New to homesteading, and trying to figure out what vehicle you should buy? Here are some important things to consider when choosing a homestead vehicle. Choosing A Homestead Vehicle That Will Last Americans keep their cars for an ... Read More...
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DIY Mother’s Day Gifts & Giveaway
Fun DIY Mother's Day gifts for kids and adults to make, plus a giveaway! Can you believe Mother's Day is almost here? It's just over 2 weeks until Mother's Day! With all the craziness going on, and everything in my life ... Read More...
Slow Cooker Teriyaki Beef
Let dinner make itself tonight, with this flavorful Slow Cooker Teriyaki Beef, made in the CrockPot. I use my CrockPot for dinner on a regular basis. There's nothing better than a hands-off dinner that cooks itself. This Slow ... Read More...
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Why My Family Left Classical Conversations
Find out why my family left Classical Conversations, including the problems we experienced with the curriculum, expectations, and corporate. Before I get in to why my family left Classical Conversations, I’d like to start from the beginning, with why we joined in the first place. If you aren’t aware of Classical Conversations (which I’ll refer […]
DIY Recycled Shrinky Dinks
Make your own DIY Recycled Shrinky Dinks from garbage! There’s a reason this post is one of our top posts of all time! Making your own DIY Recycled Shrinky Dinks is so much fun, and it costs almost nothing! I’m going to show my age with this post. I remember when I was in middle […]
Pepper and Soap Experiment for Kids
Today, Miss Magoo is going to show you how to do a pepper and soap experiment! It’s a simple, cheap experiment that demonstrates how surface tension works. I love how simple this experiment is. It doesn’t require any prep time for the parent. If you’re wanting to conduct this as a real experiment and not […]
Recipes You’ll Love:
4 Ingredient Crusty Bread
Crusty Bread, like you'd find in Europe, doesn't have to be difficult. In fact, with just 4 ingredients, it's one of the easiest yeast breads to try. The perfect recipe if you've been wanting to make your own bread-- get it started with ... Read More...
Strawberry Scones
Strawberry Scones make a great spring breakfast or treat. They've got delicious, fresh strawberries throughout, and they're drizzled with strawberry glaze. I love scones. They're the perfect recipe if you're looking for simple but ... Read More...
Rhubarb Scones
Soft and fluffy scones packed full of fresh rhubarb. These Rhubarb Scones are the perfect spring treat! If you've never had homemade scones before, they're a delicious treat! Making scones is very similar to making biscuits. ... Read More...
Homeschooling & Kids
Fruit Loops Rainbows for St. Patrick’s Day
It's always fun to do hands on crafts to celebrate holidays. It's even more fun if those crafts are ones you can eat while you make them. I'm pretty sure that's why Fruit Loops Rainbows are always a big hit with my kids. I give the ... Read More...
Homeschool Scripture Memorization
Why we practice homeschool scripture memorization, as well as scripture selections we've memorized this school year. When we decided to leave Classical Conversations (find more out about why my family left Classical Conversations), I ... Read More...
Recycled Shrinky Dink Ornaments
Making shrinky dinks is always a fun experiment! And these Recycled Shrinky Dink Ornaments are such a cute way to give a piece of your child's art as a gift! Shrinky Dink ornaments are a great low budget present. They cost almost ... Read More...
Home & Garden
Becoming Self-sufficient
Find out how you can become self-sufficient. Learn to provide for your own needs, and what skills are needed for a self-reliant life. One of the biggest goals of most modern homesteaders is to become self-sufficient. According to ... Read More...
A Well Stocked Pantry
The recent events going on world-wide might have you wondering what a well stocked pantry looks like, and how to get there. I am a firm believer in being prepared for emergencies, or even just the occasional rainy day. For most people, ... Read More...
Idaho Homesteads for Sale January
Find the perfect Idaho Homestead. Your dream to live a more independent life can become a reality! A variety of Idaho Homesteads for sale for under $250,000. Is one of your New Year's resolutions to become more independent? ... Read More...