As a greener and more natural parent I have always been on the lookout for sustainable, ethical, and safe toys. That quest continues as my children get older and has evolved now to be more about tech and gadgets. Yet surprise, surprise my 10 year old son recently developed a love for stuffed animals he never previously had. I think it is in large part do to some Youtube channels that revolve around storytelling with stuffed animals. Most of the Christmas gifts I got this year for this child … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2016
How to Keep Rabbits Cool in Summer
Really hot summer weather is not fun. We are lucky that we can go inside, crank the A/C, and relax even during the most severe heat waves. But what about homestead animals? The heat is tough on them too and they don't have the options that we do. When the summer heat kicks into gear there are a few tips and tricks you can use to keep your homestead rabbits cooler and more comfortable. I know there are some homesteaders who don't feel as though one should take any steps because they want to … [Read more...]
Can-It-Forward Day!
Today is Can It Forward Day when we celebrate the art of canning and preserving your own food! In past years, canning and preserving food was a way of life and necessary to survival. In today's modern society it is easier to go to your local grocery store and purchase canned goods and preserved foods. Americans in particular spend large amounts of money on ready-to-eat foods that can be prepared quickly and easily. Very often, the need for two incomes within a family leaves little time for … [Read more...]
Build A Blackout Survival Kit
Even if you are not into prepping or survivalism having a blackout kit is one of those things that just makes sense for any and every household. Just about everyone experiences blackouts or power outages. With climate change and all the crazy weather that has hit our country in the past few years I think a blackout kit is smart. Anyone can be adversely affected by an outage due to severe rain and flooding, a snow storm, or an ice storm. It is best to be prepared and to do that you need to think … [Read more...]
4 Easy Ways to Use Baby Oil
After a child is born, people tend to give gift after gift after gift, maybe without realizing quite what it is the gifts do. Baby oil is an often bought gift for the expectant mom. It’s a product that’s little understood and seems to just exist inside of baby gift baskets. If baby lotion is around to provide moisture, what uses are there for baby oil? Due to the nature of oil, it clings to skin longer, providing more hydration. Aside from contributing to the overall hydration of your child, … [Read more...]
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