Dearest Readers, I was hoping to have a Kitchen Stewardship Gadget Wishlist update for you by today, as well as the rebuttal to the whole “soaking grains” practice that I alluded to on Monday. Those aren’t prepared. Maybe I’ll work on posting the whole wheat chocolate chip cookie recipe that people (my own mother included) [...]
Entries from December 4th, 2009
Mental Mission: What Did You Throw Away Today?
December 3rd, 2009 · 20 Comments · Avoiding Waste
We are in the midst of the season responsible for more trash than any other. What? Did you expect me to say more JOY than any other? I want to feel joyful about the earth I’m leaving behind for my kids. I’m building their faith lives, but I teach them about being good stewards, too. [...]
Advent Daily Dose: Busy Prayer, Part Two (The Gifts)
December 3rd, 2009 · 2 Comments · Uncategorized
Yesterday I explained my philosophy of busy prayer, of integrating prayer into your busyness rather than letting your to-do list rule you. I gave tips for praying while baking and shopping. Today it’s gift time. Here’s how to pray while you: Make homemade gifts, cards Settle in to appreciate the simplicity and ability to pray [...]
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What is Whey? Where Can I Get It? (How to Make Yogurt Cheese)
December 2nd, 2009 · 63 Comments · Frugality, Recipes
If you’ve read anything from the Nourishing Traditions world about soaking your grains, you’ve seen the recommendation to use whey as an acidic medium. I prefer it for soaking my oats because I have found it least likely to impart a sour flavor to the finished oatmeal. What is Whey? My brother, a big weightlifter, [...]
Tags: lacto-fermentation·soaked grains·soaking grains·whey·yogurt·yogurt cheese
Simple, Frugal Homemade Gifts for Kids: Books on CD, Playdough Kits, Bathtime Fun
December 2nd, 2009 · 25 Comments · Do It Yourself, Frugality
I believe in the simplicity and thoughtfulness of homemade gifts, especially for young ones. In fact, I truly believe we need to pray for a return to a greater appreciation of simple times and simple toys. (See my food gift ideas too.) I’ve had a lot of fun creating homemade gift ideas for all the [...]
Advent Daily Dose: Busy Prayer
December 2nd, 2009 · 1 Comment · Uncategorized
Are you feeling busy yet? I know my lists start to pile up about now: Christmas cards, family photos, cookie baking, gift buying, meal planning, party attending, gift wrapping…what am I missing? I’m always missing something! That’s why my lists pile up! As much as I’m working on quiet prayer, I’m also a huge advocate [...]
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Kitchen Tip: My Easy, Cheap Appetizer = Deviled Eggs
December 1st, 2009 · 35 Comments · Frugality, Kids in the Kitchen, Recipes
Did I say “cheap”? Whoops! I meant “frugal”. That’s much more politically correct. I also mean to say, “Appetizer? Don’t make me bring an appetizer? I can never think of a good appetizer?” As much as I do in the kitchen, for some reason grazing foods to feed a crowd aren’t my forte. Simple deviled [...]
Tags: appetizers·eggs·party food
