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Have you ever had your soil tested? I recently tested mine with this super simple Luster Leaf pH Soil Testing Kit. Basically, you just need soil samples and distilled water. To do the test, dig a couple of holes {the test comes with 10 capsules for testing} in your garden about 6″-8″ deep, collect some dirt, Read More >>
Recently, I started making my own laundry soap. How crazy is that? It’s actually super satisfying. One, a batch lasts forever. Two, it is ridiculously cost effective. And three {and probably my favorite reason}, it’s another step towards knowing all of the ingredients I bring into my home and being more self-sufficient with just the Read More >>
You probably already know how much I love Meyer lemons, but if not, let me be very clear: I LOVE THEM. I would bathe in lemon juice if it were socially acceptable and didn’t dry my skin out. So, whenever I make anything that calls for lemon juice and I have fresh lemons on hand, Read More >>
It’s no big secret around here that I LOVE to travel. In fact if I could have any job in the world, I’d love to be a writer for National Geographic Traveler Magazine or play the role of Samantha Brown on the Travel Channel for a year. Sometimes I score super awesome last minute deals from Read More >>
The Girl is pretty low-maintenance when it comes to homework. She pretty much takes care of business, which is a good thing, because the other day, I peered over her shoulder at her homework, and was like WHAT?! Am I getting dumber or is school getting harder? Now, I know it’s been a long, long Read More >>
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