It’s that time of year (already!) for the return of those pesky mosquitoes. I’m a born and raised Texas gal and after 30+ years I still can’t stand the little pests. Just when you’re ready to spend all day outside watching the kids play/basking in the sun/eating BBQ, that’s when they make their vicious attack. Those things drive … Continue reading
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Fermented Cod Liver Oil Gummies
Have you ever heard of Fermented Cod Liver Oil (FCLO) and why it’s good for you? If not, check out a few posts here and here to see what they say about it. It’s basically known as a superfood and a good source of Vitamin A and D. FCLO is talked about a lot in … Continue reading
How Does Your Garden Grow?
As spring is in full effect, and with summer not long behind, I’m sure you’ve seen several people post pictures of their vegetable gardens and/or landscaping that has ensued. We got on the bandwagon as well and I was determined not to miss that opportunity once again. You may recall last year that I talked about … Continue reading
Make It Yourself: All Natural Homemade Toothpaste
Are you tired of the crap (fluoride) and chemicals (SLS) in your toothpaste and want to make your own? In my ongoing attempt to make things myself, I’ve been searching for a good recipe for cleaning our teeth. I tried a recipe over a year ago but kept getting canker sores, so I ditched it. Upon my … Continue reading
Earth Day 2013: Making A Rain Barrel
Did anyone else so something to celebrate this past Earth Day? I knew Earth Day was coming and thought it would be fun to get baby girl outside to do something with Mother Nature, but alas it slipped my mind. That was until my friend (from our celiac group) called to ask if I was … Continue reading
Young House Love Times Three
First, let me say thanks for letting me vent last week. I got some nice feedback from my last post and am glad to know I’m not alone. Second, let’s talk about stalking Young House Love (YHL)! I mentioned here that I’m an avid follower of theirs, and was super stoked to learn they were coming to three … Continue reading
Gardening: How To Ripen Green Tomatoes
It’s not rocket science, but I was on the hunt to ripen my green tomatoes (besides the thought of frying or grilling them). While searching, I came across this site showing you ‘How to Ripen Green Tomatoes.’ Maybe you were like me and finally got tomatoes after all your had work and persistence…in the fall. The guy at … Continue reading
YHL Does Dallas (& Houston & Austin)
Be still, my beating heart. Young House Love (YHL) is coming to Dallas and I couldn’t be more stoked about it!!!!! If you’ve never heard of them, they’re totally famous DIY bloggers who get 5 million hits a month! They are a quirky couple, living in Richmond, with their daughter, Clara, and dog, Burger. Sherry and John … Continue reading
Gettin’ Crafty With Pinterest
Happy 4th of July everyone! I am making a few ahem non-paleo goodies for the holiday that I plan to share tomorrow, so stay tuned. This post, however, is all about my lack of craftiness. One of my 30 Pinterest boards is called Gettin’ Crafty so I thought it fitting to title a post with it. Let me start off … Continue reading
Gardening: Grow Your Own Garden
It’s that time of year when everyone seems to be out in the front yard sprucing up their landscaping, getting their gardens started, and enjoying this gorgeous weather. I, too, have jumped on board and finally got my smidge of a garden going. Now I know I’m late on getting everything planted this year but our … Continue reading