A few weeks ago, I was talking with my husband about maybe taking a sabbatical from CSAs. We were agonizing over the decision. Then, I received an email that made my decision for me.
How do you grow as a person? #cerra
October 13, 2011 By
A few weeks ago I mentioned Cerra™, a company that’s sponsoring conversation around a topic that’s near and dear to my heart: Becoming your best self.
Super Soup for Colds & Flus + notes on herbalism
October 12, 2011 By 1 Comment
It’s that time of year when people start spending more time indoors, and all kinds of viruses are going around. Recently I came down with a bad cough and cold, and my favorite herbalist was kind enough to make me a batch of soup that was just what I needed.
Pin ItBecoming Grounded
September 26, 2011 By
Last week Thursday was my last foraging class; or, as our leader likes to call it, “wild weedy walk.” I almost didn’t go, because it had been a really stressful and hectic week. I really don’t do well if I don’t have my down time. I’ve heard that if being with other people drains you, you are an introvert; if it energizes you, you are an extrovert. I’m definitely an introvert! To give you an idea of my week: Saturday {Read More}
10 Canning Tips I Learned When Canning Peaches
August 30, 2011 By 11 Comments
Last Saturday I canned a LOT of peaches. Even though I’ve canned before, there were a few lessons I learned that I thought I’d pass along so you don’t have to learn the hard way.
Why Do Americans Act Like That? 7 Weeks Until Uganda
May 31, 2011 By 3 Comments
One of the ways I prepare for a cross-cultural experience is to remind myself of the worldview that I have. I am an American, and as such I have values and beliefs that seem odd to the rest of the world. I need to be aware of them (many are subconscious) so that I do not inadvertently judge the people who I will be meeting.
Building Community & {Simple Living Challenge} Wrap-Up
March 30, 2011 By 2 Comments
I can’t believe this is the end of the Simple Living Challenge series! We’ve covered a lot of ground. And, as with the Food & Faith Challenge, I have learned so much from you!
Technology & Media {Simple Living Challenge}
March 23, 2011 By 5 Comments
You had to know this was coming; a chapter on technology and media. This is a blog, after all. Chances are, if you are reading this, then you are no stranger to social media. In today’s post I’m going to share my own journey with social media and explore the good and the bad about it.
How green is your family?
March 17, 2011 By 7 Comments
I fear that being green has become a trend and that we’ve forgotten why we want to be green in the first place.
Celebrations & Life Passages {Simple Living Challenge}
March 16, 2011 By 4 Comments
“Simple celebrations can be joyful and rich events, focusing on relationships, faith, and time spent together rather than on gifts, matching decor, spotless floors, and elegant foods.” — Rebecca Seiling, Living More with Less
