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October Poem for Littles

Looking for the perfect October poem for your homeschool Kinder or First Grader? Give this one a try. Hand motions included!

Sparks of Beauty and Curiosity – Pass it On

The song goes, “It only takes a spark, to keep a fire going…” and so it truly was a spark that lit a fire under me, fueling a passion for teaching, learning and growing that to this day has never waned.

Cooking History Saxon-Dane Style

I made a dish of browis from a wonderful Saxon Era cookbook entitled, The Circle of Ceridwen Cookery Book(let). The book contains recipes featured in Octavia Randolph’s Saxon era saga, The Circle of Ceridwen.

Aging Gracefully – How to Achieve It

Explore the topic of How to Successfully Age Gracefully with Kathy McDaniel.

10 “Old-School” Ways to Relax After Work

How do you relax after a long day at work or at home with the young ones? Do you find yourself tired but your mind won’t stop thinking about the events or problems of the day? Here are ten time-tested strategies for ditching the day’s stress and getting a good night’s sleep.

Low-carb Potato-style Pancakes made with Cauliflower

I love potato pancakes!  However, I can’t handle the high amount of carbs.  I’ve tweaked this recipe to use cauliflower rice and seasoning to where I don’t miss the potato.…

Jaws hurt in the morning? Try this.

Do your jaws hurt in the morning from clenching your teeth? Try this.

Feeling Queasy? This works.

Emergency Mother’s Day Gift

Need a quick gift for mom? How about a DIY Spa Basket?

Easy Guacamole

Easy guacamole recipe using non-gmo Vitality essential oils.