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Cherry Espresso Preserves

I've found that working with liquid pectin isn't my favorite (I prefer dry), but in some recipes it works well. This is a different kind of jam, not like anything you have had before most likely! If you like smaller cherry pieces, feel free to chop them, instead of quartering. Cherry Espresso Preserves Ingredients: ½… Continue reading Cherry Espresso Preserves

Book Reviews · children · Crafts

Crafts With My Boys: Paper Crowns

With a week of cool, rainy weather, I finally pulled out a stack of new books sent to us for review. Up first was a fun Pinterst-y project book, The Paper Playhouse: Awesome Art Projects for Kids Using Paper, Boxes, and Books: A fun blend of crafty projects using paper, books, boxes and more, it… Continue reading Crafts With My Boys: Paper Crowns

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Selling Your Soul: How I Refound My Ethics In Blogging

This post has been in my head - and my heart - for a long time coming. It's a bit windy, so bear with me. And I realize I am burning some blogging bridges by what I have to say. And I am OK with that. When I first started blogging, on my Trail Cooking… Continue reading Selling Your Soul: How I Refound My Ethics In Blogging