If you’ve noticed a dip in posts on hol FAMILY — you’re right! We’ve had a busy few months since our big move from Canada to the coastal Carolinas. Between unpacking, settling into new schools and routines, and establishing a whole new life here, things have been hectic, to say the least. One of the … Read more
Raina Cordell
I’m kind of a made from scratch girl. Not always by choice. Some days I wish I could just grab something pre-made to save myself the stress and time, but alas that will never be the case. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and mostly grain-free prepared foods just don’t exist, and if they did I’m certain they’d cost … Read more
I can honestly say that last winter was one of the hardest seasons I’ve ever lived through. I’ve been through a lot in my life, but nothing could have prepared me for that. It was so bad that our family finally said “enough is enough,” packed our bags and headed south…for good! Let me back … Read more
When all of the hoopla with CBD oil began, I remember vowing to myself, “I will NOT give my child marijuana.” Fast forward eighteen long months and a whole lot of trial and error with improving our son’s behavior, and I found myself holding our first tiny bottle of full-spectrum hemp oil. It took a … Read more
A few months ago, I wrote about how my loving husband got me a poop test for Mother’s Day. Talk about romantic! All jokes aside, I actually had been wanting to get an inside look at my gut health for a long time. So when many other Moms were receiving chocolate and roses, I opened … Read more
I’ve often been told that my kitchen looks somewhat like a science lab with odd concoctions brewing on my counters. Many people recognize things like sauerkraut and pickles, but the one that I get the most questions about is kombucha. Is it a mushroom? Is it Jello? Is it an alien?! It may look like something out … Read more
The clock read 4:59 AM, taunting me with the fact that I still had one solemn minute before it would begin its blaring BEEP BEEP BEEP. I often wake just before my alarm, but this time I could sense something different. As I blearily rubbed my eyes, adjusting to the dark, I realized there was a … Read more
Growing up, I was addicted to apple juice. I couldn’t digest milk, and back in the 80’s, milk alternatives like Almond milk and Coconut milk weren’t readily available. I can still remember being served sippy cups of those giant cans of apple juice that you had to pierce open with a special tool. Little did … Read more
When our oldest son was born, we had all of the same hopes and dreams that most parents have for their children. Would he grow up to be a doctor, a lawyer, a musician, or a chef? We dreamed of little league games, piano recitals, trips to Disneyworld, and more. Like all new parents, none … Read more
Long before our son was diagnosed with High Functioning Autism, we already knew he had some pretty major sensory processing issues. Like many other kids who struggle with sensory processing, our son had some major sensory seeking and sensory avoiding behaviors. Out of desperation to control his behavior and help him with emotional regulation, we stumbled across … Read more
I’ve talked before about the amazing health benefits of magnesium. This tiny powerhouse controls over 300 different functions in the human body, including bone health, mental health, heart health, and so much more. The problem is, most of us aren’t getting enough magnesium in our diet. Unless you are eating 100% organic and choosing foods … Read more
There is nothing better than homemade jam. The freshness and flavors are just unlike anything else you can find on a store shelf. I never really got in to making large batches of preserves to keep for months on end. I prefer the easy, quick method that allows us to dig right in and enjoy … Read more