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21 old-time habits to bring back + a bunch of other stuff

Published over 1 year ago • 2 min read

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Weekend reads

Good morning on Saturday!

And Happy 2025.

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And now, here are your weekend reads!

Grab a coffee and enjoy.

Weekend Reads

Indoor Potatoes

...yes, you can grow potatoes indoors. Here's how.

Pancake Syrup

Make this four-ingredient pancake syrup in minutes.

Eucalyptus Bath Salts

Eucalyptus, mint and lavendar bath salts for a soothing soak when you're sick.

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21 Old-Time Habits

... we need to bring back.
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21 Frugal Muffins

...to bake this month.
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Grandma's 26 Gardening Hacks

...to help you grow veggies in 2025.
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Until next time!

Sarita

​An Off Grid Life​

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