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From 2007 to 2010, I suffered accidental Toxic Injury (also called Multiple Chemical Sensitivity or Environmental Illness). But, the forced time in bed has given me time to write. It has been such a blessing to work on my children's books and stories!-
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I love: God, family & friends, outdoors, gardening, animals, writing, reading, photography, cooking, music, dance, bare feet, long skirts, lavender & yellow, and chocolate.
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Category Archives: Children
Shelf-Stable Food
For the moldie life, camping, bedridden, in the car, times with no refrigeration, etc. 1. Baby food (I’m serious!) tiny jars/good serving size to use up and pitch the jar. I’ve had toddler meat sticks for emergency protein. I LOVE … Continue reading
“Dry Mulch” Method for Moldies
It’s not really dry; food waste needs water ultimately to break downBUT here’s a way to minnimize mold risk. Start with some safe dirt (I’m doing mine in a wheelbarrow and a circle metal thing off the patio. Lay things … Continue reading
Posted in Children, God's Grace/Encouragement, MCS/Chronic Illness, Mold/Mould, Uncategorized
Tagged fairy gatden, mulch, mulch pile
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Dozens of Leftover Beads
What do you do when one of your kids suddenly stops making crafts with beads? Pour a puddle of Elmer’s glue onto a plastic ice-cream bucket lid, Dump beads onto it Stir until pretty Let dry
Fun for Kids while living the Mold-Avoiders Traveling Life
These simple, cheap, and educational ideas can promote creativity, sibling involvement, and fun for bored kids. Continue reading
Posted in Children, Homeschooling, Mold/Mould
Tagged games, mold, simple games, travel, travel games
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Diet for Moldies
Eat everything. Continue reading
Food Nutrient Benefits
Following up on my post titled “Food for Health,” the nutrients listed there usually include these benefits: Magnesium (nuts): can help with sleep, sound sensitivity, binding toxins, and protein needs. N-acetylcysteine (NAC): can help rebuild the body after toxic damage. Probiotics: … Continue reading
How to create a “Pristine” Bedroom for MCS
If you can, replacing your flooring with tile is usually a huge help. This is because: Not only does ceramic tile NOT offgass, it also blocks whatever is below it pretty well (like subfloor with toxic glues or even apartments … Continue reading
How to Raise Great Kids
Notice my title is grammatically incorrect; it should read: How to Rear Great Kids. But I did it to make a point: don’t make little things into big things! Sure, it’s great to encourage your kids to do their best … Continue reading
Posted in Caregivers, Children, Homeschooling
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A Story Just for Fun
One day when our oldest was about 2 years old, he was bored and I had a mound of dishes to wash, so I told him I would tell him a story. My mom had mailed me some pretty, lavender, rubber … Continue reading
Posted in Children, Homeschooling, Humor
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CFS–Masking and Unmasking
Many people with CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) have found we also have numerous troubles with toxins and toxicants. In fact, many find the very root of our CFS is mold. Some find that chemicals have a big effect, too. With … Continue reading
