While opting out of chemical laden food seems like a no-brainer for everyone, there's another not-so-obvious industry that effects all of our daily lives. Whether it's hand soaps, lotion, shampoo, or make-up, cosmetics and skincare products carry some of the most toxic chemicals out there. So how do we combat this problem? In this podcast episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by my friend Emily Toups. Emily is the founder of Toups & ...Continue Reading
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Season 7: Episode 9: Real Food is Expensive: Myths vs. Reality
Have you ever wondered why real food can seem so expensive? I know I have, and there were even times in my life where I opted to take the cheaper route when it comes to my food choices. However, please be aware that the price you're paying for your food doesn't ultimately doesn't reflect the total cost. In this podcast episode, I cover the true costs of some of your favorite foods, different ways to maximize your food budget, why soy ...Continue Reading
Top Reasons For Tomato Leaf Curling
There is nothing more amazing than harvesting those ruby-red romas or vibrantly colored heirloom tomatoes. Many home-gardeners pride themselves on the success and health of their tomato plants. When something out of the ordinary happens, it can be heartbreaking. And finding that your precious tomatoes have tomato leaf curl can be one of those heartbreaking moments. I have been one of those gardeners left wondering “Why are my tomato ...Continue Reading
DIY Organic Aphid Spray Recipe for the Garden
Our new greenhouse has drastically expanded our short growing season... But it's also expanded my garden challenges. Especially when it comes to pests-- something I usually don't have to worry *too* much about, considering we garden in the arctic (aka Wyoming)... The Surprise Guests in My Greenhouse... The kids ran into the house one March afternoon announcing there were tiny eggs all over my spinach. Honestly, I ignored it ...Continue Reading
How to Can with a Water Bath Canner
I got my first water bath canner at a garage sale for $1. You would have thought I'd won the lottery. I left that garage sale feeling giddy... I kept wanting to look back over my shoulder because I was certain they'd realize I'd just made off with the deal of the century. I was a newbie homesteader back then, but I was on the cusp of adding canning to my homestead skill repertoire and knew that it was going to be something that ...Continue Reading