• Five Minute Friday - Mental Health

    Through it all

    Together We Will Get Through It All! I am linking up at Five Minute Friday. During a five minute Friday, we are given a word prompt to write for 5 minutes. Learn more about the link-up and how it works here.  This week’s Five Minute Friday Writing Prompt is: Through Through it all! So many people  Smiling Through The Pain, saying, “I’m fine,” when they feel far from it. Feeling like a bird trying to swim through the thick muck. Going through the motions but gaining so little ground.  Like in “The Little Engine that Could,” say “I think I…

  • Homesteading

    When The Power Goes Out

                                              When The Power Goes Out It seems more often than not this last few years. Whether it be snow and ice, or rain, wind and floods,. I know living out here In the woods, we should have a running generator but we don’t. We cook on the grill (outside, depending on weather) a campstove or a woodstove. I do normally have milk jugs full of water for flushing and we have jugs of spring water for drinking. Being dependent…

  • giveaway

    Click & Carry Giveaway ends 6/30/24

    Welcome to the Click & Carry Giveaway This giveaway is part of our Dads and Grads Gift Guide. Stop by to see all the great giveaways and products! Why struggle dragging your bags from the car to the house? With Click & Carry, you can gather and carry multiple bags at once — COMFORTABLY!  Win a Click & Carry bundle featuring one handle and two reusable bags! Enter now for your chance to be one of the three lucky winners. Giveaway Details Prize Click & Carry bundle featuring one handle and two reusable bags Hosts Co-Hosts Deliciously Savvy & Versatileer A…

  • Reading

    Book Nook: What I’ve Been Reading

    BOOK NOOK: What I’ve Been Reading I read every night before going to sleep so I go through a lot of books.  Do you like to read? What type/genre is your favorite? My most-read genre lately is quick cozy mysteries. Cozy mysteries are actually a sub-genre of crime fiction. There are also quite a few paranormal cozy mystery series. he setting is typically a close-knit community where everyone knows each other, such as a small village, bookstore, tea shop, or bakery.I have a few favorite characters in them. The professional turned farmer and animal rescuer. The bookstore owner who can’t…

  • Productivity

    organizers, planners, and calendars Maximize Productivity

       Maximize Productivity Using Organizers, Planners, and Calendars  Organizing your tasks, events, and goals is crucial for staying on top of things and maximizing productivity. Here’s a breakdown of how you can effectively use a combination of organizers, planners, and calendars:   Digital Tools: Calendar Apps: Use digital calendar apps like Google Calendar, Outlook Calendar, or Apple Calendar to schedule events, appointments, and deadlines. These apps often offer reminders and the ability to sync across devices. Google calendar allows you to link with your teens calendar so you can integrate the two so you don’t end up scheduling a work…

  • Productivity

    Productivity with Trello

      Can Trello help me with productivity? Trello can help with productivity if you like using digital planners and apps. It may take some getting used to. At first, I just kept creating cards when I needed to write something down. For awhile, it was just another big mess of notes and lists for me. Over time, I’ve found there are some things I like to use it for more than others. The only advice I can give is to give it a try and play around with it to see if it is something you like using and if…

  • Health - Natural Remedies

    Healthy Living herbal skincare & more!

    Healthy Living With Herbal Remedies? Note: This post  may contain affiliate links. If you click through my link and make a purchase, I may receive “thank you money” at no additional cost to you. I only recommend products that I use and love. Are You Interested in Herbs and essential Oils?   Disclaimer:  I am an affiliate for Ultimate Bundles so I can get the bundles at a discount.  If you are interested in becoming an affiliate for them you can sign up here. Want to learn how to use more home remedies this summer? In this email, you will…

  • Herbs & Essential Oils

    Rosehip Benefits, Uses and Recipes

    Rosehip Benefits, Uses and Recipes Rose bushes have an edible part of the plant called Rose hips. You won’t find these on every rose bush. “Almost all roses can set hips, but some types, like hybrid teas, have so many petals that bees and other pollinating insects cannot reach the center.”~ HeirloomRoses.com  said in their article Roses With Hips. Rosehips aka Rosa canina are well known to reduce inflammation and improve skin health. They are bulbs with seeds under the petals of the rose. They are known for being rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. It can be red, orange,…

  • Travel

    A Glimpse of a Small Village in Maine

    A Tiny Glimpse of a Village in Maine   I just found this post in my drafts. I started writing it during the pandemic as a follow-up to The Very Best of Maine 2019 Series   I have no idea where I sourced this or who quoted it, However, it speaks to the way a majority of Mainers view Maine. [Maine 5-star rating~ Maine: "The way life should be". We get to experience all four seasons. We can climb mountains, swim in the oceans, or do so many other activities in Maine. Why do you think they call our state…

  • Parenting

    Here Comes Summer – Lets Plan

      Here Comes Summer: Let’s Plan It’s time for a tough choice! Would you rather revisit your favorite spot again and again or explore somewhere new each time? Share your preferences, and let’s see where the adventure takes us! ✈️ #ExploreVsRepeat #TravelChoices #AdventureAwaits                                                                Its that time of year, school is getting close to being over,  15-mom-survival-tips-for-that-last-month-of-school Use this template at the end of the school year for your child…