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Perfect Gifts for Farm Kids | Roots & Boots

Perfect Gifts for Farm Kids

It can be tricky to find the perfect gifts for farm kids, so I’ve worked hard to put together a list of tools, gear, and other things we consider to be essential for the kids on our own small farm.  

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Clean Cast Iron | Roots & Boots

The Best Way to Clean Cast Iron (Stainless Steel & Glassware, too!)

Keeping my cast iron pots and pans clean seemed like a major chore until I discovered an amazing solution.  It really is the best way to clean cast iron, and stainless steel and glassware, too!

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The Real Cost of Raising Meat Birds | Roots & Boots

The Real Cost of Raising Meat Birds: Year One

What is the real cost of raising meat birds?  Is it worth it? For my family, the answer is yes.  Definitely.  Absolutely!  Today I’ll show you the numbers and provide a list of our exact costs as we’ve raised our own meat birds over the last two years.

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12 Ways to Use Clove Oil | Roots & Boots

12 Ways to Use Clove Oil

Clove oil gives off a warm, spicy aroma that always reminds me of fall and the holidays.  But clove oil also provides important health benefits.

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Shortcut Pork Carnitas

Shortcut Pork Carnitas

These Shortcut Pork Carnitas are a new family favorite at my house and I’m excited to share them with you today!

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33 Ways to Use Lemon Oil

Looking for a few new ways to use lemon oil? Lemon is one powerful essential oil: use it to support immune function, respiratory health, digestion, mood, energy, and more.  Plus it’s great for cleaning, deodorizing, and general grease, grime, and stain removal. I like to start each each day by

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Must-Have Essential Oils for Travel

Must-Have Essential Oils for Travel

When your personal oils stash includes more than 80 singles and blends, it can be hard to narrow the collection down to a manageable list of must-have essential oils for travel.

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Starting a Farm is Like Having a New Baby

Starting a Farm is like Having a New Baby

Starting a farm is like having a new baby. It was exciting and new and such a blessing to realize God had provided this land, this home, this adventure, but it has also been

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How To Dry Green Onions | Roots & Boots

How to Dry Green Onions

Learning how to dry green onions is almost as easy as learning how to grow them, which means you get to enjoy fresh green onion taste all year long!

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Essential Oils for Good Mood | Roots & Boots

Essential Oils for Road Trips

Whether you’re traveling solo, with the fam, or with your best gal pals, these essential oils for road trips will totally elevate the experience.

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