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This past week, I headed outside to do some foraging for winter herbs, specifically for conifer needles and wild rose hips, to use in three winter-infused recipes. My plan is to use these winter preparations to support my body and spirit over the dark, cold days ahead. You see, slowly but surely, I’m learning to […]

‘Tis the season for anxiety and stress! If you’re longing for a slow, sweet holiday season this year, give these 9 lifestyle tips to ease holiday stress a try. You see, the holiday season, a time of joy, good cheer, and making memories, is often overshadowed by stress, pressure, and anxiety for many of us. […]

Did you know that the autumn to winter transition point is roughly October 31st / November 1st? Yep! This seasonal shift is the cross-quarter holiday of All Hallow’s Eve (Samhain) and All Soul’s Day, and it marks the beginning of the winter season. This means the temperatures here in the Northern Hemisphere will continue to […]

If you’re anything like me, by mid-February, you’re feeling what I refer to as the “February blahs” — that point in the month when you’re completely over the snow and gray skies, and instead, you’re itching for sun and flowers.  Is it just me? No, I don’t think so.  If I were a betting woman, then […]

My kids LOVE making cups of hot chocolate on cold winter days. I mean, there’s nothing like coming in from playing in the snow to find a warm, rich cup of something tasty to thaw you out. It’s also a favorite companion to curling up in bed with a good book as well. However, having […]

Hi, friends! I’m back with another weekly vlog. This week, (9:15) I’m sharing a bit more about our homeschool style and the rhythm/schedule I’d like to try out during our winter break. Tuesday is Election Day here in the US, (32:43) so I’m heading out to vote. Later in the week, (36:40) we have some […]