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Save money and live wisely! Organic food and farm-raised, quality meat and produce definitely cost more up front. Trust that you’ll reap the benefits on the other end because you’re seeking good health, but also learn the least expensive ways to source real food, plus where to save on natural living practices. No need to go broke!

Recipe for the MOST frugal homemade vanilla extract you can make! Use a quarter of the beans and half the time!! Easy instructions for gift ideas.

The Least Expensive Method to Make Homemade Vanilla Extract (& It’s Faster Too!)

I hate when stores start Christmas preparations as soon as back-to-school stuff is put away. But if you want to make the easiest homemade vanilla extract as a lovely foodie Christmas gift or to use to make your homemade Irish Cream truly from scratch, you’re going to have to start in August! Luckily I have

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Need gluten free school lunch ideas? Here's a huge list, plus some considerations for peanut allergies.

Back to School on a Gluten Free Diet: How to Pack Gluten Free Lunches

I’ve covered plant based lunch ideas, but maybe you need ideas for gluten free lunches? Here’s a huge list, plus some considerations for classmates with peanut allergies. It doesn’t take extra time or energy. Just a few simple swaps and some creativity! It takes me half an hour to pack food any time we have

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deviled eggs are a healthy party food

Can You Take Your Weird Real Food to a Party with Normal People?

Finding healthy party food to please a crowd is hard! Not to worry! I have some easy ideas for healthy food for parties and potlucks. Eating with others – the normal people – is always difficult when you’re committed to staying away from the “Standard American Diet” and consuming traditional foods. There’s often a lot

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Ideas for a Front Yard Garden: Get Rid of the Lawn and Grow Food Instead!

One summer day I was watching my neighbor meticulously patch his lawn after spending a half-hour edging the sidewalk and all I could think was, “If he spent that much time and care on a vegetable garden, he could feed his family all summer long.” There are so many ways we could use more of

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Rinsing lentils in a colander

Kitchen Hack for Getting Free Nutrition in Only 2 Minutes a Day!

Every year, as spring inches closer, folks begin getting into their gardening groove. I totally understand. When it comes to getting the most bang for your nutritional buck, certainly not much beats growing, harvesting, and preserving your own food. But what are those of us with a brown thumb to do? We love our Farmer’s

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repurposing kitchen egg carton container

Monday Mission: Repurpose Kitchen Containers as Unusual (Frugal) Storage Methods

While others are meticulously organizing their cupboards and pantries or posting beautiful pictures of their type A storage systems, I’m taking the alternative route and showing you some ways I use what I have and watch for strange and unusual storage solutions. Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to throw away and recycle

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Simple, Frugal Homemade Gifts for Kids: Books on CD, Playdough Kits, Bathtime Fun

I believe in the simplicity and thoughtfulness of homemade gifts, especially for young ones. In fact, I truly believe we need to pray for a return to a greater appreciation of simple times and simple toys. (See my food gift ideas and useful stocking stuffers too.)  I’ve had a lot of fun creating homemade gift

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