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Continue reading →: Dandelion MoisturizerSo why do I choose to incorporate dandelions as well as tallow and coconut oil in my skincare? Well, believe it or not, dandelions have wonderful benefits for the skin. When applied to the skin, the extract of the dandelion acts as an antibacterial, germicide and anti-fungal ingredient. Dandelions help…
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Continue reading →: Dark Chocolate Frosted Donuts {GF, Paleo, Nut Free}I love a good donut. I also love dark chocolate and crave it from time to time. So I thought, why not combine the two and make some delicious dark chocolate donuts to satisfy my cravings and please all the other people in my house who love baked goods. It’s…
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Continue reading →: Backyard TransformationWhen we moved into our home, when it came to the yard, we had a clean slate …meaning, zero landscaping was done. And when I mean zero, I mean nada, zilch, zip… Nothing but weeds and a couple native trees that weren’t bulldozed, but that’s about it. First things first,…
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Continue reading →: Hügelkultur Garden BedsSay what? Hügelkultur (HOO-gul-kul-tur or hoogle-culture) put simply, is a permaculture method of filling or making garden beds by layering logs, branches, leaves, and other organic plant debris with compost and soil. In German, hügelkultur literally means “hill culture,” and traditionally, gardens we’re created in mounds. It is a centuries-old,…
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Continue reading →: Garden Water RetentionIf you live in an area that gets to triple digits, you know keeping your garden soil from drying out can be an issue. I’ve found Terra Cotta spikes and recycling glass bottles to be great helpers in the garden, helping the soil retain moisture on super bright, sunny days.…
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Continue reading →: Unit StudiesWhen we started homeschooling more than a decade ago, I focused much of our curriculum and learning based off of unit studies. I’ve mentioned this in previous posts, my kids thrive on hands-on activities as well as experiences. With that, I would try to base each unit around what we…
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Continue reading →: 10 Things to do Instead of Watching TVDuring the Summer months it can be tempting to just plop of the sofa with some snacks and waste the day away with mindless entertainment streaming for hours on end. Don’t get me wrong, it’s nice to sit down, relax and watch a movie or two or binge an entire…
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Continue reading →: Low Cost Family Fun in Central TexasLooking to make memories as a family without going into debt? Well, you’ve made it to the right place, then. I’ve always tried to keep budget conscious when it comes to travel and activities, but don’t want to scrimp on the fun opportunities. Here are some places throughout Central Texas…
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Continue reading →: A Collected HomeI’m a huge proponent of making a house a home, in furniture, decor, colors, textiles, etc. Yes, I do love a good furniture store mock-up or display, for a bit of inspiration, but most of the time those aren’t very realistic. Homes are to be lived in, not curated boxes…
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Continue reading →: Blueberries and Cream Crumble PieSome of my family members love blueberry pie, then there’s some of us who love creamy custard pies. We can all agree on a love for crumble. So, to combine them all and make everyone happy, here we are with this deliciously sweet + tart, creamy pie with a lovely…
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