Is your bathroom ready for the icky-sicky bugs that are going around? Mine usually is but we haven’t had the flu since 2003 and we haven’t had a tummy bug for about 8 years. I believe we’ve done so well because we’ve been very diligent about taking a good quality probiotic.
When You’re Too Old For Santa
It happened this year, my 9-year-old son asked me point blank if Santa was real. He is the youngest of four, he has three older sisters who never believed in Santa. For reasons all our own, my husband and I chose not to do the Santa thing when they were growing up.
Late Nights and My Need for Quiet
Here I am, sitting up late into the night once again. Every morning when I have to drag myself out of bed, completely exhausted, I tell myself to start getting to bed at a decent hour. I even set my sleep/wake alarm on my phone to remind me each night. And I get a sweet […]
Caring for Those Struggling Through The Holidays
The holidays are not always the most wonderful time of the year. Oftentimes when things are going well in our lives we don’t give it a second thought. We may not consider the pain or suffering that others are enduring. I’ve been on both sides and want to share some of my thoughts on how […]
Learning About Christmas From a Shepherd
DISCLAIMER: This post contains affiliate links which means that if you click on it and purchase the item I might make a few pennies but you will not pay anything more than what you would normally. This year we decided to invite a shepherd into our home. He is only about 12 inches tall and […]
How and Why You Should Make Bone Broth
It’s the perfect time of year to learn how and why you should be making bone broth for your family. My Mom always made homemade chicken soup by slow boiling an entire chicken for hours. It’s still one my favorite recipes and I always feel great making it for my family and as soon as […]
Making Elderberry Syrup for Immune Health
Elderberry syrup is an inexpensive and delicious way to protect your family during cold and flu season. Every year I keep a fresh jar of elderberry syrup available for my family. It’s easy to make, delicious tasting, and it’s so amazing for your immune health.
I’m Making Immune Building Foods Today
I’ve been busy this afternoon making immune boosting foods. I plan to share these great recipes so check back on the blog soon. My daughter has come down with a nasty cold. It started as just a simple cold but her throat is still sore and the cold has moved into her chest. I should […]
Christmas With Chronic Illness – 5 Tips For Making it Beautiful
It’s here, it’s upon us! The holiday season is now in full swing. Christmas with chronic illness is hard and I wondered, are you feeling it yet? Discouragement, overwhelm, frustration, defeat? I wanted to encourage you before you go too far down that road. I know it all too well! I’ve experienced it, lived it […]
Homeschool High School Record Keeping & Transcripts
Are you anxious about homeschooling high school? Maybe you’re already doing it but you have no earthly idea how to keep up with the grading or record keeping. I’m a seasoned homeschool mom of four, having graduated my two three oldest daughters and continuing to homeschool my younger two youngest. Like many, I was intimidated […]
