I declared on Instagram over a week ago that I had finished up my last tube of natural toothpaste. That $3.29 tube was the last tube I had plans on buying. I told myself when it runs out... we go to homemade. I do that to myself a lot. When I know there is a superior homemade … [Read more...] about Homemade Toothpaste
Frugality
Kefir again, but this time with water!
Sorry for the silence. It has been a very long, taxing month or so. I'll fill you in later. There are stories of God's goodness and so I look forward to chat with you soon. In other news, during my absence, I have embarked on a new adventure with Water Kefir!What is water … [Read more...] about Kefir again, but this time with water!
How to make your own laundry soap
I know everyone pretty much has done this by now, but just in case you are late to the party, here's a little how-to. It's as easy as can be and once you buy some of the ingredients, you have massive amounts of detergent you can use. Laundry for days... and days... and … [Read more...] about How to make your own laundry soap
Homestead Lentil Stew
Once a week, I have one of my kids 'shop' from the freezer and bring me several packs of meat. This week, my eldest brought in a pack of chicken thighs, a small pork roast, a package of bacon (of course... this child is a bacon fiend!) and a small pack of tenderloin chops. From … [Read more...] about Homestead Lentil Stew
Real Hot Cocoa
This morning I woke early and it was COLD in the house. I started in there to make some coffee, but then thought that instead of making something hot that just Cameo and I drink, I would make something for all of us. Something with real ingredients and not from a packet (not that … [Read more...] about Real Hot Cocoa
