Avoid boiling seas, languid animals and madness… In the northern hemisphere, the dog days of summer are the sultry, hot, sticky days from July to mid August. We call them the dog days, thanks to the Greeks and Romans. Ancient cultures mapped and named the constellations long before we got here. They associated the […]
So What’s in Your Mattress?
June 27, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
Did you know the typical mattress gains 10 –20 pounds over its life because your home contains millions of dust mites and their fecal matter live in mattresses, furniture, carpet, and children’s stuffed toys? Not a very pleasant topic but there is an easy, safe solution to a nasty household problem. Here’s the scoop: Dust […]
Have You Ever Had Someone Bring Out That “Mama Bear” In You?
June 24, 2011 by · 1 Comment
You know, when some person or some situation ignites that primal protection instinct and your inner Mama Bear leaps into action ready to defend & destroy! Has it ever been a real Bear? An excerpt from Wikipedia explains the concept of the Mama Bear! “…however, when a mother feels her cubs are threatened, she will […]
Father’s Day Family Favorite Recipes
June 7, 2011 by · 5 Comments
Dad’s are so easy! The way to a man’s heart really is through his stomach. Make these fantastic and oh so simple meals for dad on “his” day and watch the grin spread from ear to ear… throw in a little back rub and a few words of encouragement and his ‘tank’ will be filled. […]
Shanty? Fort? Survival shelter?- Complete Brilliance!!!
May 25, 2011 by · 1 Comment
This last Monday my kids were free! Yes, our homeschool year is complete and I, Kathy, am working hard on the Urban Homemaker! So freedom abounds for the Marsh Trio who are full fledged 2nd grade graduates! This week has been full of rain, but that is not a deterrent for the kids. They set […]
Cleaning Without Chemicals – 8 Key Considerations
May 19, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
I just received this testimonial about the all-purpose Norwex Enviro Cleaning Cloth: The other day my grandson was making “pancakes” out of silly putty at the kitchen counter. The moment I turned my back I found him making pancakes on the Living Room carpet! I was horrified at the mess on my new rug, but […]
Rhubarb Cream Pie
May 16, 2011 by · 3 Comments
Rhubarb is now in season! Here is a delicious, unusual twist on the traditional rhubarb pie since it contains eggs. Now is the time to harvest rhubarb and freeze 1″ slices in 2 cup portions for quick and easy fruit desserts this summer or later in the winter. Try the no-fail pie crust – it […]