I think we're are gaining ground.  There has been a shift away from the purchased conveniences of modern living, women and men are begi...

Roots from the palm trees are invading our backyard drains and after thinking about it for some time, Hanno decided to take action.  He call...

Change is in the air. I can feel it in my bones. Housekeeping, the acts of budgeting, food production, home cooking, cleaning, and caring...

I am often asked what areas people should simplify first.  That question really has a lot of answers, depending on the person asking.  The g...

Girl in the pink dress asked for a post on making wholewheat/wholemeal bread.  I made some yesterday so here are my thoughts.  The most impo...

I was asked to do a post on making butter. It's not something that is generally part of my household tasks but I do make butter when I ...

Well ladies and gentlemen, I've made my own liquid soap, tested it for a few weeks, and now I'm happy to recommend it to you. I'...