If you want a more natural and non toxic dishwasher soap option you need to investigate better brands or make your own. Plus you never know when you will run out and need to make some yourself on the fly. No one likes to have to run out to the store before they can hit the wash button on their dishwasher! DIY Dishwasher Liquid Soap Recipe 1/2 C liquid castile soap *do NOT use regular liquid soap!* 1/2 C water 1 t fresh lemon juice 3 drops tea tree oil or Thieves 1/2 C white vinegar Combine the … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2016
Products That Make Mothering a Newborn Easier
Becoming a mother is the most miraculous feeling a human being can experience. During pregnancy and delivery your body is put through the ringer, but the second you hold your newborn baby, it’s all worth it. I’m not going to lie. Being a mom is no easy job, especially if it’s your first time having a child. Luckily, there are a lot of products that have made motherhood a whole easier. Here’s a look at some of my favorites: Products for Building an Essential Breastfeeding Kit In recent … [Read more...]
Frugal Friday – Always Check Your Bills
Happy frugal friday all! My frugal wins for the week include: I guess this same item is a fail and a win. For the first time in seven months I actually LOOKED at my Internet bill. I was being charged for equipment insurance and a monthly magazine outlining their cable offerings. Called and got those removed, saving $9.00 a month. The fail part is because it took me too long to catch that! Scored a brand new, with tags pair of $60 shoes at the thrift store. Paid only $15 and now I can … [Read more...]
Reasons to Fall for Essential Oils on Valentines Day
Valentine's Day is that special time when you try and lure your true love. Or perhaps you show appreciation for the true love you have already found. Either way sweet smelling aromas have been used to lure and entice throughout history. Not only are they appealing they can also create euphoric feelings when inhaled or applied topically to the skin. Scents can be powerful. The most commonly known and used aphrodisiac essential oils are: jasmine, neroli, rose, ylang ylang, and sandalwood. Oils … [Read more...]
20 Herbs to Grow For Medicinal Home Remedies
As you make your garden plan for spring and you order seeds from catalogs take a moment to think about plants you can grow for their medicinal properties. There are plenty of safe and effective herbs you can grow and use in homemade remedies for everything from first aid uses to illness. Learning about herbs and all their uses is actually quite fun. It is a perfect way to pass time during the dreary, cold winter months. Make a plan now to come to know the following herbs and plant a few. Then … [Read more...]
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