Hersey Homestead

We all do it. The urge arises. We don't want to fall prey to our bad habit, but we crave it. We grab for our favorite salt and vinegar potato chips. We get those munchies. Trying to lose weight on a munchy diet isn't successful. Believe me, I've tried. Then there's the whole being an example for my kids. Whenever they got hungry they'd ask for snacks from the cupboard. It's just not the healthy lifestyle I envisioned for us.  So here's the way I curbed our junk food snack habits into something that is more healthy and beneficial for the whole family. The Fruit Bowl.  Ta-da! I know you were expecting something more sophisticated, but hear me out. Leaving a bowl of fruits & veggies out on the table provides easy access to healthy snacks, for when we get those munchies. I find my kids often asking for the apples, bananas, oranges, avocados or tomatoes set out on the kitchen table. They never asked for those before when I didn't have them...

Photo by Joni Labaron One day you'll wake up and find oils strewn about the house. They're on your night stand, in the bathroom vanity, up on the kitchen counter. You're swimming in a chaotic sea of oily goodness. But no more! Want to keep an organized collection? Check out these luxurious, essential oil holders I discovered! Made from 100% Onyx, these hold twelve 15 ml bottles. Not only great for storage, but a beautiful display piece for any room. They are classy enough for your living room and office space. Order a 'designed by nature' holder here and show off those oils! As an added bonus, you will receive a free matching oil tray. With professional quality and design, these luxurious holders have great reviews on Amazon. The holders fit all my criteria: natural, sleek design, and effectively organizes my oils. Don't wait to get yours! They have been known to go out of stock due to high demand. Need help filling up your Onyx stone holder? C...

It's time to throw out those dryer sheets and fabric softeners and replace them with dryer balls! Here is the  why ... 1. They are better for the environment .  Dryer balls can be made from 100% wool instead of synthetics.  2.  There is nothing to throw away .  Dryer balls are reusable, which also saves you money. 3.  Change the smell anytime you'd like.   With a few drops of your favorite essential oils , your laundry can go from smelling like oranges to lavender. Citrus fresh is a favorite over here!  Tips :  1.  Tired of losing them in the pile of clothes?  Tie them in the foot of pantyhose for easy find. 2.  Do you notice much static?  Use more dryer balls! A few people I know use upwards of nine at a time. Don't be shy! If you haven't made the switch yet, today's the day. Support a small business or make your own ! Small changes make a big impact. Let's make a difference!

If you're new to this allergy friendly lifestyle or just want some new ideas, here's a list of my favorite junk foods... 1.  Namaste brownies  are by far the best brownies I've ever had. Moist with a rich chocolatey flavor. 2.  Luna & Larry's Organic Coconut Bliss has a wide variety of dairy free ice creams. Check out the Mint Galactica and Chocolate Hazelnut Fudge! 3.  Enjoy life cookies. Deliciously soft and easy to break out for a party. And they are non-GMO. Thank you Enjoy Life Foods! 4.  Breads from Anna is the only yeast free bread I've found that tastes just like bread! It's fluffy, soft, and totally delicious! Just got a couple boxes in the mail from my sister-in-law. Love is gifting Anna's bread....seriously. 5.  Cherrybrook Kitchen has some fantastic cakes, cookies, and pancake mixes. 6.  So Delicious has by far the most tasty Cashew milk ice cream. Salted Carmel Chocolate covered Cashew is their greatest achievement!...