Join Mavis Butterfield for vegetable gardening and canning tips, easy recipes, and saving money strategies (Rug hooking, too!). Simple living at its best!
It’s silly, but I’ve never really given a ton of thought to things that were designed for one single purpose–like dryer sheets. I’ve thrown them into the dryer for years without a second thought. Lately, though, everything I touch, I wonder, what else I could use them for around the house? AND, wouldn’t you know Read More >>
I have two teenagers–when you add sports into the mix, it basically is a recipe for locker room potpourri. Yuck. For awhile, I thought maybe the solution would be to move out, get my own place–desperate times call for desperate measures, don’t judge. But, I think I finally have it under control. If you Read More >>
Ah, I love July. The garden is planted and producing, the weather is warm, life is good. Since July houses 4th of July celebrations, summer BBQ’s, Camping, U-Pick Berry Farms, and the first signs of Back-to-School sales, there are tons of things to watch for while you’re out this month: Food Hotdogs Ground Beef Hamburger Read More >>
With all of the food documentaries I’ve been watching lately, it occurred to me that I don’t mention the whole “eat local” thing here on the blog very often. So, here goes: Did you know, on average, your food travels 1500 miles to get to your plate? Is that crazy or what?! Not only is Read More >>
Camping, by nature {pun intended}, is supposed to be a thrifty vacation, but with all of the gear, fees and food costs can really add up. Still, it’s a great way to get the kiddos away from the T.V. and video games and into the great outdoors. So here’s 10 ways to save a little Read More >>
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