The Time Has Come As winter casts its enchanting spell, families and friends embark on a cherished tradition. That goes beyond the twinkling lights and tinsel; Christmas tree hunting, a time-honored practice. This transforms the quest for the perfect tree into a festive adventure. Join as I dive into the heartwarming traditions that accompany this…
A Special Time of Year With an Interesting Historical Start As winter’s embrace brings a blanket of snow and twinkling lights adorn homes, the world prepares for the enchantment of Christmas. Beyond the joyous melodies and festive decorations lies a celebration rich in history and adorned with cherished traditions. Join me on this journey through…
A Kitchen Staple Mayonnaise is a kitchen staple, but have you ever considered making it from scratch? Homemade mayo isn’t just delicious—it’s incredibly simple to whip up, and it gives you complete control over the ingredients. With a few pantry staples and a little elbow grease (or an immersion blender–my go to), you can create…
The Season of Advent is Upon Us As the calendar turns to late November or early December. Catholics around the world enter a season of anticipation and preparation known as Advent. I wrote a high level overview of Advent previously, you can read it here. I wanted to really go a bit more in depth…
The Season of Advent As winter whispers through the air and festive decorations adorn homes, the season of Advent unfolds—a time of anticipation, reflection, and joy. Beyond the twinkling lights and beautifully crafted calendars lies a rich tapestry woven with traditions and historical significance. I have grown up with the season of Advent being very…
Low Sugar/ Sugar Free Summertime is such a wonderful season for our family with so many memories being made and traditions being passed down! Some of my favorite summer memories are in the kitchen with my Mom, Grandma, and Great Grandma for a time. We would make all kinds of things but I specifically remember…
“What is that thing?” Health has been on so many people’s minds in recent years, and health is more than just exercise! It’s about what you choose to put in and consume in your body… And water plays a HUGE role! Our water (especially city water) contains things like trihalomethanes (chloroform) inorganic materials (chloramine, chloride),…
A Twist on a Holiday Classic Around the holidays you are sure to find some sort of Green Bean Casserole ready to be devoured by family and friends. Thanks to Tawnie from Kroll’s Korner. I found this absolutely fantastic take on a holiday classic. This Homemade Green Bean Casserole is filled with fresh green beans,…
The first signs of fall As autumn starts to paint the world in warm hues (usually in September here in Eugene), families across the United States gather around tables laden with bountiful feasts, marking the arrival of Thanksgiving. Beyond the aroma of roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, homemade cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie lies a celebration…
Nourishing Little Ones Oh the world of baby formula The world of baby formula is vast and nuanced, with parents often facing the decision of choosing the best nutrition for their little ones. In this blog, I’ll dive into the distinctions between baby formula from Europe and America I found through research, exploring the unique…