January 18, 2012
by Allison
Comments Off on Budget Friendly Organic Foods
I found a wonderful listing of organic pantry items complete with sources and reasonable prices to pay at Heavenly Homemakers. One of my first concerns going organic, was how to not break the bank. I find not purchasing processed foods and eating at home more … Continue reading
January 14, 2012
by Allison
Comments Off on Going “All Natural” a little at a time
I have been inspired to simplify and detoxify, and the two go beautifully together. I am not of the persuasion that I was overwhelmed with chemical exposure or plastics from China; however, the more I eliminate from my house, the … Continue reading
January 12, 2012
by Allison
Comments Off on How to Stretch a Chicken to Make Six Meals | Heavenly Homemakers
This is a great article with some recipes to help maximize your chicken. -Allison How to Stretch a Chicken to Make Six Meals By Laura · Jan,23 2011 When I mentioned that I can stretch a chicken to last us … Continue reading
January 5, 2012
by Allison
Comments Off on Homemade Dishwasher Soap
After searching for a hard water solution, I uncovered many homemade dishwasher recipes with pretty much the same ingredients. I created one high in citric acid, which I expected to be good for our hard water, and I have been very pleased … Continue reading
December 18, 2011
by Allison
Comments Off on Hard water solution for the dishwasher…Lemishine
Since moving to Texas we have discovered life with hard water. Minerals…great, white glasses…not so great. I have found a fabulous solution with Lemishine. It has completely restored my dishes and silverware and is relatively inexpensive. I paid $3.69 at … Continue reading
December 16, 2011
by Allison
Comments Off on Cleaning with water…really?
As a retired chemist, I feel I have a healthy respect for household chemicals, but asking my kids to help out with cleaning, takes that knowledge to a whole different level of regard. I stumbled upon Norwex cloths in a … Continue reading
July 20, 2011
by Allison
Comments Off on Raw Milk from Stryk Dairy this Saturday, Katy TX
Our family recently discovered raw milk. It is the real thing… straight from the cow with creme on top. The kids LOVE the taste. It is like drinking a milkshake after drinking mostly 1 or 2 % milk. If you … Continue reading
July 16, 2011
by Allison
Comments Off on Emergency food plan…think Costco
If you are looking for an easy way to have emergency food and water on hand at a reasonable price, check out Costco. The shipping is free, and you do not have to be a member. I always have a … Continue reading
July 8, 2011
by Allison
Comments Off on Termites VS Ants : how do I tell the difference?
I recently had a bit of termite fear when I discovered small ants in my son’s bathroom. What really made me worry was a strange creature with pinchers behind it that I discovered on our white carpet after a heavy … Continue reading
June 25, 2011
by Allison
Comments Off on 5 a Day until the Clutter is Away
It is so easy to accumulate stuff, especially with kids. I am declaring war of clutter with “5 a day” until the excess is gone. It is hard to get rid of a lot at a time, so I am going … Continue reading
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