Kathleen | Roots & Boots
My Top 6 Thyroid Resources
Several readers and friends have asked recently, so I thought I’d share my top 6 thyroid resources that have been most helpful to me in understanding hypothyroidism. [Note: While I personally deal with HYPO-thyroidism, many of these resources will also apply to HYPER-thyroidism, or will correspond to resources on that topic.]
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Decorating with Junk: Old Doors and a Giant Map of Texas
The results of a few recent “Decorating with Junk” projects… Shelf of Love Remember this awkward corner of our master bedroom? Well, it’s still not finished. But this display shelf–made from an old door from my dad’s barn, plus wooden brackets and shelves we had on hand–turned out fantastically!
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Yet Another Reason to Love the E-cloth
We’re still loving our e-cloths here at the Yankee Homestead. Have you tried them? I thought I’d give a quick report on yet another reason to love these microfiber cleaning cloths: they remove permanent marker! Recently, I picked up a few ex-library CD’s at a local used book sale.
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Recommended Family Resource: The Singing Bible
Just the other day, out of the blue, Older Brother asked if I would load The Singing Bible onto his ipod. [Note: He received a tiny ipod and docking station for his 6th birthday, in order to listen to quality literature during his rest time. Yes, it was expensive, but we considered it an investment in…
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Fudgy Popsicles {gluten & sugar free}
These fudgy popsicles are one of my favorite real food, kid approved treats. Adults love them, too! So good, and so easy to make!
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Homemade Hand Sanitizer {with essential oils}
Honestly, I’ve never been a big fan of hand sanitizer. We rarely use it. For starters, it dries out my hands. And I was less than thrilled to learn about the ingredients in most mainstream versions.
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Family Resource: My Quotable Kid
“I may not be able to snap or whistle, but I’m a fierce fighter.” Older Brother uttered these words one day last December while working on his Nature Calendar. I would have absolutely no recollection of that hilarious statement, had I not recorded it in this fun little journal gifted to me by a friend.…
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Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part Four}
Did you read the first three posts in this series on essential oil diffusers? Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part One}–features to consider Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part Two}–my personal experience with two mid-range options Which Diffuser is Right for You? {Part Three}–all about doTerra’s official diffusers, plus one low-cost option I…
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My Best Finds at This Year’s Book Sales {Part One}
Recently, I attended a used curriculum and book sale with a friend. (Not to be confused with our huge, local book sale. More on that sale later…) This annual used curriculum sale was geared toward homeschooling families in that all the vendors are home schoolers looking to sell their gently used curriculum, books and materials.…
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Kitchen Island Re-do
This project has been on our list for some time now, and I’m so thrilled it’s finally finished! I’ve always loved this piece: it’s got a great story–plus a family connection–and it’s just the right size, shape and “look” to serve as our kitchen “island.” [Warning: Many photos to follow…]
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