Day: May 14, 2023

Does anyone else live by to-do lists? I make one at work for the rest of the week on my days off. I call it my ta-da list. I’ve been feverishly working every single week and I am finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. I have one large project, okay two large projects to do still. To replace the tub surround and to finish up my kitchen floor.

I will tackle tasks one at a time. That’s the power of a good ta-da list. It helps me stay organized and efficient without feeling overwhelmed.

Overall, making ta-da lists helps me be more productive and less stressed. It’s a simple yet effective tool that anyone can use to improve their life.

It may seem silly to some, but having a list gives me direction and purpose. It helps me focus on what needs to be done and gives me a sense of accomplishment when I can cross things off.

Plus, it helps me prioritize what’s important to me and make time for the things I love.

I encourage you to try it out for yourself. Make a ta-da list for this week, or even just for today. Start with the small things, like making your bed or doing a load of laundry. Then work your way up to the bigger things.

Remember, taking care of ourselves should always be a top priority, and start conquering those tasks one by one.

Facebook unpublished my husband’s church page for no reason whatsoever. He’s never had a violation or anything on there. This is the second Sunday now that his page remains unpublished. Hume United Methodist Church, Hume MO just poof gone at the will of Facebook.

I personally have not used Fakebook in over a year or more. But for our small church, this page has helped so much. My husband appealed the decision but they have not republished his page as of today.

This is the latest I have read as of today and it is on MxM news that Facebook is censoring Title 42 migrant influx news.

Sad so very sad. This is not the America I grew up in. Where voices can’t be heard. Journalists can’t journal. Preachers can’t preach. But the loony toons of the world get a platform every which way they turn. The AI’s are being run by demoncrats. I am sure if you put a topic into the AI that the left disagrees with it probably will not cooperate with you.

All 30 of our chickens were murdered and my husband surprised me with all new chickens last weekend. Not babies but full-grown laying chickens.

The loss of our previous flock was devastating, but my husband’s thoughtful gesture brought hope back to our homestead. We spent time getting to know our new chickens and learning about their individual personalities. It’s amazing how these tiny creatures have come to mean so much to us.

Now, we must take steps to ensure their safety and security. We’ve researched to build a stronger and more secure coop. It’s a small investment to ensure the well-being of our feathered friends and the sustainability of our egg production. It’s heartwarming to see the new chickens settling in and already providing us with fresh, delicious eggs. We know that taking care of them is not just a responsibility but also a privilege. These chickens are integral to our family and homestead. We will continue to do everything in our power to protect and cherish them.

This year I really want to work on power banks for energy for my home and I want to keep increasing my food supply via gardening and canning and prepping.

One of my biggest passions in life is homesteading and canning. There’s just something so satisfying about growing your own food and preserving it to enjoy throughout the year. Not to mention, it’s a great way to save money and reduce your environmental impact. You can wash and reuse your jars from canning.

Last year, I was really proud of the bounty I was able to harvest from my garden. I had everything from tomatoes to peppers and cucumbers. And when it came time to harvest, I spent countless hours canning and preserving my vegetables. I made salsa, tomato sauce, and even some soups. It was hard work, but it was so worth it.

This year, I’m excited to take things even further. I want to expand my garden and try growing some new things, like melons and sweet potatoes. But I also want to focus on sustainability and self-sufficiency. That’s where my interest in power banks comes in.

By building a power bank for my home, I can rely less on the grid and more on my own renewable energy sources. I plan to use solar panels to generate power, which I can then store in my power bank. This way, I can continue to power my home even if there’s a blackout or other power outage.

Last year I also started making tinctures for our medicine cabinet. I’ve spent countless hours of research and I’ve bought books about herbal medicine.

It’s been such a rewarding experience to learn about natural remedies and how to make them myself. I feel empowered to take care of my family’s health in a more holistic way. I’ve made a pokeroot tincture that has really healed me and my husband from some ailments this year. I’ve made a cayenne pepper tincture to use in case of an emergency with a possible heart attack and the tinctures have many uses not just one thing. I’ve made a wild lettuce tincture, chickweed tincture, nettle tincture, etc… When I look in my yard now I don’t see weeds I see things that can actually help my medicine cabinet out.

In addition to growing my own herbs and plants, I’ve also learned how to preserve them through drying and making extracts. It’s amazing to think that I can use what I’ve grown in my garden to make remedies that can help with colds, headaches, and even inflammation.