Micro Homesteading from the Inside Out
What does a “healthy diet” look like? I don’t mean a short term diet to accomplish a goal like losing weight. I mean the everyday ins and outs of what you eat on a regular basis. Is it possible to continue to eat healthfully as a way of life? And does the Christian faith have … Read more
Some time ago I read a fascinating study about breastfed baby poop. Yes, I just used “fascinating” and “poop” in the same article. (Tell me you’re a mom without telling me you’re a mom, right?) Here’s the gist. Scientists conducted a 90-year study of baby poop from 1926 to 2017. And they found that the … Read more
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Can we talk for a minute about the little things that remind us of the people who are gone? In April after we moved back from Raleigh to SC I couldn’t bring myself to unpack my oils. I’d still pull out the odd oil I wanted to use, and I still took my supplements, but … Read more
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Got a chocolate craving but can’t find anything pre-made to fit your Paleo diet? These Paleo chocolate bites will hit the spot. They’re super easy to make with only 5 ingredients (3 if you want to take a couple shortcuts) and no cooking or baking required. The only tool you need is a stand mixer … Read more
You know coconut oil is awesome, right? Here I’ve brought together some of the most interesting, unusual, and practical uses for coconut oil. Take a look–I bet your new favorite use for coconut oil is on this list! 1. Skin moisturizer We’ll start with one of the more obvious ones. Coconut oil is super moisturizing … Read more
Love essential oils? Or are you brand new to the oily world? Whether you’re a newcomer or have been around for a while, here are some awesome essential oil hacks and tips for making your life better with essential oils. 1. Room refresher spray Combine 5 drops of essential oil with 2 oz water in … Read more
Have you been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s and you aren’t sure where to start? There’s a ton of information out there and it can be a little overwhelming. This is how I’m beginning my own fight against Hashimoto’s. After my sixth miscarriage earlier this month, I requested a full thyroid panel, including antibodies. I’ve suspected low … Read more
When I was 19, my skin underwent a massive shift from mostly clear to constant breakouts. I was going through a major life change at the time, and I know the stress was a big factor. But stress wasn’t the only factor. Along with the major life changes, I’d picked up some bad habits and … Read more