Overdressed – Elizabeth Cline
hippiemommy
I started this book in 2012, when I was active in the slow fashion scene in San Francisco/Oakland. Since then, I’ve moved back to Colorado, raised 4 kids, and a…
God’s favor
I have two entries mulling around in my mind for tonight. I’m going to give this one a go first and then try the other one if my mind isn’t…
The many faces of self-righteousness
 I am currently reading Irresistible Revolution and I am really loving every minute of it.  The amazing thing is that God is bringing together my convictions, what I’m…
Colorado gifted and talented conference
After my big, bad VBAC post, I thought it’d be nice to have something a bit less controversial, lol. I am trying to get together some other homeschool mommies to…
Reproductive rights and amendment 48
–This may not be a post for pregnant mamas– This issue is extra sensitive for me right now, because one of my very dear friends is dealing with it head-on.…
Simple living… and walking
 Joe and I have been doing a lot of thinking recently on simplifying our lives. We took some huge steps last year, and now we’re re-evaluating the “untouchables” from…
Delight-driven vs. parent-led learning
Our homeschooling path was turned a bit upside down last week. My 4yo daughter has been begging to start school. I was planning on holding off another year, but she…
Is the Slow Food movement oppressive to women?
The main criticism that I have noticed popping up around the Slow Food movement is an idea that it is forcing women back into the kitchens and out of the…
My new apron
First, let me say that I am a huge fan of aprons. I love wearing them during the day. They keep my clothes clean, they look cute, and they are…
Consumerism and the green movement
I just read this article by Michael Pollan. He makes some really good points. It sounds like he’s on board with the Food, Not Lawns movement We’ve had in this…
My new favorite book
 If you’ve been thinking about going “green” or taking yourself off of the grid as much as possible, then I really recommend this book.  I stumbled upon it…
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