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For 38 years, I have been a wife to my husband and a teacher of our children in the home. Now a new season has come, and with the blessing of my husband, I write this blog as an encouragement to myself and others. (Titus 2: 3-5) How important is this role of speaking into the lives of younger women! The habits of the home in one generation become the morals of society in the next. As William Ross Wallace said: “The hand that rocks the cradle, rules the world.”
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Category Archives: Herbs
GF Dandelion Fritters and Greens~ Spring Tonic
As one of nature’s wonder plants, dandelions appear in the spring just when most of us are in need of a detox. ~ Jacqueline
Posted in Coconut Oil, Food & Recipes, Health, Herbs, Thrift
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Joys of Foraging~Edible Wild Free Food
(source) In the early days of foraging, our ancestors had to learn the hard way about such things as the laxative properties of certain plants and to eat only the stems of rhubarb and not the poisonous leaves. Through trial … Continue reading
Posted in Food & Recipes, Health, Herbs, Nature, Raw food, Thrift
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Red Raspberry Leaf Tea ~ For Women and Pregnancy
Red Raspberry Leaf is the herb of choice for pregnancy and for women’s health, and it is the best single herb that we can take for total uterine health. And it is not only great for mamas, it is also wonderful for … Continue reading
Posted in Bulk Herb Store, Health, Herbal Remedies, Herbs
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Rooting Basil and Re-Growing Celery From Cuttings
Basil, the herb, has always been a big favorite with me. It is so pretty in the garden and it has many fun and delicious ways to use it in the kitchen. If you are a basil-lover as I am, … Continue reading
Posted in Garden, Herbs, Indoor Growing, Thrift
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Bulk Herb Store ’4 Teas For Healing’ Giveaway
If you are here for the first time, you may not know that I LOVE the Bulk Herb Store and their products. They supply us with many excellent medicinal herbs and herbal blends (usually organic) along with a website designed to teach you … Continue reading
Posted in Bulk Herb Store, Giveaway, Herbs
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Sage, Herb Weaving, and ‘Encourage One Another’ Link-Up #75
I love the rich herby fragrance of sage (salvia officinalis) when it’s freshly cut and the color of the leaves when it’s dried and hanging in my kitchen. According to advice in Practical Herbalism, “Sage is a well regarded herb for … Continue reading
Posted in 'Encourage One Another' Link-Up, Herbs
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Be My Valentine~All Year Long With Rose Petals & Lavender
Why celebrate Valentine’s Day only once a year? Why not celebrate your beloved, rejuvenate and pamper him mind and body, and make your time together a bit more romantic all year long? I cannot produce a photograph of a fragrance or scent … Continue reading
Posted in Beauty, Giveaway, Herbs, Roses
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What Makes A Good Gardener?
Some people feel gardening is in their genes; they just love to dig in the dirt, to feel the coolness of a handful of rich loam, or to watch the progress of a seed springing forth from the earth. However, there … Continue reading
Posted in Flowers, Garden, Herbs, Nature, Roses, Vegetables
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5 Plants That Defy the Snow ~ Cold Frames In the Garden
When we had a temporary warm-up here in the Midwest 3 days ago (Jan. 9), I bundled up and took some photos to show you some annual plants that might survive (or even thrive) in snow in your garden in … Continue reading
Posted in Garden, Herbs, Preparedness, Vegetables
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Boost Your Health and Mental Powers With 4 Spices
Several days ago, for our 39th anniversary, we went to celebrate at a tiny Indian restaurant known for its traditionally prepared dishes. It was snowing heavily, but stepping inside the door, we were surrounded by multiple heavenly aromas and warmth. … Continue reading
Posted in Bulk Herb Store, Favorite Products, Food & Recipes, Health, Herbs, Superfoods
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