We have been snowed in for the last 2 days, which means we were running low on treats. But, being the resourceful momma that I am, I decided to whip up these super easy, nutrient dense chocolates. Almond Butter Sandwich Cups Ingredients: 4 TBSP of coconut spread or coconut butter (where to find quality […]
Prepare for Christmas – Minimalism with Children I am about to walk into my kids bedroom with 2 bags. One is for garbage. You know. The pieces and parts of “special” toys that broke a long time ago, but the kids are too attached to to get rid of. Tiny small clutter that nobody […]
In the spirit of minimalism and not collecting or giving more “stuff” that will be temporarily enjoyed and then set aside to gather dust, I am suggesting a different kind of giving this year. Rather than shopping for things that your family and friends don’t need (think about it. Is there anything you TRULY […]
5 Days of Paleo Dinners My family doesn’t always eat grain free. My kids love sourdough bread and pancakes. I don’t usually buy anything with grains, but I do make sourdough for them. However, since finding that it helped me lose weight, I have been paleo/primal. This means I don’t eat grains, legumes or processed […]
Minimalism at Christmas almost sounds like an oxymoron. So often Christmas is about stuff and things and gifts. Don’t get me wrong, I love gifts. But since embracing minimalism and working to declutter and simplify, my wish list has changed. And I pause longer before selecting gifts for others. So, after pondering it, I […]
Ever since the weather turned chilly we have had a new obsession at our house. Hot Chocolate!!! But what’s even better is that because of the delicious and nutritious gelatin in this recipe, which makes the hot chocolate extra thick and creamy, you can put the leftovers in the fridge and they turn […]
Pomegranite Fruit Gummy Snacks It’s not just my kids who are big on gummies and fruit snacks. I am a big fan as well. The ones at the store claim “fruit”, but if you read the ingredient list you will see a lot more sugar or high-fructose corn syrup than fruit. Thanks to Butter Believer for the […]
The holidays are fast approaching and with them the madness, the mayhem and chaos. I love holidays. I love celebrations and traditions. Spending time with family. The food, the games and gifts. Everything about the holiday season enchants me. Except the stuff. The mindless spending that results in more stuff. Stuff to be kept […]
Why Ferment? Before the invention of refrigeration, fermenting was the preferred method of food preservation all over the world. Not only does fermentation preserve food, but it actually increases it’s nutritional value but adding pro-biotics (beneficial bacteria) to your gut, which can aid in digestion and strengthen the immune system! Fermented foods come in all […]
When you start to lose weight, people notice. They compliment and ask if you have been working out. Which I haven’t. Not in the strict sense of the word. I chase 4 kids around all day, we take lots of walks and bike rides and I lift 20 pounds of baby multiple times throughout […]
