7 Simple Ways to Improve Sleep

7 Simple Ways to Improve Sleep

At the end of my ideal day, I take my super-relaxed self back to my bed, pull back the covers, crawl between a set of smooth, clean sheets and lay my head on a lavender-scented pillow. With a smile on my face, I ease into a great night’s sleep. Does this always...
10 Simple DIY Gifts for Moms

10 Simple DIY Gifts for Moms

We’re all about simple and frugal in our house. When it comes to gifts, we’re fond of practical as well. And if the kids can have a hand in creating them, even better. As Mother’s Day approaches, I’ve been thinking about my favorite gifts...
How to Prepare Loose Leaf Tea

How to Prepare Loose Leaf Tea

DIY Friday is a weekly post that shares my most recent contribution to diyNatural, an awesome blog designed to help you live naturally and create a sustainable lifestyle. I’ve loved tea for as long as I can remember. Growing up on a farm with “herb &...
How To Unplug & Enjoy Life

How To Unplug & Enjoy Life

The Internet. Oh, the Internet. I love it and I hate it all at the same time. I love that I have information at my fingertips (thank you Google & Pinterest!). I love that I can stay connected to friends and family. I love that I can write and share my heart with...