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Creamy White Bean and Veggie Stew (grain-free)
With cool Fall weather, soup is a welcome meal. This simple recipe for Creamy White Bean and Veggie Soup is nourishing and yummy. The...

Sarah
Nov 11, 20183 min read
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Einkorn Banana Nut Bread (sugar-free)
Since my family is on a Sugar Fast, I'm developing recipes for baked goods that have no added sweeteners. This recipe for Einkorn Banana...

Sarah
Nov 2, 20183 min read
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Using (Shortened) Monopoly to Teach Math, Finances, Character, Charity, and More
Games are one of the most effective ways to teach children. Games allow kids to learn while having fun, and the learning occurs without...

Sarah
Oct 29, 20185 min read
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Sugar Fast 2018
I've noticed lately that my family has been eating more sweets over time. Nothing totally out of control or obsessive, but nonetheless...

Sarah
Oct 19, 20183 min read
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Sausage, Apple, and Cheddar Stuffed Acorn Squash (grain-free : gluten-free : nut-free)
My garden produced abundant acorn squash this year, so I've been experimenting with different ways to prepare it (besides the classic way...

Sarah
Oct 8, 20183 min read
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Grain-Free Sandwich Bread v2.0
Since my husband still feels better when he avoids eating grains, I've developed a new grain-free sandwich bread recipe. My previous...

Sarah
Oct 4, 20182 min read
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Homeopathic Remedies for Breastmilk Supply Problems
I've written previously about the number one tip for optimizing breastmilk production. However, when that doesn't work, there are...

Sarah
Sep 25, 20183 min read
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Avocado and Tomato Salsa Bowl
Currently, my favorite quick lunch is the Avocado and Tomato Salsa Bowl. This simple recipe requires no cooking and comes together in...

Sarah
Sep 17, 20181 min read
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Daily Quiet Time
If I could recommend just one daily routine for families, it would be Quiet Time. Being able to stay home with our kids is a true...

Sarah
Sep 14, 20186 min read
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Easier, Less Messy Way to Cook Bacon
I used to cook bacon the "normal" way: on the stovetop in a skillet, splattering bacon grease all over myself and the stove. Years ago,...

Sarah
Sep 10, 20181 min read
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Sauteed Mushrooms
Mushrooms sauteed in butter, with garlic and green onions: this simple side dish cooks up quickly and complements many different meals. I...

Sarah
Sep 6, 20182 min read
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Quick and Easy Scallops Scampi
This recipe for Scallops Scampi is simple and delicious! The scallops are quickly pan -seared, and then seasoned with butter, garlic,...

Sarah
Aug 31, 20182 min read
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Ginger and Dark Chocolate Trail Mix
Crunchy, salty, sweet, and spicy: my family has been enjoying this Ginger and Dark Trail Mix recipe for a few months now. This recipe is...

Sarah
Aug 26, 20181 min read
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Crispy Nuts
Nuts can be part of a healthy diet, but they do require some preparation in order to optimize their nutrition. All nuts contain phytic...

Sarah
Aug 26, 20182 min read
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30 Human Body Books
2022 UPDATE: A few more books were added to this list for older kids based on our most recent exploration of the human body. My children...

Sarah
Aug 16, 20183 min read
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Our Homeschool Curriculum for 2018-19 (with an 11-year-old and an 8-year-old)
We homeschool year-round, but each August we officially start our new school year. It is a fun and exciting time when we dive into our...

Sarah
Aug 10, 201811 min read
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Our Year-Long Study of the Ancient World
Last school year, my kids and I embarked upon a year-long study of ancient history. Rather than focusing on memorization of dates and...

Sarah
Aug 1, 20186 min read
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Homeopathic Remedies for Colic
My eldest child had colic when she was a baby. She would cry for hours every day, and it seemed like nothing we could do would help. If...

Sarah
Jul 23, 20185 min read
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Einkorn Lemon Shortbread Cookies
Mildly sweet, rich lemon cookies: this simple recipe has only a few ingredients and is easy to make. These cookies are made with Einkorn...

Sarah
Jul 16, 20182 min read
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How I Taught My Kids to Stop Whining
Like many others, both of my kids started whining when they were toddlers. It always bothered me when they whined. I tried the usual "ask...

Sarah
Jul 10, 20183 min read
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