As we begin a new year, many folks are making all kinds of resolutions. Some are set on breaking bad habits, while others are determined to add new good habits. Whoever you stand on that scale, we think a happiness jar is a fantastic idea. You see, along with Vitamin D and nutrient-dense foods, practicing […]

  Earlier this year, I was given the chance to try the Live Longer Pillow. At first, I was skeptical and wondered what about this pillow would live up to the claim of helping users live longer. As I often do, I researched the materials used in the pillow and was surprised what I found. […]

There’s something about cookbooks that makes me feel extra domestic. I can remember flipping through my grandma’s old cookbooks while watching her whip up recipes she had memorized long ago. I had so much fun discovering new dishes, and even familiar dishes like meatloaf and pizza with a different spin. I love old cookbooks and […]

No matter how hard we try to keep things clean, organized, and our belongings under control, we as people just seem to collect so much stuff over short periods of time. I think most of us have at least one junk drawer, junk closet, or even a junk room where all the miscellaneous items that do […]

You’ve heard it before: If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. This concept is really no different when it comes to planning your meals for your family. By taking the time to formulate a workable meal plan, you will be able to better buy real food on a budget and save you time […]

When it comes to living a natural lifestyle, an area of many people’s lives that calls for a revamp is their personal care items. Most store-bought beauty products contain harsh chemicals and toxins that, once you realize what their consequences are, you will want to stay far away from. Thus, making your own personal care […]

When it comes to eating a real food diet, growing your own food is one way to ensure the quality of your food while saving you money in the long run as well. Gardening can also be a terrific learning experience for the kids and can help relieve stress. When harvest time roles around, you […]

During my teenage years, I was the highlight queen. As I passed through grade school, the bright blonde hair I had in childhood faded away, and I wasn’t ready to say goodbye. So I went through years of of hair treatments to maintain my blonde status. Some looks were good, and others were completely terrible […]

As a society, we are constantly looking for ways to improve our complexion (especially women). From acne scars to wrinkles to age spots, we never tire of seeking the fountain of youth and flawlessness. We are willing to try creams and lotions and washes to achieve a perfect complexion. While desiring to care for the […]

Freezing food is a fantastic way to maximize on your food budget. Is the grocery having a big sale on an otherwise expensive cut of meat? Stock up and store it in the freezer! Have an abundance of squash from your garden? Freeze the extras and use all year long! Have a baby on the […]