Author Archives: beiersdo

Burst of Spring Transforms my Farm

Posted on March 26, 2012

I love these crocuses!  Crocuses are one of the earliest spring bulbs to “come alive” and their color stirs excitement every time I see them.   I love looking outside and watching the “greening of spring” on my farm.  The spring … Continue reading →

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Easy Homemade Laundry Soap

Posted on March 21, 2012

I love to nurture nature, save money, and make something to use that really works!  Why don’t you give these laundry soaps a try and let me now what you think. Basic Laundry Soap Powder Just double or triple the … Continue reading →

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Making Dreams Takes Hard Work

Posted on March 11, 2012

This weekend I took my first steps toward realizing a dream I have been thinking about for years!  I am proud, excited, and desperately exhausted….. When my husband suffered a debilitating heart attach 3 years ago, our lives turned upside … Continue reading →

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The Suds on Shampoo Bars

Posted on March 11, 2012

I have always purchased shampoo from the store.  I’ve tried shampoos made by a wide variety of companies over the years, with all kinds of attributes.  Some I bought repeatedly, others not so much.  Most liquid shampoos I’ve used require … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Eclairs are Scrumpcious!!

Posted on February 15, 2012

Valentines Day was yummy at my house this year.  I came home from a tough day at work to find my husband had fixed a wonderful supper that tasted heavenly.  I wanted to do something nice for him in return. … Continue reading →

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History Revisits in Peculiar Places.

Posted on February 14, 2012

My small farm has the good-fortune of having a creek work its way through the property.  It is located between my house and the garden.  It probably is more accurately described as a drainage ditch, but I like to think … Continue reading →

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Tree Falling from an Icicle « Photo Nature Blog

Posted on January 30, 2012

Tree Falling from an Icicle « Photo Nature Blog. I have been following the Photo Nature Blog and recently I got a photograph that I had to share.  This picture is amazing! Nature at it’s simplest and best.  Please click … Continue reading →

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Comfort Food Anyone?

Posted on January 29, 2012

  Everyone can think of a “comfort food” they turn to when feeling a bit needy.  I love anything related to bread or dough and this recipe is quick, inexpensive, and easy. I’d like to share a recipe for Spaetzle … Continue reading →

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What is the Simple Life?

Posted on January 18, 2012

We unfortunately live in a culture where every self-respecting individual feels compelled to schedule each minute of the day with some kind of productive activity.  Adults go to work, meet with friends, go to the gym, work late hours, work … Continue reading →

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Squeaky clean and loving it…

Posted on January 8, 2012

I made a batch of soap before Christmas I was so excited about, I could hardly wait the four weeks required to complete the cure, before using it.  I used my standard olive oil and goat milk soap recipe but  … Continue reading →

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