Understanding of the Urban Impoverished- Infusing Hope in a Culture We Don’t Understand, was a four week study held Summer 2019 at First Evangelical Free Church in Sioux Falls, SD. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, consider this inspirational series from Barry Termaat and Rich Merkouris to center your love on things that matter. … More Develop a Heart For The Poor This Valentine’s Day
Felting combines two or more layers of wool into a single piece of cloth. Wrapping this around soap, the project makes for a unique, fun and easy gift! … More How to Make Felted Soap
I usually think of dogs as man’s best friend, however, your pet can be the environment’s (and your pocketbook’s) best friend too! Dogs, Cats, chickens and pigs may be the secret to consuming 90% of your food waste. Put them to work as responsible citizens and feed them your kitchen scraps with gusto! … More Five Surprising Reasons Not To Buy Animal Feed
How can an image be a powerful agent of change, improve hunger, decrease waste and improve the environment? And how can I win $200?!? Read on to find out! … More This Logo Will Get Attention (and gratitude) From Your Neighbors
Are you more crafty than a 2nd grader? My 8 year old daughter made these beautiful soaps and so can you! … More Gourmet Soap- Cheap, Easy and Fun to Make
If you have a cluttered closet and hate spending money on infrequently worn clothes, here is the solution for you: A clothing exchange! It doesn’t matter what size, gender or age you are- you have an excuse to organize or participate in a clothing exchange and party with your friends. … More How You Can Get Free Clothes, Organize Your Closet and Party With Friends
Tomorrow is the perfect time to say thanks to the friends and family who have nurtured you through life’s successes and challenges. As a belated “thank-you” to those who gave me gifts, I thought I would share my favorites. All are available to purchase locally and last minute! Also, consider this list for any of the gardeners you love with birthdays this year. (That would be all of them). … More Last Minute Valentine Gifts For The Gardener You Love
As you watch today’s game, consider this: 730 of the NRG Houston Stadiums could be filled with food Americans throw away every year. Meanwhile, about 50 million Americans are food insecure. Food disparities disproportionately affect children, seniors, African American, Latinos and rural citizens. But you are a key component to help! … More Be a Real Patriot; Reduce 730 Football Stadiums Worth of Annual American Food Waste and Donate to Families in Need
Baltic, SD is an example of true community. If only we all could gather in our shared gardens to better understand our commonalities. … More How Rural South Dakota Eats Without a Supermarket
Although a luxury, the treehouse is where kids learn some independent play. And when they sleep, the adults love to have their own time alone too. … More Why Your Kids Need a Second Home