Beef Tallow
As my husband was trimming up a brisket, we were discussing how Native Americans did not waste anything of an animal when they hunted. It made me think about all of the fat we...
Author: Courtney
Creamy Jalapeno Sauce
Who doesn’t enjoy Taco Bell? However, trying to live a healthy life style—Taco Bell does not always fit in! Heck, I have lost over 20 pounds-no sense ruining it! Tonight, we had healthier chicken...
Blueland: Update–Not Happy
Quite a few months ago, I did a blog post on Blueland cleaner vs Truman cleaners. I was initially very impressed by Blueland Cleaners. But now, I am back to tell a sad truth....
Hidden Danger: Cleaning Products
As I sit here typing this blog post, my windows are open and fresh air is coming in my windows. The birds are chirping here in North Idaho. It got me thinking about spring...
Food: Colonial Times
I have always had a passion for history. Not only does it provide points of intelligent conversation, but it also teaches us where we came from. It is a reminder that things were not...
Self Defense
Just because we are women, does not mean we ought to be rendered helpless or afraid of situations that we find ourselves in. So, today, I decided to take some time to talk about...
Excusing Yourself from Political Conversation
Politics seem to be everywhere, even in some houses of worship. Such is the nature of the times we live in, I suppose. I have talked to many people who have said, “You know,...
Laundry Packs vs Liquid Detergent
The detergent aisle is so long, with so many products and so much colorful packaging. Did you know laundry packs were initially brought to market in the 1960’s? They did not stay on the...
At Home Date Night
In times like these, we can often feel strained in our “boxed in lives” courtesy of COVID-19. Maybe it is just that you are tight on money these days. In the spirit my latest...
Toilet Paper Roll Snowman
Today, we are going to make a toilet paper roll snowman! It is super cute, and fun to make! As mentioned in a recent blog post , crafting with the kids does not have...