Category: Keeper of the Home

2017 Meal Plans

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Below are links to current and past meal plans that we have used here at our house. We do have many of the same meals on a semi regular basis but I try to work in new meals and recipes from time to time. I try to include links to most of the recipes that we use also.

Please feel free to use these plans to make your own meal plans for your family. You can also check out the Keeper of the Home tab for more information and ideas.

January 1-7, 2017 Meal Plan

January 8-14, 2017 Meal Plan

January 15-21, 2017 Meal Plan (Pantry Challenge Week)

January 22-28, 2017 Meal Plan

January 29-February 4, 2017 Meal Plan

February 5- 11, 2017 Meal Plan

February 12- 18, 2017 Meal Plan (Pantry Challenge Week)

February 19- 25, 2017 Meal Plan

February 26 – March 4, 2017 Meal Plan

March 5 – 11, 2017 Meal Plan

March 12- 18, 2017 Meal Plan

March 19 – 25, 2017 Meal Plan

March 26 – April 1, 2017 Meal Plan

April 2 – April 8, 2017 Meal Plan

April 9 -15, 2017 Meal Plan

April 16-22, 2017 Meal Plan

April 23-29, 2017 Meal Plan

April 30 – May 6, 2017 Meal Plan

May 7 – 13, 2017 Meal Plan (Pantry Challenge Week)

May 14 – May 20, 2017 Meal Plan

May 21 – 27, 2017 Meal Plan (Pantry Challenge Week)

May 28 – June 3, 2017 Meal Plan

June 4 – 10, 2017 Meal Plan

June 11 – 17, 2017 Meal Plan

June 18 – 24, 2017 Meal Plan

June 25 – July 1, 2017 Meal Plan (Pantry Challenge Week)

July 2 – 8, 2017 Meal Plan

July 9 – 15, 2017 Meal Plan

July 16 – 22, 2017 Meal Plan

July 23 – 29, 2017 Meal Plan

2016 Meal Plans

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Reblog: Stuck for Ideas for Christmas Presents for Your Man?

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I know it may be too early for some of us to think about Christmas while others have already finished up their shopping but some of us are kind of piddling with ideas and while working on my own list I found this article which I thought I’d share with you all:

via Stuck for Ideas for Christmas Presents for Your Man?

Baking Soda Drain Cleaner And Freshener

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In my post about the wonky smell, I mentioned that I cleaned my kitchen drains with a baking soda and vinegar mixture. However, I have come to realize that some people don’t know how to do this. It’s really quite simple and I’ll explain it here. (I’ll try to take pics or maybe a video to post along with this the next time I do it.)

Not only is this easy it’s also a cheap way to clean and maintain your drains and garbage disposal. These ingredients are environmentally friendly as well. I have also used this method to clear drain clogs as well as toilet clogs.

We have also found that this helps a lot when we have gnats and/or fruit flies hanging around the kitchen! Continue reading “Baking Soda Drain Cleaner And Freshener” →

Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

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So yesterday morning something was smelling really funky in my kitchen. I had a bowl of really ripe bananas that I thought may have been the reason for the smell. I decided to make some muffins with them but DS4 wanted chocolate chips in them too. He loves chocolate just about as much as I do so I thought it sounded like a pretty good idea.

If you want to find out what the funky smell was then click here. Continue reading “Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins” →

Weekly Challenge

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I know a lot of us are busy making our holiday plans but my heart is heavy. As I was surveying my pantry for items I need for our Thanksgiving dinner I was hit with just how blessed we are. There are many families, here in our own country, states, and cities, that don’t have food for tonight much less food for Thanksgiving.

So I am going to pick out some items from my pantry and maybe pick up a couple of things at the grocery store to donate to a food pantry or church who is giving out Thanksgiving baskets.

I have been the recipient of these gifts before and I know how much I appreciated it. I know there have been times, as a single momma, that I wasn’t sure if we would have a special dinner for Thanksgiving or not. I am so thankful for all those that did give when it was needed.

So my challenge, for those that can, is to participate in a food drive this holiday season. It doesn’t take much, you don’t need to buy a whole meal (unless you feel led to), nor do you need to buy the most expensive things. Each item would be greatly appreciated. Maybe you have an elderly neighbor or coworker that you could invite for dinner. Your reward will be so much greater than what you give.

If you are having trouble this time of year and you are in need there are many local resources available. Many churches, schools, and other organizations are there to help.

God Bless!