Wasn't quite ready for this ~ The first snow

Wasn't quite ready for this ~ The first snow

It snowed this week. Last year's first significant dump of snow in our woods happened in December, seems we're about three weeks ahead of snow schedule this year.

American Girl Dolls, A Making Season & More

American Girl Dolls, A Making Season & More

It's that time of year. Sometime around mid-October, the costume making buzz hits and till the wrapping of the Christmas gifts there is a lot of "making" going on.

The November Light

The November Light

The trees stand naked and the oranges of autumn are now sodden brown underfoot. Without the warmth of the leaves the light lacks fortitude. It feels watery and diffuse.

(the ultimate) Healthy Homemaker Series ~ the heart of the matter

(the ultimate) Healthy Homemaker Series ~ the heart of the matter

That's what health is for me - it's loving all parts of my body and caring for myself, and others, from a place of love. And home is where that love is nourished and why health and homemaking are a perfect fit.

(the ultimate) Healthy Homemaker Series ~ herbs and essential oils

(the ultimate) Healthy Homemaker Series ~ herbs and essential oils

I am slowly building a stash of high grade essential oils that are replacing my previous use of herbal concoctions. As my stash of essential oils grows I reach for them more and more to take care of my family's health.

(the ultimate) Healthy Homemaker Series ~ soap making, skin care & green clean

(the ultimate) Healthy Homemaker Series ~ soap making, skin care & green clean

Making your own and greening your home is a whole lot easier these days with the wealth of recipes and resources available. Making the initial changes might feel a bit bumpy (and time consuming) but soon it becomes routine.

The Low-Down on Bundles

The Low-Down on Bundles

I made the decision a while back to mostly say no to participating in bundles and to thoroughly and critically evaluate the ones that seemed like a promising or a good fit for FIMBY.