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It’s time to get some gardening done! You read that right. Even in the middle of winter. This is actually a great time to do gardening tasks without all the crazy rush of spring. Why not get a head start on an amazing garden in the coming year by working on these 10 important gardening tasks for the winter. 10 Important Gardening Tasks for the Winter 1. Plan Your Garden Space The cold winter months make for great planning sessions as you cozy up next to the fire. Take this opportunity to map out your gardening spaces and decide what to plant in the coming year. Consider planning a front yard garden, filling up ...Read More
Cranberry Walnut Cheese Ball
What's your favorite festive appetizer? This Cranberry Walnut Cheese Ball is a beautiful way to start any holiday meal! Looking for gluten-free recipes and resources? This Everything Gluten Free page is a library of everything gluten free we’ve worked on. If I could eat whatever I chose for holiday get togethers, I'm pretty sure I would be fine filling up on just the appetizers. (Well, I might need to save a little room for dessert, of course.) And of all the appetizers I've had, cheese balls are probably one of my favorites. Though I'd never tried to make my own until recently, I'm happy to say that they're not ...Read More
Can you Alleviate Snoring with Essential Oils?
If you sleep with someone who is snoring, well, you’re probably not sleeping much. Whether it’s from a recent cold or a chronic problem, snoring can really disrupt sleep quality for the person snoring as well as those around them. Snoring is caused when airways are obstructed due to any of several factors, including: Nasal congestion Sinus infection Allergies Deviated septum Nasal polyps Deep sleep Poor muscle tone in throat Being overweight Large palate Some of these issues are ones you’ll want to make lifestyle changes for and/or consult a doctor. We probably all know someone who ...Read More
Do You Make These 3 Parenting Mistakes at Christmas?
December is perhaps my favorite month of the year—at least, it was when I was a kid. Christmas break meant no school—which meant all the time in the world to binge on video games, build elaborate forts with my brothers, and listen to A Very Special Christmas a thousand times on repeat. There's no end to the nostalgia the Christmas season brings, but very few of my memories have anything to do with Jesus. I want my kids to love the Christmas season—except with a gospel-focus. To do that, there are 3 mistakes I plan to avoid this year and every year following. Mistake #1: The Hurried Holiday There's nothing ...Read More
How to Use Christmas Carols for Family Devotions
We’ve never had to teach our kids to like Christmas carols—they have always loved them. We love to saturate our house with music throughout the year, but during the month of December, Christmas songs fill the atmosphere. We even enjoy a lot of the secular carols that dominate the radio in December—we love rockin’ around the Christmas tree with Brenda Lee, learning what Christmas means to Stevie Wonder, and dreaming of a white Christmas with Bing Crosby. But the carols that really grab our hearts are those that celebrate the true meaning of Christmas: the birth of Christ. Several years ago we were visiting ...Read More
{DIY} Relaxing Bath Salt Recipe
At the end of a long day, a hot bath is one of my favorite ways to take care of myself. This DIY relaxing bath salt recipe will help you do the same! "Mama, look at me!" "Hey mama, where is my coat?" "Have you seen the red tape measure?" My family is awesome. I love them to pieces. They talk a lot though and while I love the chatter, the questions and the giggles, some days are mama sensory overload. When I start to feel heavily burdened or annoyed over silly things, I know it's time to step back and take a look at things. Those feelings usually come when we've been busy. Whether it's a good busy or ...Read More
Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Recipe Swap!
If you've ever bemoaned the fact, as I have, that the holidays mean lots of off-limit foods, this article is for you. If you look at your family Thanksgiving table each year, and realize that most of the dishes are filled with gluten and you'll have to pass them by, this article is for you. Looking for more gluten-free recipes and resources? This Everything Gluten Free page is a library of everything gluten free we’ve worked on. This year, I've partnered with several bloggers to bring you recipes that are made with real-foods. Recipes that are gluten-free, but still delicious. I hope you enjoy the new spin on ...Read More
Protein-Packed Pumpkin Roll (gluten-free & sugar-free)
This protein-packed pumpkin roll is the PERFECT treat because it's gluten-free and sugar-free. It's creamy and super tasty, too. So enjoy your pumpkin-y treats this year without the sugar-induced bellyache. Holidays can be a veritable minefield when it comes to eating healthy. The sugar, the wheat, and the heavily processed foods to make all of the special treats flow with abundance. I'm alright with splurging a little bit during the holidays—well, for me one splurge can turn into a full on pig-fest. I kid you not. While I don't splurge on gluten-filled goodies (I don't I want to be that miserable), the sugar gets ...Read More
