a motherhood & simple living blog
The first time I read about the wonderful benefits and uses of pine resin, I was surprised that I had never thought of using the abundant amber sap that dripped along the bark of several of our trees! As a child, I learned my lesson early on to steer clear of the sticky mess. I remember my Mother ...
With Winter quickly approaching, we tend to spend more time inside. Though I love some quiet and cozy time indoors during the slower season, I make sure that we still spend plenty of time in the fresh air as a family. It can be too easy to plop down in front of the TV. And though it is a little more ...
Last week I got to chat to the kids in my Wild+free group about moss and lichens. I am far from being any kind of expert on the subject, but I do have an enthusiastic interest and was able to teach the kiddos a few fun facts about these fascinating organisms. I have learned some really interesting ...
Can you believe we are already in October? Most homeschooling families have started lessons for this school year already and are either loving their daily schedule/routines or needing to tweak them a little bit. Last year I changed up our daily rythm several times! That's totally fine to switch ...
Howdy Baby Box is a fun new subscription box created by Three Yellow Starfish — a family owned kids clothing boutique based in Austin, Texas. They proudly support family owned small businesses and empower the hard-working women that drive them. The Howdy Baby Box focuses on the importance of family ...
August 14th 2021 my rainbow baby was born! Theodore Jackson Barnett arrived at 4:28 PM weighing 9 lbs 1 oz and 22 inches long. (birth story to come soon!) We have prayed for years for this little angel baby and are just so filled with joy and gratefulness. My first was born in 2013 and SO many ...
