Category: Biblical Homesteading & Feasts
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Embracing God’s Path: Transition from MBA Career Woman to Homemaker, Homeschooler, Homesteader, and Grandmother
Commemorating the third anniversary of a home invasion and arson, the author reflects on experiencing several life changes including a pandemic, losing loved ones, and joyful events. After striving towards a worldly, independent lifestyle, the author faced burnout, reevaluated her ambitions, and embraced a God-centered, service-oriented life. Now, expecting a…
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Understanding the Biblical Feasts with a Christian Perspective: A Co-op Lesson Plan
In exploring biblical feasts and Jewish holidays, the author created a lesson plan for middle school students about the fall feasts in Judaism – Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Sukkot. The lessons aim to introduce these feasts, their significance, and connections to Christianity. Activities include discussions, viewing relevant pictures and…
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Preserving Memories: A Guide to Safe Canning for Beginners
The article shares personal experiences and offers a beginner’s guide to safe canning, inspired by family traditions and the desire for self-sufficiency amid global uncertainties. The author discusses how to select quality ingredients, use proper equipment, follow reliable recipes, and notice signs of spoilage. The importance of economic readiness, investment…
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The Great Brownie Recipe Experiment: Fine-tuning a Family Favorite
Our family conducted an experiment to perfect their brownie recipe, testing variations of ingredients like sugar, cocoa, and milk. Results showed that adjustments could improve texture and taste. They plan to reduce butter, increase milk, and substitute some sugar with maple syrup. Feedback on their original recipe is welcomed.
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My Fall Garden: Gardening in the Autumn Zone 8b/9a
Welcome to the heartwarming season of fall! In this article, I’ll share valuable gardening tips and insights, including expert advice for fall gardening, a planting schedule for cool-season veggies in Zones 8b/9a, and essential products and resources. It’s crucial to understand your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone for planning. Before planting,…
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The Essential Pantry: Checklist and Video Tour
Maintaining a well-stocked pantry is crucial amid rising grocery costs. By adjusting to inflation, a family of four would need about $254.40 weekly for essentials. A stocked pantry facilitates meal preparation during emergencies like natural disasters or illnesses. It’s a wise investment, and careful organization and storage are essential for…
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Mom’s Diner: Great-Depression (1930’s & 40’s) Inspired Dinners
As I was doing research for a homeschool co-op lesson on the Great Depression, I was inspired to take on the best of the era’s cuisine in my own kitchen. From chicken sliders to wacky cake, depression meatloaf, and hearty navy bean soup, to Goulash, homemade pizza, a Poor Man’s…
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Instagram Suspended Vintage Virtues
This morning, I logged onto Vintage Virtue’s Instagram page to publish this post about 2 Peter 1:5-7. However, I was met with a message stating that the account was suspended. It only took two days of social media presence for Instagram to deem my account as inappropriate. Apparently, the account…
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As Culture Shifts, How Are You Maintaining Traditional Values?
Traditional Values Declining. Although there is “nothing new under the sun,” cultural values tend to undergo shifts over time. There is a growing trend towards individualism, self-centeredness, and the pursuit of wealth, reminiscent of historical civilizations like Sodom & Gomorrah and the Israelites of the Old Testament. According to a…
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The Joy in Meal Planning: Freeing up Time for Fun!
The author enjoys meal planning and has created breakfast and lunch menus for August to help reduce daily stress in cooking. Utilizing free printable calendars from General Mills and the school district menu for inspiration, they planned meals that included various dishes. This organization allowed for more leisure time, culminating…
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Great Depression Peanut Butter Bread Recipe & FREE History Lesson Plan
The content discusses a lesson plan on the Great Depression featuring a revamped Peanut Butter Bread recipe. The new version is cheaper and reflects the era’s resourcefulness while engaging middle and high school students in historical context, food rationing, and practical cooking techniques. Students will understand the challenges faced during…
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Tradwives
Tradwives, a term for women embracing traditional homemaker roles, face criticism as a retrogressive trend. Advocates argue their choices enhance family life, offering quality time and education. While opponents label the movement as alarming or anti-worker, followers assert homemaking is valuable, challenging stereotypes and societal norms without associating it with…
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Burp your bottles? My Husband’s Homemade Kombucha Brew
Kombucha is a fermented tea with numerous health benefits, including improving gut health and promoting detoxification. While the author prefers KeVita Sparkling Probiotic due to its milder flavor, their husband enjoys brewing Kombucha with a SCOBY starter. The brewing process involves two fermentations and allows for flavor variations using fruit…
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A Lesson from Great Depression Peanut Butter Bread
During a video exploration of Great Depression era foods, a recipe for peanut butter bread piqued the interest of a mother and son. They calculated the bread’s cost at $5.73 and noted its similarity to banana bread in texture. Despite its taste, the cost prompted consideration of more economical recipe…
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Recipe: Adaptable Thai-Style Beef with Carrot-Basil Salad
Thai Beef Salad is a quick, adaptable meal that balances flavor and health, making it a family favorite. Discovered over a decade ago, this dish combines seared beef with fresh lime and basil over rice. It allows for various substitutions and is a household staple that invites personal twists.
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Clean Eating Vegan Eggplant “BLT” Sandwich Recipe
The writer, not an eggplant fan, discovered a Vegan Eggplant BLT Sandwich that changed their mind. They doubled the recipe, used liquid smoke for a smokier flavor, and cooked the eggplant in an Air Fryer for a crispy bacon substitute. The sandwich, made with an avocado spread, was a hit.…
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