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Actually, the Jimmy cracking corn is my 4 year old grandson Matthew. He of course has assistance from Grandpa, who has him standing on a chair to crank the mill. Choosing a good grain mill that would last the test of time and wear was important for us. We wanted one that was easy to…
If you can crochet or knit then you have a perfect start to some great homemade holiday gifts! Teens and college students are two groups of people that seem to love warm gifts made from soft yarns. Winter hats and scarves are easy to make with some large needles and a thick yarn. You can…
One of the greatest advantages to homemade gifts is the ability to personalize them. If you are a military family or you know someone in the military, why not use some old uniforms to make a unique gift this holiday season? I’m sure you have all seen the purses and bags made from military uniforms. …
Gift baskets during the Holiday season are not only fun to plan and prepare, but one of the very best gifts to give friends and family. Most people are overjoyed to receive a basket full of homemade goodies and actually look forward to them every year. Don’t be surprised when they start making special requests…
My heart was so touched last year by a friend who had been shopping for a Christmas tree. She was so excited when she found the perfect one and magnificent it was indeed! One thing to know about her is that she is not the type of person, when in need of something, runs down…
The holidays are coming up fast. This means lots of parties and family gatherings. This means hours spent cooking and cleaning. Believe it or not, if natural health is important to you it extends to having guests over. Guest Allergies If you’re going to have guests, think of the allergies that they could have. The…
A garden is a miraculous place for health and well being. It provides all of the nutritional needs that can be tailored to fit one’s personal needs when well thought out. In other words, we should grow what our bodies require for optimal health. Aside from canning and freezing fruits and vegetables, we sometimes miss…
“Organic” it seems to be one of the latest buzzwords out there. There is much debate on whether it is healthier, better for the environment and actually makes a difference. Let’s put all of that aside and talk about what the word means because I think there is some confusion on that. When you say…
Some of the easiest gifts to make for the holidays come straight from your kitchen. Simple things that people don’t always think about, like jelly or homemade mustard, make elegant gifts presented in canning jars adorned with little tags and labels. Spice mixes are something that everyone uses but few people think to make themselves….
Keeping the earth alive for our children means giving back to it what we take from it. It really is as simple as an earthworm and a butterfly. Nature has all of its own defences when it is in balance. Our natural resources are at stake and demand to be given priority. Must we place…