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Down on the Farm… Brooklyn Style

My husband and I were born and (mostly) bred in small farm towns on the outreaches of Chicago’s suburbs. My high school had a thriving FFA chapter and tractors were not uncommon sights around town. His family, just 5 miles … Continue reading

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Six Items or Less

Today’s guest post comes from my friend and former student Kayla. As a fashion merchandising student, I’m supposed to constantly be on the lookout for new styles and designers. Also as a student in New York City, there is an … Continue reading

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Breastfeeding – Approaching a transition

Today’s guest post comes from my friend Michelle, who blogs at The Ahouse Adventures. It was always my goal to breastfeed Sophia through her 1-year birthday. From what I’ve read, and with the routine we’ve got down, it’s the best option … Continue reading

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A Glimpse of Farm Life

Today’s guest post comes from my dear friend Jena of Married to the Farm. True friends helping so us girls could get off the wagon for awhile A real heavy duty tractor, no frills My husband, working on the tractor … Continue reading

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What IS Normal?

Today’s guest post comes from Dea-chan who blogs at Craziness and More! Although I’m a fairly solid doomer at heart, and would love to be completely self-sufficient food wise, want to eliminate paper and have a composting toilet, I still have yet … Continue reading

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A Simple Toy

Today’s guest post comes from Laura of A Pug in the Kitchen. While I was pregnant with my son, I spent a lot of time reading.  I read everything I could get my hands on concerning pregnancy, child-rearing, education, green … Continue reading

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