July 2018

There is just something about waking up early, grabbing a cup of coffee and driving to work in an open field all day. There is peace to be found in the quiet, surrounded by nothing but dirt and crops. Sure, working in the elements is…

Who doesn’t love Strawberry Jam? One of my favorite childhood memories includes slathering freshly baked biscuits with homemade strawberry jam! It’s an understatement to say I love this gooey red treat! My favorite version, which includes some cranberries is my Aunt’s Strawberry Cranberry Jam. Tart, sweet…

Have you ever noticed how a simple thing like switching out a light fixture can change the entire look of a room? The only problem is light fixtures cost so much money! That’s why this girl is obsessed with creating and fixing up old light…

Growing up, my Dad used to make his Fresh Vegetable Summer Salad on really hot days. I always loved it because of the fresh veggies, especially the crunchy snap peas, and tangy dressing. I crave it all summer long and often serve it as a…

Do you ever wonder what chores are age appropriate for your children? When we moved to our farmhouse, I was eager to have my girls get involved in helping around the ranch. I knew they  could’help more, but wanted to make sure they were age…

  It’s SUMMER! Finally the season for one of my favorite past times, the ol’ backyard BBQ. For me, this consists of inviting my friends over, cooking great food, having a bon-fire and listening to fabulous music. I can easily be described as a music…

Have you ever noticed that growing certain plants together in your garden will help each of them thrive? This is called companion gardening, something Native American tribes have done for over 6,000 years. This ancient planting wisdom continues to be used today in modern agricultural…