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I receive a lot of surprised comments from others when they discover how much and what things that my kids create in the kitchen. It is something that has become normal for us, so I never thought that it would garner this much attention.    Why is this important? As I have mentioned in other posts and discussions, we have transitioned our eating habits into a more ingredients-based diet by cutting out a lot of processed foods. We have discovered this to be a good health option for our family. It also takes more time and effort to cook from...

We have been homeschooling for many years, and I sometimes forget that what we do isn't the same for others. So, I am writing a monthly homeschool recap to demonstrate one way (there are so many methods out there!) that homeschooling can work.  We use an eclectic method of homeschooling that leans very heavily towards the Charlotte Mason method of teaching. Without going into too much detail about this method, it can be described as very literature-heavy. We read and discuss A LOT of books. We don't spend a lot of time on workbooks, worksheets, etc., We have gravitated toward...

There are times when you are bombarded with all of the bad things in the world. It is difficult to turn on the TV, open a webpage or social media app without hearing about another tragedy. It can make you feel downtrodden and helpless. What can I do in this crazy world to make a difference? If you listen to the politicians, they will tell you the answer is in the ballot box. If you listen to the fundraisers, they will tell you that the answer is in your checking account. If you listen to the naysayers, they will tell...

We have been homeschooling for many years, and I sometimes forget that what we do isn't the same for others. So, I am writing a monthly homeschool recap to demonstrate one way (there are so many methods out there!) that homeschooling can work.  We use an eclectic method of homeschooling that leans very heavily towards the Charlotte Mason method of teaching. Without going into too much detail about this method, it can be described as very literature-heavy. We read and discuss A LOT of books. We don't spend a lot of time on workbooks, worksheets, etc., We have gravitated toward...

Today, it seems as if you are bombarded with bad news in every direction. Some individuals are looking to escape the perils of society and move to a rural landscape. I'm here to warn you that even those areas have their fair share of tragedies.  It started on a warm, fall Saturday afternoon. A local woman was attempting to inventory her freezer after filling it with delicious pasture raised poultry.  - Some people blame the disaster on poor freezer organization.  - Others claim the woman was careless.  - There are even rumors of a rebel chicken cabal looking to punish...