Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “For the Simple Life”
I’m completely aware of the irony: music that esteems pretty girls, getting drunk, and getting drunk to forget pretty girls is supposed to make me wiser, more empathetic, and a guide to growing souls? Perhaps you think, instead, that I like the sentimental country songs, the ones that talk about true love, family values, the USA, and God himself. Actually, …
What is a Modern Hippie? Well, a Modern Hippie is me, and most likely you too if you’re on this blog. A Modern Hippie wears homemade deodorant, can explain why bone broth is a super food, and is conscious of the environment and sustainable living, all while maintaing the appearance of a put-together-mama. What is a Modern Hippie Holiday? Basically, …
This Christmas our family is adopting the idea of buying less and giving more, an Advent conspiracy if you will. We are choosing to purchase intentionally, boycotting big box retailers, and supporting small businesses. Part of my goal for this season is to focus on purchasing non-toy gifts for my kids. I know, I’m one of those boring moms but …
I love filling stockings for loved ones, yet each year I find it more difficult to find the right thing for the right person. Being original and tailoring stockings to items that embrace one’s personality is my goal. For me, a Christmas stocking should house a trove of little treasures that were thoughtfully chosen for the recipient. It seems like …
Depending on where you live, preparing your homestead for winter can be as easy as packing away the lawn chairs and digging out the socks or as involved as being ready to shelter yourself and your animals in place if a blizzard cuts you off from the world. Homesteading work doesn’t stop in the winter! My friend Annie from Montana …
Let the countdown begin… Ah, the excitement and beauty of the Holidays! Every day more and more decorations go up. There are beautifully sparkling lights on the houses, both inside and out. And the look of wonder and amazement in our children’s faces is something to be cherished forever. Once December 1st rolls around I love to be able help …
Scratch Mommy… taking junk mail to a WHOLE new level! Handmade paper– we’ve all admired it, thought how pretty it was and thought “I could probably do that.” Thinking and doing are two different things. Making your own handmade paper puts you into one of those DIY Superwoman categories, doesn’t it? I’m here to tell you, we can all be DIY Superwomen. …
I’m a huge fan of the Montessori Method. I have a history with it that goes back to my own days of attending a Montessori preschool. My husband went to the same one as I – he was in the morning class, I was in the afternoon. One of my sisters, my brother, and two of my nieces went. My …
Along with the crisp Fall air and falling leaves, the month of October brings with it the celebration of Halloween with little kids in costumes and gatherings with friends. Whether you are planning a Fall or a Halloween themed party, creating just the right atmosphere with decorations, serving items and this DIY Party Pumpkin Cooler allows you to have fun …
Whether you’re growing herbs outdoors in your garden or indoors in containers, there may come a wonderful time when you have an overabundance of them! There are many ways you can preserve your fresh herbs at home — one of them being drying them. You’ll find that your dried herbs are much more flavorful and fragrant than the best quality …
