Homemade Valentine’s are not a thing of the past! These cute Valentine’s will make any receiver know without a shadow of a doubt they are loved. Being a ranch ministry it is something we love to share…LOVE with animals! PLUS…it’s below zero here in Minnesota…so what’s a girl to do but craft! Each animal or gnome brings a smile just because of their huge tummies. I love how it makes it look like they are holding their tummies full of goodies! They may take you some time, but soooooo worthSEE DETAILS ..read more

The homemade key chain craz is hitting the craft fairs big time this year and heading into 2022 I think it will remain a great gift idea as well as craft for kids and grandkids! Easy to make with your Cricut machine and some imagination. Making them personal is always a special touch. I got busy this Christmas making key chains as we found some plexiglass in the barn. PERFECT for making this project and use it up in a wise way. Dan cut them up on his laser machineSEE DETAILS ..read more

January joy is so needed in the states where the cold and gloomy days get super long. What better way to fight through the blues than bring in some joy! Anywhere from date nights to decorating your home in color with ambiance to boot! Here are some fun ways to boost your winter blues to joyful days! TIP ONE: Try and have a day to clean your home or work space. Really dust off the desks, launder and chairs or bedding including throw pillows, and organize as you put thingsSEE DETAILS ..read more

My top 10 essential oils for travel are seriously not only for me but for our animals as well. When Dan and I travel I have my little pouch ready to go. I want to sleep well, have a clean space body and living area, wound care, and preventive care. All these in a little bottle needing a couple of drops. I also make sure to have my blends which are in roller bottles for easy application. Bergamot Essential Oil: The reassuring effect of this cheerful, uplifting citrus Essential Oil isSEE DETAILS ..read more

Christmas morning Dan and I make sure the Christmas music is playing stockings stuffed, the bible open to the Book of Luke, and hot chocolate along with Christmas Kringle are all special traditions we hold dear and never want to miss. The year 2021 was full of recovery mode and we will close this year being thankful for the breather! This special time to rest and celebrate our Savior who came so we may experience daily rest in HIM! HINT: Read the directions as you prepare this! First you makeSEE DETAILS ..read more

Don’t buy those canned creamed soups…just don’t! They are not only full of sugar your body does not need but much added fats your body will not burn. Instead take a few extra steps and make your dish have a healthy richness and boost of flavor using a fresh cream soup. You won’t be disappointed! My husband loves cooking homemade and really hated when I would buy the creamed soup to add to dishes! Really it was about money versus taste or health for him so he taught me toSEE DETAILS ..read more

DIY porch decorating hanging balls make any porch stand out especially when you add lights! OH… they are fun to do as well! Every fall Dan and I get busy thinking and creating new ideas for our Trading Post at the ranch and for our annual Harvest Hoedown. We love to go to markets and find what is really selling well and of course we focus on the country/western feel. When I saw these…WELLLLL I about flipped! It was an AWE moment as I know porch decor is hot andSEE DETAILS ..read more

DIY peppermint candy spoons with a twist is easy and will add to any Hot Chocolate or Coffee bar a perfect stir stick with a burst of flavor! I love how these turned out and with all the candy cane flavors now days…well TWIST away! Our daughter had a day off and it will be awhile before she has another, so I invited her over for our chocolate bomb making day. Last year was our first time trying this fun adventure so we will now make it a yearly tradition!SEE DETAILS ..read more

Make a gift be special by just adding a bow and tag to give the receiver an extra…WOW! You don’t need any fancy gift wrap. It’s all in the presentation which will make their day! Using fancy gift wrap is not only expensive, but to me they are pretty gaudy. The images take away the awe. I prefer simple with a country feel. Have you ever seen old westerns or if your a heartie, When Call the Heart and the general store keeper wraps up the package with brown paperSEE DETAILS ..read more

The spice Cardamom has been used for centuries to help with many health needs. A wonderful spice used for sweet baking can now be applied to a sweet immune boost. Using the essential oil will give you even more benefits! Basically, cardamom essential oil is extracted from the steam distillation process where the seeds of Elettaria cardamom are used. Cardamom has been used for various purposes including the perfumery, aromatherapy, and dishes. My favorite…cookies! The therapeutic properties include the following: – carminative, antioxidant, antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antispasmodi ..read more