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Author Archives: Britni
Backyard Chickens – A Beginner’s Story
I dream about a day when we can have our own small flock of backyard chickens, but for now I will just enjoy all the pictures and stories I find on Facebook. That said, I realize many of you have … Continue reading
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Soy Glazed Salmon with Pineapple and Cucumber Wild Rice
Ingredients Salmon fillets – 4 small fillets Crushed pineapple – 1 small can Wild rice – 3-4 cups cooked Cucumber – 1/2 cucumber, seeded and chopped Soy sauce – 1/4 cup Cilantro – 1 tbsp. (or 1/4 cup fresh) … Continue reading
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Kale Sauteed in Bacon Fat
Kale Sautéed in Bacon Fat (I can’t wait for this winter to be done! I want to plant some kale!) Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe to … Continue reading
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Homemade Dishwasher Detergent
My husband and I were recently discussing washing dishes. Our discussion? Whether or not you NEED to use soap when using a dishwasher. You see, we use those little “pods” in our dishwasher and they always seem to leave a … Continue reading
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Grow It, Build It, Save It! How one family saves over $11,000 each year, and you can too!
My ebook is finally published! Grow It, Build It, Save It! How one family saves over $11,000 each year, and you can too! gives you many of the steps our family took to pay off over $66,000 in debt and build … Continue reading
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How to Make Birdseed Ornaments without Peanut Butter
The traditional way to make a bird feeder with your kids is to use peanut butter and a pine cone While we do not have any nut allergies in our home many people do, so this type of project simply won’t … Continue reading
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Healthy Desserts! Avocado Chocolate Pudding & Fresh Berry Sorbet
Sweet treats are a weakness for many of us. Today I am posting two desserts that not only taste great but are also pretty darn good for you! Avocado Chocolate Pudding 2 medium ripe avocados 1/3 cup of cocoa powder … Continue reading
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Sausage and Veggie Breakfast Scramble Recipe
One of our goals for 2013 is to fuel our bodies with more REAL food. Here is a recipe for a delicious sausage and veggie breakfast scramble that keeps you feeling full and energized all morning! Feel free to substitute … Continue reading
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What’s in Season Now? A LOT!
Eating fresh, in-season produce is easy in the summer. Farmers markets are busting at the seams with juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, spicy peppers, and much more! Even spring and fall boast a full bounty of cool weather crops like lettuce, … Continue reading
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Happy Halloween!
“Pixie, kobold, elf, and sprite All are on their rounds to-night, In the wan moon’s silver ray Thrives their helter-skelter play. Fond of cellar, barn,or stack, True unto the almanac, They present to credulous eyes Strange hobgoblin mysteries. Cabbage-stomps-straws wet … Continue reading
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