Earth day is April 22nd and is a day the entire family can enjoy and have some fun together. You can use this day to teach your children about caring for the earth.You could also join together and make a few earth day crafts. Here are a few Earth day crafts to consider. #1 Nature…
There is nothing nicer than home grown beans. A fresh bean with that snappy crunch when you are eating them raw is priceless. You can’t get that crunch from shop bought beans, as they have been off the bush for too long. They are a warm season crop and are perfect for putting into summer…
Sundays are the perfect time to read inspiring and uplifting quotes, don’t you agree? This will hopefully be a new feature here on Just Dabbling Along so I hope you enjoy! Have a wonderful week!
This recipe combines some of our favorite flavours of spring, especially asparagus! Did you know, I never tasted asparagus until I became an adult? As soon as I had it though, I was hooked. I love the classic paring of garlic and lemon with asparagus and this recipe combines that with another favorite, juicy shrimp….
As the weather warms up, many of us begin to feel motivated to do a good spring cleaning in and around our homes. Spring cleaning is an essential part of clearing out the stuffy remnants of winter and making room for the new. There are a few misconceptions about spring cleaning, and it is important…
This post is a guest post. St. Patrick’s Day, which falls on March 17th, is celebrated around the world. For many people this festival brings to mind Irish leprechauns, dressing in green and, of course, pints of Guinness. However, there is more to St. Patrick’s Day than just beer and fancy dress and this article…
If you live in an area with distinct seasons like I do, there are natural limitations to when you can grow vegetables outdoors. In the spring, you have to wait until the threat of frost has passed and soil temperatures reach acceptable levels. Then, before you know it, shorter days and cooler temps will return…
One of our family’s favorite dishes to make and bring to gatherings is deviled eggs. They are easy, use a homestead staple (thank you chickens!), and are delicious! More often than not we choose to make the classic style but sometimes it is fun to try a change and spice them up a bit. I…
I am so glad spring is here, aren’t you? And although the weather has turned warmer, there are still days that are rainy and damp and still a little chilly. As I’ve said before, I love soup and I especially love making up a pot on a chilly day. Served with a fresh crusty bread…
A huge part of being a homesteader is growing your own food. In order to grow your own vegetables, you need to know when to plant them, right? Figuring out when to plant vegetables in your area requires a little detective work. In addition to your geographic location, you’ll need to consider a few other…