Canning Tomatoes in Water Bath: A Complete Guide

Tomatoes are probably my favorite thing to grow in my garden. Because of my abundance, I’ve spent countless hours canning them.  If you also have a love of tomatoes and ...

Why Are Sprouted Grains Healthier & How to Sprout Grains

By sprouting grains, you significantly up the nutritional value of bread. The process is time-consuming but very easy easy and rewarding. For many years now, sprouted bread (aka Ezekiel bread) ...

Guide to Being a Successful Lazy Gardener

I’ll unashamedly wear the label of lazy gardener Maybe you’re like me and have a plethora of interests or activities that eat away at your time. Or maybe you’re experiencing ...

Irresistible Rhubarb Muffins with Streusel Topping

Rhubarb season is in full swing and these rhubarb muffins with streusel topping perfectly capture the tangy flavors of rhubarb in a sweet and satisfying treat. My moist and tender ...

RV Pre Trip Checklist + Essential List for Your Next Adventure

Whether you’re a seasoned RVer or you’re just starting out on your RVing adventures, inevitably something is missed in preparing for a trip. We have enjoyed camping and RVing for ...

Growing Alpine Strawberries: The Ultimate Guide to the Sweet, Petite Fruit

A couple of years ago, I ventured into the world of Alpine Strawberries. Quite honestly, I was pretty ignorant of them at the time.  Today, I’m sharing all about Alpines ...

Canning on a Budget: How to Preserve Food Without Breaking the Bank

If you garden or buy in bulk, canning is an incredibly rewarding and inexpensive method of preserving your harvest. Today, we are going to focus on the costs of canning ...

Whip it Good: How to Stabilize Whipped Cream So It Lasts for Hours (or Days)

Like most of you, we recently celebrated Mother’s Day. Our day consisted of church, brunch, presents, shopping, and dessert for dinner. It was a big day and we needed whipped ...

Get Ready to Thrive: Expert Tips for Hardening Seedlings for Outdoor Planting

Spring is right around the corner, and it’s time to start preparing seedlings for their big move to the great outdoors. After many years of gardening and starting seeds indoors, ...

Minnie Winnie Renovation: Replacing Rotting Walls in a Camper

About a year ago, I announced that we had sold our renovated travel trailer and bought a 2002 Winnebago Minnie Winnie 31R. That sounded like a happy little event in ...