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Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed peppers are a yummy, healthy way to enjoy all the nutrients in a variety of vegetables. Whatever’s in abundance in the garden can be chopped and added to the stuffing. Read More…
1 Comment | Posted in Healthy Eating, Healthy Living, Recipes
Learning From Two Years of Breastfeeding and Adding A New Baby
Abbie is still learning from her breastfeeding successes and struggles, and she is setting some goals to help breastfeeding go even more smoothly after her second child is born. Read More…
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Finding My Inner Activist
Do you hesitate to actively stick up for your beliefs and ideals? Abbie shares her journey towards discovering her inner activist. Read More…
1 Comment | Posted in Activism, Ecological Responsibility, Environmentalism, Green Living
Maple Sugaring Season
On our little farm in Connecticut, sugaring season is the ultimate sign of rebirth and renewal, marking the end of the long, cold, dark winter and the beginning of spring. It seemed perfectly fitting that my son, warm and safe inside my womb, would be a part of this experience just weeks before he was born. Read More…
6 Comments | Posted in Ecological Responsibility, Love of Nature, Natural Learning
New Year, New Food
I’ve made a list of ten foods that I’ve never grown before. I want to learn about them and learn to grow, cook, and preserve them. They’re not “new” foods, but they’re new to my garden. Read More…
9 Comments | Posted in Ecological Responsibility, Feeding With Love, Green Living, Healthy Eating, Healthy Living, Love of Nature, Recipes
Planning for Play
Abbie is dreaming about a new play room – she lists ideas for several play areas, and she’s looking for more input! Read More…
4 Comments | Posted in Cleaning and Organizing, Natural Learning, Playtime, Practical Home Help, Reading
Cooking with Pumpkin
Have you ever thought about doing something with your pumpkins other than carving them? This post is all about how to select, store and cook with a traditional fall favorite! Read More…
1 Comment | Posted in Feeding With Love, Healthy Eating, Healthy Living, Recipes, Starting Solids
Canning Unsweetened, Chunky Applesauce
Home made applesauce, what a great way to jump into autumn, and canning! Even if you’ve never canned before, this is a great way to start! Read More…
8 Comments | Posted in Ecological Responsibility, Feeding With Love, Green Living, Healthy Eating, Healthy Living, Recipes
Fun Family Learning: Lichen and Air Quality
Want to spend some time outdoors and have fun together as a family while exploring the natural environment? Look no further than lichen!
Leave a comment | Posted in Activism, Ecological Responsibility, Environmentalism, Homeschooling, Love of Nature, Natural Learning
This Land is Our Land
A farmer is connected to the sun, seasons, weather and land in a way that’s difficult for non-farmers to understand. I want to be sure that my son grows up connected to the land.
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3 Comments | Posted in Activism, Ecological Responsibility, Environmentalism, Love of Nature, Natural Learning, Playtime
