I responded to another blogger recently who had a column about not worrying if things are perfect. I totally get it, and concur. My motto is "good enough". Life if too short to worry about keeping my home spotless (it will NEVER happen), or my hair always styled, or doing my best to perfection at … Continue reading Life’s Lesson: Sometimes “Good enough” is perfect
Author: foxpineshomestead
Overnight Easy Homemade Granola
I found this recipe in a magazine many years ago, and it's still my standard go to granola recipe, made with modifications along the way. And it's way cheaper than fancy bags of granola in the store for $6.00 a box! It will make 10-11 cups of granola. Store it in an airtight container up … Continue reading Overnight Easy Homemade Granola
Homestead and Farm Hacks
I found the following article on line. It actually will refer you on to other articles, but the compilation is cool, & I thought it had some pretty good ideas. If you ever had a cow kick over a bucket of milk, or need to estimate the weight of a pig or cow, here's some … Continue reading Homestead and Farm Hacks
5 Common signs of a Pet Scam
Pet scams are quite prolific on the internet - just ask anyone in the pet industry and chances are they are aware of some or even had clients involved. I've had clients reports scam for puppies, kittens and even parrots. My thanks to Maplecroft Studio for doing photography of my litter of Ragdolls: Pet … Continue reading 5 Common signs of a Pet Scam
My 15 Absolute Favorite Kitchen Tools
There are certain kitchen tools I just could not live without. The favorite things I reach for everyday. The items that get left out on the counter. I find I love looking at kitchen gadgets online and in stores. But how often would I use some of them? Gadgets tend to be specific to one … Continue reading My 15 Absolute Favorite Kitchen Tools
Taco Soup for the Soul
Sharing this because it sounds so terrific! Source: Taco Soup for the Soul
Creating a bird habitat for bird watching
I am a bird watcher. Not a true birder, in that I don't often go out with a pair of binoculars trying to check bird species off my life list. But I do watch from the kitchen windows and sit on the deck watching. I can get lost and forget time. Because I have created … Continue reading Creating a bird habitat for bird watching
Should you share your cell number? Probably not.
One of Life's lessons is knowing what to share, and when. And, just as important, when NOT to share. I recently read this article, published on the Good Housekeeping site. And I totally agree, in today's digital world, it is too easy to go find information on almost anyone. Especially if you have access to … Continue reading Should you share your cell number? Probably not.
Why I Don’t Mince Garlic Anymore
I love to cook, but certain jobs are just tedious. Take mincing garlic for example. It's easy enough to chop, but mince those tiny cloves, when I need a lot? I never end up with minced pieces the same size. So I came up with a kitchen hack that works great. And since I have … Continue reading Why I Don’t Mince Garlic Anymore
3 Ways to Clean the Kitchen Sink
Did you know the kitchen sink is the dirtiest, germ-i-est place in the house? More than any part of the bathroom. You probably disinfect your toilet more often than the kitchen sink. Food particles, meat juice drippings, blood and dirt off vegetables can lurk not just in the sink itself, but especially in the drainer, … Continue reading 3 Ways to Clean the Kitchen Sink