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Refreshing Herbal Mocktails
There’s nothing quite like relaxing and sipping on a refreshing drink. Herbal mocktails are the perfect drink for anyone avoiding (or cutting back) on alcohol. There are so many delicious options and because they’re alcohol-free, even…
Homemade Italian Seasoning Recipe
I’ve mentioned before about my love of Italian food. While our family eats a lot of different ethnic dishes, Italian was one of the first I experimented with. This homemade Italian seasoning mix is the perfect way to season everything…
The Amazing Benefits of Collard Greens
Renowned for their thick leaves and earthy flavor, collard greens are a culinary staple and a powerhouse of nutrients. They’re one of the first vegetables to pop up in my garden in the spring and I love incorporating them into soups and…
How to Start a Garden 101
Gardening was once a normal part of life for most people. Not so many generations ago, neighbors exchanged fresh produce over fences (too many zucchini again!). And most people knew their local farmer. Many of us also have fond memories…
Simple Pickled Ginger (Gari) Recipe
If you’ve ever been to a sushi restaurant you’ve probably seen the little slices of sushi ginger served alongside the meal. They’re used as a palate cleanser in Chinese and Japanese cuisine. You can also find jars of them at your local…
Why Opt for a Green Burial?
As moms, we focus a lot on births, but death isn’t something we talk a lot about. It’s not like we share death stories over coffee like we do our birth stories. And we certainly don’t talk about whether we want a traditional vs. green…
After-Birth Sitz Bath Herbs DIY Recipe
I’ve always thought that after labor, women should be able to look forward to a nice quiet vacation and recovery time. Instead, we get a precious baby and the lack of sleep that often accompanies them. This DIY sitz bath recipe is at…
Lemon Pepper Seasoning Recipe
I’ve found I really like using fresh lemon juice in many of my recipes, like chicken piccata. Especially since our family lives in a place where fresh citrus is widely available. This lemon pepper seasoning blend was born when I wanted…
The Best High Fiber Foods (and Why We Need Them)
Improving fiber intake should be a top priority for many of us. But fiber doesn’t need to be a stir-in fiber supplement from the local drugstore. Many of the healthiest diets naturally include fiber – except the carnivore diet, of…
Rose Body Scrub Recipe
Many years ago I realized how easy (and inexpensive!) sugar scrubs were to make. Since then I’ve played around with many different versions of exfoliating body scrub. This rose body scrub smells heavenly and leaves skin feeling smooth…