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...
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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...
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...
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,...
Food Insecurity: Tips From The Great Depression
During the Great Depression, food was rationed. Money was scarce leaving homemakers to “make do” with what they had. For many reasons, people may find themselves in a place where they need these tips-whether...
Busy Little Hands
Doing crafts with the kids is always fun! I try to have craft time at least twice a week these days! This week we are doing sun catchers as well as a toilet paper...
Crayola Thanksgiving Crafts
Crafts are something we love to do in this house. A great place I like to find crafts is on Crayola.com. (I am not a paid spokesperson.) So, I have put together my favorite...
Seven Layer Salad
Seven layer salad is a classic dish that has been at many of our family get-togethers. Oh, and the flavor is to die for. This recipe is so simple, but it works. Its a...
LED Accent lighting and LED Efficiency
Lets Talk LED Lighting You flip a switch, a light comes on, until it doesn’t. Time to change the bulb. You go to the store, and there is so much to choose from. I...
I Want to Do What You Do: Be Submissive
Recently, I have been thinking about how to answer the questions I often get from women who want to transform their lives, women who want to be “submissive.” For some, it is a big...