Backroads mom

Many people ask what are you into? What do you like to do? I usually make my answers easy. I’m not one for idle chit chat, however if I were to answer honestly I would say everything. I don’t want to ever stop learning I don’t ever want to stop exploring or trying new things. I may not be the most adventurous person (I’m probably not going to sky dive in my old age) you know, lol but my mind never stops. There are so many things I want to know and learn. Something has definitely come over me this year. A creative side waiting to be harnessed and explored. I have no idea where this comes from or where it’s been all my life. Perhaps just put on the back burner. This is why I’ve decided to blog. You can learn with me.

I hope to learn to be a better Gardner using natural resources. Saving seeds and composting. I love to watch the birds bees and butterflies enjoy my garden as much as I do. Nothing better than watching things grow.

Cooking is a must and I’m always looking for ways to improve family favorites. My family started a low carb diet back in January so we have tried many great keto friendly recipes. More to come on this.

I also love doing Dyi projects, just recently finished a mantle for our man cave.

I hope you enjoy learning and exploring with me. Sometimes age brings you to a good spot. Where you can grow and prosper!

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• Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)
  Properties: volatile oil, flavonoids, Valerianic acid, coumarins, tannins, glycosides, salicylate Values: antispasmodic, sedative, anti-inflammatory, bitters, anti-septic, anti-bacterial, prevents vomiting. There are many varieties of chamomile, but only two are used medicinally. — Roman chamomile, a perennial and German chamomile an annual. Chamomile tea helps with muscle aches, strains, arthritic pain, and menstrual cramps. Chamomile reduces… Read more: Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)
• Lemon balm
  Lemon balm ( Melissa officinalis) A delicious lemony mint family plant. It has an uplifting and relaxing effect on the mood and body. It can aid and improve memory and attention span. It is aromatic cooling and mildly astringent. It can be useful in colds, flu and digestive upset. It is antiviral, used topically on… Read more: Lemon balm
• Lavender ( lavandula officinalis)
  This is perhaps one of my all time favorite herbs to grow, harvest, smell, and make products with. It’s a hardy perennial with a heady smell and the pollinators love it as well. Lavender is quite easy to grow in zones 5-8, however it does need a sunny , warm location with well drained soil.… Read more: Lavender ( lavandula officinalis)
• Herbal favorites!
  As the weather warms up and spring is headed this way I started thinking about the garden. I’m sure I’m not the only one excited to get out there and get my hands dirty! I have decided to do an herbal series in my blog. It’s what I’m most passionate about. Gardening, holistic health and… Read more: Herbal favorites!
• Crockpot apple cider
  It’s the season for all things spicy and warm. Apple cider is one of those things that elicits warm and fuzzy fall vibes. Store bought apple cider isn’t healthy with all the additives! So I decided to compile a delicious homemade alternative! This recipe is quick and simple. It’s a great way to use up… Read more: Crockpot apple cider

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