When I planted my spring garden this year, I had an idea. I decided that if I was going to go big on my garden, I should plant a little something to just enjoy, also.I have wanted to do it for several years, but I always seem to run out of steam or time before it comes time to … [Read more...] about Flowers… for me!
Frugality
Slime!
At our homeschool, we tend to stick to a traditional schedule. Meaning we have some time off in the summer, but we never really 'stop' having school. I don't like to go on long breaks with the kids, because a brain fog sets in sometimes.... and that's NO fun.Lately we have had … [Read more...] about Slime!
Pretty and Useful
My daughter came up with this brilliant idea all on her own. She is very creative and great at organizing. When I bought this box at a local flea market, I wasn't exactly sure how I would I would use it, but it was a great deal and I liked the wood.It has a cross section in the … [Read more...] about Pretty and Useful
Putting by: Spaghetti Sauce
I love the old term, putting by.Putting by the harvest, stocking up and preserving for another time.Yesterday I 'put by' the first of the spaghetti sauce for the year.I used up some of last years tomatoes in a new way.This is one way you can stretch your vegetables even … [Read more...] about Putting by: Spaghetti Sauce
This Moment: Our Clothesline
While making our lovely meal of lasagna, my eldest son, Eli took charge of the camera. I was especially pleased when looking through the viewfinder at some of his shots.He seems to have his Moma's eye. Looking for things to capture that celebrate our home.He took a couple shots … [Read more...] about This Moment: Our Clothesline
