In 2021 when I really started my food journey, I had decided I was going to make my own pickles. Here in the United States, our government agencies (USDA and FDA, to name a couple) allow so many ingredients into our food that they classify as ‘safe’, but they are so bad for our health. […]
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Natural Sunscreen
It has been a long time coming, but after 4+ years of working with natural ingredients and getting the label SPF, we finally have an amazing natural sunscreen that is safe for the whole family! To say that I am excited is an understatement. This has been a request from so many customers, and I […]
DIY Teat Dip
When I started using essential oils all those years ago, I knew I wanted to incorporate them into my animals’ lives. From the dogs and cats to the horse and cows, even the chickens all benefit from essential oils. Not only is using essential oils more beneficial than using a chemical-filled product, but most times, […]
How Koneta Pastured Poultry Evolved
I knew nothing about Pastured Poultry until I decided to raise a few meat birds for us to put in the freezer. I mean, I got them for $1 marked down at TSC, so why wouldn’t I grab a few? 😉 Jeff was not impressed with my decision, but I was able to hide them […]
What are herdshares
I have gotten a lot of questions about what are herdshares since originally writing this post in October of 2020, so I want to address some of them and go into a little more depth for everyone. When I originally wrote this, I think I treaded lightly on certain aspects, as to not step on […]
Momma’s Homemade Potato Soup
I am not sure where this recipe came from, but my mom would make this for me all the time growing up. Now I make it for my husband throughout fall and winter and it is a major hit. Not only is it easy to make, but this recipe makes a big batch, so we […]
Thanksgiving Diffuser Blends
I know a lot of us like to skip over decorating for Thanksgiving and go straight to Christmas, or is that just me? Either way, we can all enjoy a time of being thankful and the aromas that go along with Thanksgiving. So before you start diffusing all those great Christmas diffuser blends, let’s enjoy […]
Detoxing Your Kitchen
Did you know there are more than 60 toxic chemicals in the average American household!? Those chemicals could be wrecking all kinds of havoc on your body and those who live in your home. From something simple like a headache to endocrine disruptors to cancer. These chemicals are no joke and should be avoided at […]
How to preserve eggs by water glassing
“Water glassing? What the heck is that?” That is what I said to myself when I first heard it. I had no idea what it was, but I knew I needed to learn. Did you know you can preserve eggs for months, like anywhere from 6-18 months!? I had NO clue, and that is probably […]
Vanilla Diffuser Blends
Have you heard? Vanilla is finally here!One of the most frequently asked questions I get is if I carry vanilla essential oil. Unfortunately, there is no such thing as vanilla essential oil due to the extraction methods used on vanilla. That being said, let me go into a little more detail, and don’t worry, there […]