I recently had the opportunity to go along with Whole Foods on a trip to DiveMex Fair Trade Pepper Farm in Mexico. It was a day packed with activity and learning. It was an eye opening experience to get to visit a Fair Trade Farm in person, look at the crop production, and attend a […]
ThredUp Reviews: 80% off Brands You Love
Did you know that the average woman only wears 20% of her wardrobe and spends more than $1,000 each year buying new clothing? Wow. That is so shocking to me! I love a good deal and I do have to spend money on kids clothing each year because they are always outgrowing it but I […]
Mediterranean Tomato Pilaf Bulgur Recipe
Looking for bulgur recipes? They don’t have to be difficult to make. Today, I bring you a delicious tomato bulgur pilaf recipe from cookbook author Yara Shoemaker. She wants you to know that you can achieve a home-cooked meal quickly without the emergency help of boxes, cans and processed food. Things like this recipe with […]
Easy Sweet Corn Smoothie Recipe
When a friend introduced me to the corn smoothie, I couldn’t help but be slightly skeptical. Vegetables in smoothies? Wasn’t that a fruit thing? I love vegetables, ice, and smoothies, but I generally have strict guides in what kinds of foods should be combined. Despite these prejudices, I decided to be adventurous and try this […]
Family Attractions In Nashville, TN
I recently had one of my very best friends come to visit me in Nashville, Tennessee. She and her daughter came all the way from Utah. They were only here for a couple of days. Therefore, I wanted to pack in a lot and make sure she got to see what makes Nashville so awesome! […]
Making A House A Home: Finishing Touches
So you’ve bought the house, organized all the big furniture, such as a sofa and dining table, but it still doesn’t feel like home? Oftentimes it’s the little things that bring a home to life. Small details do make big differences, and in interior design–these are what separate the memorable spaces from the forgettable ones. If you’re […]
10 Creative DIY Teacher Gifts
Here are several knock-their-socks-off DIY teacher gifts that the teacher will actually love. These ideas are all fairly simple, take an eco-freindly approach, and will make a great impression. I hope you enjoy these creative DIY teacher gifts and let us know which one you make by using #familyfocusblog on social media. Some people like […]