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...
New on the Blog!
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...
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...
Most Popular Posts
Winter Fruit Salad
This Winter Fruit Salad is full of delicious, seasonal winter fruit. Eating fruit in the winter doesn’t have to be boring! Other than the lack of sunshine, one of my least favorite things about winter is the dismal produce section. When we had a brunch for our Bible study, recently, I really wanted to add […]
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 […]
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 […]
Recipes You’ll Love:
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...
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Delicious and creamy broccoli cheddar soup made with no processed cheese. Just tasty, real ingredients. The weather here in Idaho this winter has been all over the place. We've gotten dumped on with snow; this last week has been ... Read More...
Homeschooling & Kids
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...
Free: Christmas Tree Permits for 4th Graders
Find out how to get a Christmas Tree Permit for your 4th grader for free, whether they're in public, private, or homeschool! Welcome to the 5th annual 12 Days of Holiday Ideas event, hosted by Shirley of Intelligent Domestications ... Read More...
Home & Garden
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...
Homestead Happenings
New feature: Homestead Happenings, so you can get a feel for what homesteading is like in real life. I was talking to a friend the other day, and she encouraged me to share our homesteading journey more with you all. I started out ... Read More...
A Homestead Retirement
Getting close to retirement, and trying to decide what's next? Find out why you should consider a homestead retirement. The average retirement age in the U.S. is roughly 63 on average. Whether your retirement is years off yet or just around ... Read More...