I promised I would be back with more convenience foods and here I am. First off... my kids LOVE Pop-Tarts. Those sugar laden, high fructose packed junk food breakfast treats. It's true. But let me say this... just because they love them doesn't mean Moma Chas gives in … [Read more...] about Homemade Convenience Foods: Pop Tarts
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Taking a step
Knowing just what a monumental feat it would be to go totally off grid, I will have to be patient. I wish I could tell you that I had the patience of Job.... alas, I can. not. I used to think I was incredibly patient, I'm not. :) hahaSo, instead of moaning over when will I be … [Read more...] about Taking a step
Aftermath Thinking
During the power outage from the storm, it had me thinking. Thinking about things I have thought of before, but not enough...We went without power for 5 days, other than no hot water and the fridge going down, it wasn't all that bad. *to us*Mom and Alan had a generator, which was … [Read more...] about Aftermath Thinking
Topsy Turvy Planter
Last year my friend Rachel, told me about a beautiful idea that I just had to try. She called it her topsy turvy planter.It was such a hit at our house, I ended up making one for my Mother, my Grandmother, my Sister, my Mother-n-law, my Aunt, my husbands Grandmother and so … [Read more...] about Topsy Turvy Planter
Making Our Own Convenience Foods
One thing I try to steer clear of in the grocery is convenience foods. I know they are loaded with preservatives and artificial garbage. Honestly though, sometimes I wouldn't mind their 'convenience'. Life at times can be hectic and there are days that I don't have an hour … [Read more...] about Making Our Own Convenience Foods
