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Whether you’re new to the green scene or a seasoned botanist, caring for your leafy companions can be both an art and a science. Here’s how to keep your houseplants thriving, from the moment they join your family to their ongoing care. Acclimating Your…
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After covering the essentials for starting with houseplants, let’s dive into some nice-to-have items that can elevate your plant care game. These aren’t strictly necessary but can make a significant difference in how healthy your plants stay and how much time you spend on…
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Bringing a new plant home is an exciting thing, and there are a few things you need on hand to get started. In this post, I’ll list all the no-fuss needs for every beginner. I would consider all of these to be essentials and,…
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Making herbal salves is a simple way to keep your medicine chest stocked and it’s something I really enjoy. My love of salves started when I finally decided to formulate a better (read: petroleum free) alternative to Aquaphor for my kiddos’ eczema. I was…

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I have had a love-hate relationship with coffee for most of my life. Throw in hormones, stress and just life in general and it hasn’t always been kind to me. I’m not sure I realized how much the quality of the coffee I was…

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1 cup cilantro leaves, large stems removed 1/2 cup pickled Jalapenos 2 tablespoons juice from pickled Jalapenos 1 cup vegannaise 1/2 C plain Cashew yogurt 1 heaping tablespoon dry ranch seasoning 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 T lime juice (fresh) 1/4…
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This is one of my favorite ways to eat potatoes. It has become the requested dish for me to bring to potlucks and parties. I credit the extreme amount of dairy that I manage to stuff in this dish. It’s a pretty quick recipe…
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When I worked for a catering company as one of my first jobs, shrimp poboys were a popular catered sandwich choice. Up until that point, I, along with my siblings, believed seafood was terrible and wouldn’t touch it. However, one day at work there…
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These pancakes whip up quickly and give the classic diner pancakes a run for their money. The dairy free yogurt adds a little sweetness and helps with the texture without weighing the batter down. The merengue adds the fluffiness it needs without altering the…
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These cookies are a family favorite. It’s a good thing this recipe has a high yield because they don’t last long with everyone reaching for them! You will need: 1 C butter, softened1 C white sugar1 C brown sugar, packed2 tsp vanilla extract 3 large…