We’re deep into summer, and the dog days of August, with its heat, sun, and, of course, bugs! Here in Florida we also have a lot of rain in August so we definitely have a lot of bugs. Just like us, ants and cockroaches want to stay dry too. They actually want to stay alive-not drown outside in their flooded homes. So, they make their way into our homes. DIY Green Pest Control to [Read more…]
Feel Good Superfood Parfait
One of my favorite new meals is this Feel Good Superfood Parfait filled with all the goodness of yogurt, almond butter, and fresh fruit. Packing it with the superfoods almonds, chia seeds, flax seeds, hemp seeds, and berries— this yummy breakfast parfait keeps [Read more…]
7 Beauty Uses for Epsom Salt
Epsom salt is one of my favorite things to always have in the house. It’s so versatile and can be used for some of my favorite DIY projects. Epsom salt is made up of the naturally occurring mineral magnesium sulfate and in water, it breaks down to magnesium and sulfate. While Epsom salt can be used medicinally and has a lot of household uses, it has a long list of beauty benefits. Try these 7 Beauty Uses for Epsom Salt and step up your all-natural beauty routine!
Copycat Starbucks Pink Drink
My newest obsession is the Starbucks pink drink, which consists mostly of coconut milk, strawberries, and a delicious sugary syrup that makes the drink just perfect in my opinion. Every time I discover a drink I like at Starbucks I immediately start trying to recreate it at home. Mostly to save money because my obsession can get to be a little out of control if I let it, but also because I enjoy the thrill of knowing I can recreate the flashy, expensive drinks at [Read more…]
Indoor Rainy Day Activities
Rainy days can be so relaxing if you get to curl up on the couch with a good book or binge your favorite Netflix show. For little kids, on the other hand, when they’re itching to get all their pent up energy out on the world, rainy days can be the WORST! I’ve come up with a collection of Indoor Rainy Day Activities that are perfect for most ages, even my husband and I had fun playing them. If you and your kids are stuck inside on a rainy, snowy, or just plain old quarantined day, check out some of these fun [Read more…]
Almond Apple Granola
Granola is one of those healthy, tasty snacks everyone seems to like. I’m definitely in that group. After all, what’s not to like, right? Nuts, cinnamon, butter…yummy! I do prefer to make my own at home though. Homemade Granola is simple and easy to whip up, not mention so much less expensive. This Almond Apple Granola is the perfect granola to try the next time you’re [Read more…]
Milk Carton Bird Feeder
Milk cartons can be recycled, up-cycled, and reused for just about any kid’s craft. One of my favorite ways to reuse a milk carton is by turning them into a bird feeder or birdhouse. With just a little paint, twigs, and a glue gun, you can turn a tired old milk carton into a [Read more…]
Blueberry Oat Pancakes
I love pancakes so I’m always interested in new ways of making them. I’d heard of using rolled oats and applesauce as the main ingredients in pancakes instead of flour and eggs so I put them together with blueberries, my current favorite in-season fruit. These Blueberry Oat Pancakes are chunky, dense, and so delicious. They’re so good you can eat them hot or cold! [Read more…]
Roasted Cinnamon Chickpeas
I’m always trying to find or come up with healthy, easy to make snacks. Preferably sweet and/or cinnamony ones! I love the taste and texture of chickpeas in salads or roasted plain with garlic salt, but I thought they’d taste good with a sweet, cinnamon flavor. After some experimenting, I came up with this recipe for sweet Roasted Cinnamon Chickpeas to satisfy both [Read more…]
Paper Plate Easter Bunny Craft
With Easter just around the corner, we’ve been doing lots of Easter crafts in my house. This Paper Plate Easter Bunny Craft is one of my favorites. I took an old favorite— the cotton balls on a paper plate idea and added a little flare. Most of these items you should have on hand but if you don’t, [Read more…]
Earth Day Preschool Activities
With Earth Day coming on April 22 this year, it’s a fun month to teach young kids about the beauty of the world around us, including all the living things in it. The value of recycling is also a very important concept that, if taught at a young age, can hopefully instill a strong foundation and appreciation for reducing waste. Many of these Earth Day Preschool Activities are simple and fun ideas that can be [Read more…]
10 Uses for Lavender Oil
Gratitude for simple pleasures has always been something I try to remember and practice. Sometimes, though, it’s harder than others to remember something that seems like it should be so easy. Lately, with everything that’s going on, it’s become a lot easier. With the coronavirus being a big, unavoidable part of our lives, we’re all reminded of how precious life and family are. We’re also all looking for ways to stay safe, healthy, calm, and [Read more…]
DIY Yoga Mat Cleaner
I love yoga. It’s become one of my favorite ways to relax my mind and body when I need it most. One thing that doesn’t relax my mind though– is thinking about all the nasty stuff that’s on my yoga mat, especially after an intense sweaty practice! Anyone who practices yoga knows that it doesn’t take long for your mat to build up dirt and grime. This is why I’ve created an easy DIY Yoga Mat Cleaner with just a few ingredients.
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