thing on your mile-long to-do list (if you’re hosting a family dinner) is making sure your house is clean and company ready. Simplify your cleaning tasks by using this homemade all purpose cleaner. It’s green, frugal, easy and effective – everything you need a cleaner to be! I make a gallon of homemade all purpose cleaner at a… Continue Reading
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