Women constantly put other things and people ahead of themselves. It's time to put yourself back on the list and take time for self-care in the new year. Many years ago, I was watching an episode of Oprah where she was talking about living your best life. In all of the things that were said on that episode, most of which is a blur all these years later, the one thing that has always resonated with me is that Oprah said we need to take care of ourselves. Specifically, as women, we need ...
Homemaking
Homesteading & Self-Reliance Goals for 2019
My overall goal is to be more self-reliant in 2019 than we were in 2018. Self-Reliance means we will be able to do more for ourselves and save money in the process. The time between Christmas and New Year's is a wonderful time to reflect and set goals for the coming year. I am taking lots of me time while my husband is home from work to focus on reflection, goal setting, and planning for 2019. Homesteading & Self-Reliance Goals My overall goal is to be more self-reliant in 2019 than we ...
Setting Goals for 2019
Setting goals for the new year is always a wonderful way to reflect after the holidays and set yourself up for success in the new year. I started Happily Homegrown to share our homemaking, homeschooling, and homesteading journey. Over the last few years, things went off track. There were seasons where it felt like nothing could be accomplished and everything took extra effort. More effort and energy than I could muster. Physical illness, as well as mental health challenges, prevented me ...
Stocking Stuffers for Campers
Do you need a camping stocking stuffer to finish up your holiday shopping? Whether you are shopping for an RV enthusiast, a backpacker, a hunter, or even for your favorite Girl Scout or Boy Scout, camping gear is always an awesome and practical gift. The items on this list may all be stocking-sized, but that doesn't mean they won't create some happy campers this holiday season. This Christmas, I'm buying camping gear and accessories for my husband and all three children. What other camp ...
Gifts for Great British Bake Off Fans
If you know anyone who is obsessed with The Great British Bake Off as I am than they are sure to love these gifts this holiday season. Cooking and baking have been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. Even when I was a little girl, I would check out cookbooks from the school library and bring them home to ask my grandmother if she would cook with me. My mom and I would spend time on Saturdays folding laundry and watching cooking shows on PBS. As I got older, and cooking shows ...