Welcome to the Hearth and Soul Hop for August 14, 2012—the food carnival for and about food that not only nourishes our bodies, but our souls!
Am I the only one who feels like it is the middle of August and somebody turned up the activity meeter to full-tilt? Oy! This return to busier schedules has me focused on practical resources, which is why the following highlights from last week caught my eye. Each one is a make-at-home solution for common things we buy saving a few pennies for the long list of back-to-school items we need.
Homemade Ketchup by Happy in Dole Valley
Amazing Homemade Glass Cleaner by Whole New Mom
Six Natural Air Fresheners by Our Homemade Happiness
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Thanks so much for featuring my homemade ketchup this week!
I completely know what you mean by the activity meter being turned up…I sat down to write a blog post this morning and decided it was time to take a blog break for this exact reason! Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Blessings, ~Lisa
PS: Just read and LOVE your food philosophy, especially #7 because relationships ARE more important than food!! It’s one of the biggies we focus on with our kiddos so that they don’t act like food snobs when we’re dining with others.
Well said!
Lisa @ HappyinDoleValley recently posted..And then it was time for a little blog break…
Aw, thanks Lisa, I appreciate that you took the time to read it and comment — that is so encouraging. I know what you mean about a blog break, it has been a stressful summer and I am feeling like it is time to take a break to refresh personally. Blessings to you!