A few years ago we found ourselves in a financial crisis (job loss) that necessitated a Zero Budget Christmas. The financial crisis gave us an …
Thanksgiving – 5 Kernels Of Corn
Family traditions are a big deal to me. They are a great comfort in an ever-changing world, a beautiful chance to slow things down just …
Gluten Free Mississippi Mud Pie
This is a go-to recipe for finger-licking good! Recently, I had family over and there were two food dishes that the platters were licked clean. …
My Formula For European Farmhouse Charm
I am fortunate to live in a 1903 farmhouse on the edge of town in the Midwest. I became enraptured with country life through the …
3 Things That Helped My Seasonal Affective Disorder
Around October of every year, the dread of Winter starts to creep up on me. Not because I dislike snow but because my Seasonal Affective …
3 Family Routines That Restore Calm
OK, let’s talk about the sometimes crazy moments of motherhood where things explode into chaos. As a mom of six, I have been in that …
A Penny Saved Is A Penny Earned
The quote “A Penny Saved Is A Penny Earned” by American founder Benjamin Franklin is still as wise as it was in the 1700s. Today, …
Gluten Free French Cauliflower Soup
This recipe for Gluten-Free French Cauliflower Soup is one of my favorites to make in the summer with fresh cauliflower from the garden! You can …
