Why Fevers Are Not Your Enemy

Growing up, my family didn't see the doctor very much. I think it was something that happened over time and over many bad experiences, because I remember going quite a bit when I was very young.  When I was first born, my mom made sure I had my well-baby checkups, that I was vaccinated, and cared for my …

Traveling on the GAPS Diet

The definition of vacation, according to Wikipedia, is "a specific trip or journey,  usually for the purpose of recreation or tourism."  It usually carries the idea of relaxation and a break from work.  My idea of a perfect vacation is quiet, sleep, and possibly a beach: mostly sleep, though.  That's not the kind of vacation …

Natural Gardening

  “The greatest fine art of the future will be the making of a comfortable living from a small piece of land.” ― Abraham Lincoln Growing up on a farm, I always appreciated the land.  Now that I live in the city, driving home gives me a sense of peace and calm.  I used to …

Local business: Wildhaven Soap Co.

If you read my post about farmer's markets, you know how much I love them!  In the post, I included information about several local farmer's markets, including location and time when they are open.  A woman that I work with had been recommending for me to try the Beloit Farmer's Market, as she said it …