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Active Family On The Go & Waterwipes

“This post was sponsored by WaterWipes as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.” My kids live to get filthy. And that is OK. Dirt isn't the enemy. I just always make sure I have a well equipped Mom-Mobile (and often Mom-Backpack) to clean them up… Continue reading Active Family On The Go & Waterwipes

baking · cooking · Dessert · Shopping Finds

Handcrafted Fig Bars & Orchard Choice California Fig Spreads

Recently we received a delicious package from Valley Fig Growers of their new Orchard Choice California Fig Spreads: If you never thought yourself a fan of figs or fig spreads, this may change your views. From traditional, to citrus, to flavors that complement savory meals, the 4 flavors are sooo good! Look at this grilled cheese,… Continue reading Handcrafted Fig Bars & Orchard Choice California Fig Spreads

Gardening · Shopping Finds

Putting The Garden To Bed For The Winter

Saturday morning we woke to this: No Buffalo storm, but we did get 2" of snow, a low-elevation treat for Thanksgiving weekend. (We live at a bit over 500 feet, but are right against the foothills of the Cascade Mountains) The Toad & Gnome House though....it needed digging out 😉 I love snow falling. Everything… Continue reading Putting The Garden To Bed For The Winter

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Suburban Homesteading: Preserving Seeds For Longer-term Storage

A few years back, Kirk surprised me with a present - to go with my FoodSaver vacuum sealer machine. It was this: Until he handed me the FoodSaver Wide-Mouth Jar Sealer and the FoodSaver Wide-Mouth Jar Sealer, I had no idea I could use my Vac sealer to seal mason jars. It was a game changer… Continue reading Suburban Homesteading: Preserving Seeds For Longer-term Storage