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Local Bite – Week Three Reflection

Local Bite – Week Three Reflection

Whew!  Well, I can safely say that Week Three of our Local Bite Challenge definitely went better than Week Two did! Maybe it was a shift in my perspective. Maybe the Universe was trying to give me a break. Whatever it is, I'll take it! One simple thing we have learned is just to purchase more meats and cheeses.  Higher…
May 3, 2014
Local Perspective – Oh, The Things We’ll Make!

Local Perspective – Oh, The Things We’ll Make!

I am thrilled to introduce you to Tracy from Oh, The Things We'll Make! Tracy is an incredibly creative Mama who is continuously coming up with new and inventive ways to celebrate life on a daily basis! From her five minute pouch, to her handmade soap, her can-do DIY attitude is incredibly inspiring. Additionally, Tracy has a deep love for…
April 29, 2014
Local Bite Mini Challenge ::: Week Three ::: One Meal

Local Bite Mini Challenge ::: Week Three ::: One Meal

Welcome to our third Local Bite Mini Challenge! Your challenge this week is to create an entire meal using only locally sourced items!  Now, don't panic! I know we're still early in the challenge and there's not a lot growing in certain areas. For just this reason, you can pick any meal you'd like; breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Your meal…
April 28, 2014
Local Bite – Week Two Reflection

Local Bite – Week Two Reflection

I am a very detail oriented person who leans towards being quite black and white about things under stress. I like things to be as perfect as possible whenever possible.  It's a challenge I've been working to overcome for a long time now. I am a work in progress. Honestly, this week can be broken down into a single word:…
April 26, 2014
The First Seeds

The First Seeds

Last weekend, in celebration of the warm days, the extended forecast (no hard freezes in the foreseeable future) and the inspiration to sow some seeds, we finally got outside for a couple of hours, cleaned up a few of the beds, and pushed the first seeds of 2014 into soil! There are still many beds to get for the season,…
April 25, 2014
Local Perspective – Books Worth Reading

Local Perspective – Books Worth Reading

I am very excited to introduce you to Tatiana from Mama Philosopher today! Tatiana is a passionate educator, mother, homesteader and local food advocate! She firmly believes that we can all "figure out (our) truth and (live) it", which is a statement I deeply resonate with and is a part of this whole adventure in local eating! Tatiana's gentle nature…
April 22, 2014