Archive for August 2012
Clothing Challenge Month 2012
Closet overflowing? Do you have clothes you haven’t worn in the last 6 months to a year? Do you have skinny clothes that don’t fit? A little black dress that doesn’t get worn? Let’s fix that this month! Come and join me for a clothing challenge! Today:Make sure all your clothes are washed and hang…
Read MoreGrain Free Almond Flour Crepes
This is one of our favorite weekend breakfasts. Brian is my expert- he makes them look beautiful! I use my large cast iron frying pan, it is well seasoned, so the crepes don’t stick. Grain Free Almond Flour Crepes Ingredients: 10 eggs 1/2 cup almond flour 2 tablespoons coconut flour 1/4 cup coconut oil 1/4…
Read MoreHow to Declutter: Toys
I swear junk sneaks into the house and hides in the kid’s rooms! Papers seem to procreate like rabbits and poke out from under the bed and in the dresser drawers. I think dollar store type toys do the same thing! I remember reading a story of a boy who had a bad attitude and…
Read MoreGrilled Orange Drumsticks
Looking for a people pleasing dinner? This one is sure to be a hit! Grilled Orange Drumsticks Ingredients: 2 oranges, juiced (approx. 3/4 cup juice) 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon sea salt 15 chicken drumsticks (approx. 5 lbs) Directions: Combine all ingredients, except chicken, in a small bowl. Place chicken in a 9″x13″…
Read MoreBook Review: The Simplicity Primer
At Christmas my dad got me The Simplicity Primer. I had never heard of it and and was pleasantly surprised. Each page is a “new” idea on how to simplify your life, which makes it super easy to read. As a mom of 5 it seems like I only get one page read at a time anyway,…
Read MoreApple, Celery and Raisin Salad
This salad is wonderfully refreshing and we love the crunch that comes with it! Apple, Celery and Raisin Salad Ingredients: 2 cups apples, chopped 1 1/2 cups celery, chopped 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup sunflower seeds 1/4 cup mayonnaise Directions: Combine all ingredients together, adding more mayonnaise if needed. Serve chilled. For more simple recipes check…
Read MoreGrain Free [Gluten Free] Coconut Flour Pancakes
I love the fact that these are packed with protein and healthy fat that fill the kids up- it’s a great way to start the day out right! Grain Free [Gluten Free] Coconut Flour Pancakes, pictured with green rhubarb sauce. Grain Free [Gluten Free] Coconut Flour Pancakes Ingredients: 5 eggs 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted 3 tablespoons…
Read MoreMinimalism: Deal with Your Own Guilt
The last couple weeks I’ve been talking about sentimental feelings and being responsible for your own home’s atmosphere. (not taking other people’s sentimental feelings!) What about giving sentimental items to someone else so you don’t have to deal with the emotions of letting it go? Of all my clutter, the hardest time I had was getting rid of my sewing and craft supplies.…
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