It’s Not About the Stuff – My Philosophy Behind DIY

Years ago I thought it was my obligation to deny myself the things I needed and wanted. “Make do,” I said. “Don’t be materialistic,” I said. “Save money,” I said. I thought my only options were to buy what I wanted or do without – the world of DIY really hadn’t opened up to me yet. I don’t remember when I started reinventing and refurbishing furniture, decor and just about anything that didn’t move. I think I’d just had it with doing without and decided it was OK to make my home look and feel the way that I wanted. Do you long for your very own happy place? Back when the kids were small and we had a full house, I guess I didn’t think my desires mattered. Getting through the day, taking care of my kids, meeting others’ needs, being available for the ministry…well, those things were first … Read more

Keep Your Lettuce Sweet – It’s all in the timing

Keep It Sweet – Lettuce Last year’s lettuce was fabulous. My mom had told me a couple of years ago that I shouldn’t plant my own lettuce because it becomes bitter. Her experience left a bitter taste in her mouth (pun intended) So, as always, I wanted to find out why and did a little research and experimenting. This is what I discovered: If you are having problems with your lettuce tasting bitter, pick it in the morning, wash and dry it and put it in the fridge for a day. It should sweeten up. The hot sun of the day can dry it out and make it bitter. It usually recoups over night in the dew. Be sure to water the lettuce in the morning – the water helps the lettuce survive the hot sun later in the day that can strip it of its sweetness. We also added … Read more

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