Using Diatomaceous Earth In Your Home

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You may be wondering just what the heck Diatomaceous Earth is and what is used for. Well Diatomaceous Earth or (DE) is a fine powder made up of tiny fossilized plankton. It has a variety of uses that range from cleaners, health and beauty products, pest control, etc.

It is also very rich in silica which is needed for healthy teeth, skin, nails, hair, and bones. We have used it here in our home for a wide range of issues. Most recently we have used it in our Natural Facial Scrub/Mask. I try to make sure to buy the Food Grade kind as I know we will be using them in so many ways.

Reseachers have found all kinds of health benefits to DE like: Continue reading “Using Diatomaceous Earth In Your Home” →

Homemade Jewelry Cleaner

I wear a lot of costume jewelry when I go square dancing. It just completes some of my outfits and adds a bit of sparkle which is so pretty when you are dancing and twirling.

What happens when your favorite jewelry loses that sparkle? Continue reading “Homemade Jewelry Cleaner” →

Square Dancing: Fall Festival Carnival Dance

Today we attended the NEFSARDA Fall Festival Carnival Dance at Palms Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville Beaches. There was a wonderful turnout and lots of lively dancing. I’m still a bit dizzy from all the whirling and twirling we did! Continue reading “Square Dancing: Fall Festival Carnival Dance” →

Homeschool: Mystery Science Free Subscription

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I just learned that Mystery Science is giving away a year’s subscription for FREE. I’ve reserved mine and you can too by clicking here.

I’ve looked over the site and some sample videos. I am excited to be trying this out here in our home. You can also click here to learn more about this company and the lessons they offer.

Square Dancing: November 17, 2017

We had a great time tonight in Starke. I danced holes in my stockings! Unfortunately I didn’t get any pics or videos to share however I do have a cute video.

This outfit is a secondhand outfit I bought. I absolutely love it although Mr. Awesome says it reminds him of a loveseat.

Hope you all have a great weekend!