If you're not a fan of mint-flavored stuff then this post isn't for you. While not my top favorite I do love the occasional mint chocolate chip ice cream, Andes Mints, Peppermint drizzled over brownies or these Peppermint snacking chocolates. If your not familiar with the amazing benefits of Peppermint essential oil head over to [...]
First off I’d like to say that I’m not the mom in the drop off line who has her shit together. My kids are now scrambling around for masks as I’m pushing them out of the van. I’m not literally pushing my kids out of the van, Karen but, after all the virtual learning we’ve [...]
During this global pandemic I've found solace and comfort in my hobbies such as reading, sewing and crafting. Reading is always a good thing and I want my children to see me reading, which I truly believe has helped inspire, especially my oldest, the love of reading. I have never been part of an actual [...]
For January's free product of the month is Tea Tree from Doterra's touch line, the touch line is a collection of essential oils pre-diluted for safety for the young, elderly or those with sensitive skin. Doterra has mastered the art and science of striking the perfect balance between protecting sensitive skin while still delivering the [...]
Like most people I've been more than ready to kiss 2020 goodbye. For the past few days though, I couldn't help but wonder if parts of last year we're actually answers to some of my prayers. After having my open heart surgery in 2019, having many prayers answered I was afraid I had run out [...]
My next favorite ”Get better soon!”, well meaning maybe but, that's not how chronic illness works. I've seen blog posts on this topic, I've seen peoples thoughts on social media, and now have first-hand experience on how many judge-y assholes there are in the world. Last year before Covid turned the world upside down, I [...]
Thrifting may be different for everyone but, for me thrifting is yard sales, garage sales, peddlers malls, flea markets, Facebook marketplace, road side finds and since COVID getting goodies from my favorite local thrifters. (Two Thrifty Hippies & Dane Thrifty, look them up on Instagram, they do offer shipping on most items.) Vintage canisters from [...]
Okay, the title of this post is corny. However, this new vacuum/mop combo from Bissell I bought myself for Christmas has been among the top of my "good things that have happened in 2020" list. Im going to share my pros and cons with you from an honest, kid mom and dog mom perspective. This [...]
Winter is for cozy sweaters, all the soups and comforting foods. There's just nothing like the smell of Apple pie coming from the oven on a cold day. Apple pie is so easy to make and the addition of lemon in this recipe just takes the flavor up to a whole new level. This recipe [...]
Unless you've been living under a rock for centuries then you have heard about Frankincense, it has been renowned for its health benefits and at one time was worth more than gold. If you're familiar with biblical stories then you know that the 3 wise men brought Jesus gifts of Frankincense, Myrrh and Gold. The [...]
