I reject the idea that eating healthy has to be boring or feel like deprivation. I’m generally happy with the way I eat both in terms of how it impacts my health and how it feels emotionally (everyone needs comfort food!). So that’s why I try to recreate old favorites with healthier ingredients. If the […]
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2020 Homesteader Gift Guide
When I think of buying gifts for my friends and family, whether they are homesteaders or not, I like to make sure what I get them is thoughtful. That means my gifts have a great story, or are handmade, or are exactly what the recipient wants, or a combination of all three. In this homesteader […]
25 Paleo Christmas Recipes (for an Amazing Holiday!)
Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year. I love the homemade gifts, the traditions, and (of course) the food! My family leans more toward a paleo diet (and I eat AIP), so many traditional Christmas foods are out. Luckily, there are lots of paleo holiday dishes that are just as good as […]
Homemade Christmas Gift Ideas Guide
If you’re searching for homemade gift ideas for your friends and family, you’re in luck. I have put together a list of fun and interesting homemade Christmas gift ideas that you can make for family and friends this year. Be sure to check out my stocking stuffer guide as well as my gift guide for […]
Clutter Free Stocking Stuffers for Adults and Kids
Want ideas for great stocking stuffers for adults and kids? This article is for you! I have to be honest. We are not doing stockings this year. gasp! I know! It seems crazy, especially because I love stocking stuffers for adults as well as kids. But this year it just seemed like a chore to buy stocking gifts and since Olive won’t know any different, we […]
How to Have a Debt Free Christmas (and Love It!)
Are you looking for ways to have a debt-free Christmas this year? Read on! If you’re like me, and you prefer to live an intentional and simple life, the whole holiday gift-giving thing can be overwhelming. Hopefully, this post will give you some comfort. The bottom line is: We don’t have to buy anything! It’s true! There […]