When you are working with a budget, saving on food costs is paramount. One way to lower the cost of your grocery bill is to utilize leftovers from your meals. These tips come in handy when I tend to overcook or just can’t simply finish a meal. They are great for the holidays as well.… Read More >>
Ever wonder why some cappuccinos and lattes taste better than others even when they are made from the exact same ingredients? Chances are, the taste variation is in the froth or foam that sits on top. A good froth has a smooth texture because it’s created with the smallest of bubbles, referred to as micro-foam.… Read More >>
If you love the combination of mango and avocado, this quick and easy mango guacamole is definitely for you. I’ve tried it smooth, and chunky, and am a fan of both. The ingredients you’ll need are super easy, and inexpensive, too. Mango guacamole has become a favorite dipping appetizer at our family functions, and other… Read More >>
Do you use the internet for everything these day? Now, with smartphones keeping the internet with us at all times, there are plenty of ways we can use the internet to save on our grocery shopping. Aside from the ones I use below, I recently started using the Target Cartwheel App, which is for some… Read More >>
When we moved onto five acres and inherited the chickens that came with the house, I had no idea what was in store. But I am in LOVE! My husband keeps telling me that I need to treat them as farm animals, which they are, but they are so much more. And nothing he says… Read More >>
I always believe that happiness doesn’t just affect your emotional well being, it can also affect your health. When you’re happy, not only do you feel better all over, but you can actually stave off aging. Even for myself, being happy and positive makes me look, and feel younger! Here are my tips on how… Read More >>
One of last year’s Spring projects was build a greenhouse out of old recycled windows that were left in the barn when we bought our new house. Build a greenhouse to have a year round garden. It’s great in the winter time, and you can even turn it into a studio, or workspace. Read More >>
Who knew that something so small can be so powerful? My journey of launching Living5x5 and living my life loud and clear has barely just begun, but I know and believe there is always room for improvement and making my business, life, and world even more AWESOME! I’d like to share my journey with you and… Read More >>
When we’re on the road to success, we often hit a bump. But these bumps are what makes your experience so unique. I truly believe why failure can be a success. I could tell you how many times I’ve failed, and in the end, I’ve learned why these things happened. In order to succeed, you… Read More >>
Since I’ve planned and designed my garden two years ago, I also had to go through the “planting” stage. Building (or reusing) garden beds, adding and fixing last year’s irrigation, and getting the planting done. Here’s where all the magic happens and I’m excited to share my experience with you. Here are a few photos… Read More >>
