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Easily Find the Best Eco Friendly Mattress for Your Budget
Ecofriendly mattresses are becoming more and more common these days. Just like with most green products though, we have to be really thoughtful to ...
39 Simple, Intuitive Ways to Reduce Your Waste
When people first start thinking about reducing their waste or lowering their carbon footprint, they suddenly see the full picture of how not ...
Why You Need to Keep a Well-Stocked Pantry (and a free download!)
After hearing so many stories about growing up during the Great Depression from my grandparents, I have always been fascinated by how to grow and ...
My Word of the Year for 2022
When I was drafting my post about setting an intention for the New Year, I guided my readers (and myself) to develop a word that encapsulated their ...
Blueberry Crumble Bars (Big Batch!)
Blueberry crumble bars are a delicious, portable way to lock the fresh flavor of summer between sweet, crunchy crumble layers. They are a ...
Keep these veggies on hand for quick and healthy dinners
We're all trying to eat better, right? Keto, paleo, low carb, gluten-free, AIP, etc...Many of us are trying to heal our bodies with changes in our ...
3 Easy Healthy Dinners You Can Make From Your Pantry
Struggling to get easy healthy dinners on the table at night? These are our top 3 desperation dinners - the meals we make when we just can't think of ...
Biossance Review: Clean, Sensitive Skin Friendly Skincare
Several years ago, I received a tiny sample size jar of Biossance's probiotic gel moisturizer. I immediately loved how light and hydrating it was on ...
Living an Intentional Life & New Year’s Intention Setting
In all of human history, humans have never lived quite like we do today. I often wonder if this is a natural lifestyle and I'm pretty sure it's not! ...
Is a meal prep service worth it? (PrepDish Review)
Last August right before school started, we started using a meal prep service called PrepDish to help us stay focused on our nutrition goals during ...
Seasonal Living & a Free Winter Solstice Reflection Guide
Every December, I scour the internet finding the perfect reflection tool to prepare me for the next year. I love to take stock of my year and set ...
How to Be an Eco-Friendly Dog Parent
When my husband and I decided to adopt a puppy, I followed my normal planning protocol: write out a master list of all the things to research, do, and ...
Easy Flaky Pie Crust (All Butter)
A few years ago, I got into a pretty big pot pie phase. We'd been raising turkeys, so we always seemed to have extra roasted turkey in the freezer. I ...
Quick Instant Pot Chili
On cool, drizzly nights here in the Pacific Northwest, I always crave something warm and savory. Chili is perfect for those nights, but it can take a ...
Why You Need a Zero-Based Budget to Get Out of Debt
Wanting to save up for your dreams or get out of a debt? A zero-based budget is the very best strategy you can follow! What is a zero-based ...
Green Chile Egg Casserole with Sausage & Roasted Squash
I'm a huge believer in breakfast egg bakes! They're so easy to assemble and reheat wonderfully, making them my go-to breakfast meal prep recipe. This ...
Low Waste Gift Ideas for the Holidays
Whether you want to reduce your holiday waste or you're shopping for someone who tries to be low waste, these low waste gift ideas for the holidays ...
Pantry Staples: Easy Homemade Vanilla Extract
Homemade vanilla extract is one of the easiest kitchen projects you'll ever make! Although it costs a bit to get your ingredients, it's way cheaper ...
Are Produce Boxes Worth It?
During the height of Washington's stay-at-home order earlier in 2020, I wanted to find alternative ways to purchase produce. I already love to garden ...
70 Cozy Fall Desserts to Make From Scratch
Ah, fall. The best season of the year, right? It's known for apple cider, pumpkin spice, rich gooey caramel, warm spices, and cozy flavors. Let's ...
Where to Buy Affordable Farmhouse Cabinet Pulls
We've been building and renovating up a storm this year! Since so much of our furniture is thrifted, we decided to update our pieces to help make them ...
Caramel Apple Galette
The first crop of apples are in, so we've been baking up a storm! Recently, we celebrated our first wedding anniversary by remaking the apple crisp we ...
Azure Standard Produce Variety Pack Review
Throughout my neighborhood, I see people getting boxes of produce deliveries and meal kits. I've dabbled with produce boxes here and there to see if ...
Pantry Staples: How to Make Brown Sugar with Molasses
You never know when you'll be in the middle of a delicious recipe and realize you needed just a little more brown sugar than you have! Learn how to ...