The world is beyond chaotic here at the beginning of 2021. It is especially confusing for Christians in America. And the question continues to be asked, has God forgotten America? In this week’s Choosing Simple podcast, we answer this exact…
Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata) for the Common Cold and Viruses
At the writing of this blog post, we’re at the beginning of 2021. And here I am, talking about Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata), an herb you’ve probably never heard of. Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata) is great for the common cold and other…
2020 Recap | Purpose & Vision in the New Year
Oh friends, where do I begin. I thought that 2019 was the craziest year we’d ever have, welcoming the surprise baby we never thought we’d have, after 9 years of infertility. But I was wrong. You should never underestimate the…
Creamy Sweet Potato Casserole with Oatmeal Topping
Sweet potato casserole is one my my favorite holiday dishes. A few years ago my sister-in-law made sweet potato casserole with oatmeal topping, and it quickly became our favorite version of this holiday staple. The soft, cookie like oat topping,…
Seedy Bread | Healthy Wholegrain Bread Recipe
A healthy wholegrain bread recipe is often hard to find. An easy bread recipe is even harder to find at times. This bread is, miraculously, both wholegrain and easy. And it doesn’t leave that bitter, wholegrain taste in your mouth…
The Beauty of “Wait”
There has not been a single moment in my life where I have liked to hear the word “wait”. Wait for a vacation. Wait for a pay raise. Wait for the news from the doctor. Wait for the taco truck….
Easy Old Fashioned Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Icing
Every year I make these easy soft pumpkin cookies. Sometimes we like them with icing, other times I just want to keep it simple with some easy pumpkin cookies that don’t have icing. And still, other times I get crazy…
Why You Shouldn’t Make Instant Pot Elderberry Syrup
Every year my inbox floods with questions about making instant pot elderberry syrup. And every year I will always, always, tell you not to make elderberry syrup in the instant pot. Unless, of course, new studies prove me otherwise. Everyone…
Old Fashioned Apple Cake | A Family Heirloom
This old fashioned apple cake is one of my favorite family heirloom recipes. Specifically because it’s an old fashioned raw apple cake, which means it uses fresh apples. Often times, recipes will call for apple pie filling or cooked apples,…
The Year of Simplicity and Home
I think we can all agree that 2020 has been an interesting year. I’m sure there are a lot of emotions for different people—stress, sadness, loneliness, confusion. Likewise, there are emotions of happiness, joy, rest, organization, and simplicity. Ah, yes—the…
Medicinal Uses of Goldenrod & Goldenrod Tincture
There’s nothing more beautiful than seeing blankets of waving goldenrod in an open field. And if you didn’t know, the medicinal uses of goldenrod are just as far and wide and beautiful. This herb is one of nature’s greatest herbs…
How to Make Lacto-Fermented Dilly Beans
I love a lot of things from the garden, but when the beans come in, I get really excited. Fermented dilly beans are my all time favorite snack of summertime. While a lot of people like to make canned dilly…
