Okay, it is that time of year. Tax time! You may be thinking (or agonizing) about how you have to do your taxes or maybe you already have them done. Either way, if you are expecting a refund from the government then you have already started dreaming about what you will do with it. Same here. So…what to do with the moola? Well, big or small there are probably a few purchases that you can make that will be beneficial in the long run...helping you a new level of wellness. I understand the … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2015
6 Reasons to Freeze Your Food
A freezer is a homesteader's very good friend. It allows us to preserve our bounty, buy in bulk, make meals ahead of time, and keep a food stash for when times are tough. Many of us have love our freezer so much we have two or more of them. All that freezer space provides us with lots of possibilities! Here are six reasons why freezing your food is so awesome... 1. It saves us money. Freezing allows us to buy local foods, in season, at the peak of their ripeness/freshness when they are the … [Read more...]
Toxic Toothpaste for Children
Toxic toothpaste????! No, I am not talking about tainted toothpaste from China. I am talking about pretty much all children’s toothpaste you find at conventional grocery stores. It is nasty. You don't want to buy any of it. I forgot to buy my usual kids toothpaste awhile back and I go through the stuff like water with one child who likes to squirt it on mirrors, toilets, light switches….you name it. This is a problem because they won’t use my toothpaste…they say it is too hot for them … [Read more...]
Rose & Lavender Facial Cleanser & Toner Spray
Are you looking for a facial toner or facial spray that is soothing, hydrating, refreshing, and ever so gentle? Well, this may be the the recipe for you. It is all of the above and oh so good for your skin. The witch hazel and floral water cleanse the skin, the glycerin helps lock in moisture, and the aloe, lavender, and chamomile soothe and balance. Rose essential oil is amazing for the skin but it is also very expensive. A hydrosol is a floral water leftover from the steam distillation of … [Read more...]
Essential Oils for Pets
You have probably heard all about the benefits of using essential oils in your home by now. There are so many benefits for a healthy body, mind, and home. You may not have realized though that some of our four legged friends may also benefit from essential oils. Dogs and horses can both benefit from essential oils. Cats are usually considered to be more sensitive and their liver's do not break down substances in the same way so there is the potential for toxicity. Greater care needs to be taken … [Read more...]
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