Busy Being Jennifer

What doesn't kill you make you blonder

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DIY Sweater Mittens

Hi, I am Valerie. I am a Mom to 5 kids ages 19, 15, 5, 3, and 1 with a grandbaby due in June. We live in west Michigan and help run a family hobby farm. We do our best to raise our food and repurpose what we can to keep a small footprint. We try to live as frugal as possible so that I am able stay … [Read more...]

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Create and Crave #21

Hey Hey Hey! Welcome Back to the Create and Crave party!!! We LOVE to Create beautiful things and share the things we're Craving! And we're so glad you're joining in on the fun! We can't wait to see what you've been Creating and Craving this week! Your Hosts: Jennifer from Busy Being Jennifer … [Read more...]

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Healthy Strawberry Kiwi Chia Seed Smoothie Bowl Recipe

I am working REALLY hard at eating well and sticking to this gluten-free & grain-free elimination diet I'm on for a few more weeks. Let me tell ya folks, its not easy! Especially at the end of a long day, when I'm too tired (or lazy) to cook. I've learned, the hard-ish way, that if I take the … [Read more...]

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Everyday Uses for Essential Oils

I am an Essential Oils BELIEVER y'all! I've been using them, learning about them and slowly incorporating them into every aspect of my life for the last year and a half! Essential oils are a natural way to treat skin conditions, scent the home, and stay healthy. They are cold-pressed from natural … [Read more...]

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Random Acts of Kindness Origins (+ RAOK Ideas for Kids!)

Random acts of kindness is a movement that has been around for a while, and is steadily catching on. Chances are you’ve been the recipient of a small token of kindness from a stranger, or you have provided some change to a stranger in need at the grocery store or cafe. Perhaps you found a book left … [Read more...]