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Handwritten

Posted on May 16, 2018 by makingofahome

Handwritten recipes upon note cards. In the world of recipe-ridden Pinterest, I fear this practice is falling (or has already been strewn) by the wayside. But the writing itself is so very powerful, isn’t it? When I read a recipe written … Continue reading →

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Honey Lavender Walnuts

Posted on April 11, 2018 by makingofahome

My girls and I have really been trying to adjust our eating habits throughout the school day. Instead of snacking on crackers, pretzels and tortilla chips, we are trying to move our snacking to the non-processed variety. This … Continue reading →

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Makin’ Kraut

Posted on July 17, 2017 by makingofahome

I love cabbage in an obsessive, kind-of-creepy way. I adore it raw in salads, sautéed in butter, and cooked down alongside a big ole’ roast in a low and slow oven. But perhaps my favorite way to enjoy this curciferous … Continue reading →

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In Gratitude

Posted on April 13, 2017 by makingofahome

Awhile back, I use to post trinkets of thanks each week. I felt that in expressing my gratitude I was able to put positive vibes out into the atmosphere, and illustrate that it is often those seemingly minuscule or insignificant … Continue reading →

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Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

Posted on March 3, 2017 by makingofahome

After finding my family’s old ice cream maker in my dad’s basement a few weeks back, I decided it was time to test it out again after over 25 years. The ice cream maker still worked great, and I was … Continue reading →

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The Apothecary

Posted on February 16, 2017 by makingofahome

About a year ago, my husband bought me this fabulous piece of furniture for a late birthday present. I had been eyeing it for a couple years at a great local shop, and I knew exactly what I would use … Continue reading →

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Herbal Energy Balls

Posted on February 10, 2017 by makingofahome

A few years ago, while attending the Mother Earth News Fair, I was lucky enough to attend a seminar led by herbal guru Rosemary Gladstar (I chronicaled our trip here.) She was such a wonderful speaker: so brilliant in her … Continue reading →

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