We don’t do “leftover” bacon in our house. Oh, it’s all gone in a flash of an eye! It is also an enormous hit with everyone in my family – my kids love it, my husband loves it, and quite honestly, so do I! Eggs and bacon are a classic for us, almost to the point where at … Read more
Summertime is finally here, and that means sunshine, warm weather, flowers in full bloom, and of course, insects. We live on a small farm, and I’ve never experienced so many bees, mosquitoes, and flies in my life. Wasps are the ones I really try to stay away from as I’m mildly allergic. You can bet … Read more
We’ve all been there—you open the fridge, dreaming of a fresh, crisp salad, only to find your lettuce looking sad. Limp. Lifeless. A total disappointment. And let’s be honest, at that moment, the thought of eating a soggy, rubbery lettuce leaf is just unacceptable. But before you toss it in the trash (or compost, if … Read more
Spilling on a shirt you actually like, like that one shirt you finally got broken in just right, is such a ridiculously specific heartbreak. One second you are having a completely normal day, next second you have marinara or coffee or some mystery smear right in the middle of your chest, and you’re frantically dabbing … Read more
Ever notice the random jagged section between the handles of your kitchen scissors—the little metal teeth housed behind your fingers? You have likely also thought, what the heck even is this? If you have never used this portion of your scissors, you are not alone. Many people don’t even recognize this part as functional. It … Read more
Have you ever tried to put on a fitted sheet alone? Wrestling a fitted sheet is as frustrating as wrestling an octopus made of elastic. When you think you’ve finally figured out one corner, you realize the other three pop off like they’re personally upset with you. I used to hate changing my bedding because of this … Read more
If you’ve been living with blood sugar issues for years, it’s completely normal to look for natural ways to feel better. You may have seen claims saying that something as simple as chewing cloves can “erase” diabetes or dramatically change your health overnight. While cloves are a powerful spice with real benefits, the truth is … Read more
Lemon water is a simple, natural remedy that has been used for centuries to promote good health. Rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and other essential nutrients, lemon water offers a range of benefits that can help treat and prevent various health issues. Instead of reaching for over-the-counter pills, you might find relief in a glass … Read more
If you suffer from eczema, you know how frustrating it can be – the itching, redness, and dry patches can flare up seemingly out of nowhere. While creams and medications can help manage symptoms, your diet plays a major role in how often those flare-ups occur. Certain foods are known to trigger inflammation, histamine reactions, and immune responses that worsen eczema. Avoiding … Read more
Beetroot has quietly earned a reputation as one of the most powerful everyday foods you can add to your diet. It’s inexpensive, easy to prepare, and available year-round, yet its effects on the body can be surprisingly noticeable – often within days, not months. If you eat beetroot every day for 14 consecutive days, your body … Read more