Easy-to-Freeze Homestead Waffles with Last Season’s Blueberries! This morning before the sun was high, I made 22 waffles using the last of our frozen blueberries from last summer’s harvest. The kitchen was quiet, just me, the birdsong, and the rhythm of pouring batter — a peaceful kind of productivity. Batch prepping like this is one […]

Did you know most store-bought frozen treats are loaded with artificial flavors, preservatives, and dyes? Even many “kid-friendly” popsicles contain over a dozen ingredients—most of which you can’t pronounce. Let’s change that. These 4-ingredient fudge popsicles are rich, chocolatey, and made with simple, wholesome ingredients you feel good about. Perfect for sunny days, after school, or a fun […]

There’s a quiet kind of joy in baking with what’s in season, especially when the fruit comes straight from your own backyard. As someone who prefers to stay close to home ~ I find immense comfort in the simple act of picking ripe fruit, rolling out dough, and filling the house with the scent of […]

Wholesome Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs Simple ingredients, sweet memories, and a better-for-you twist on a classic treat. There’s something magical about making homemade versions of our favorite childhood treats—especially when they taste even better than the store-bought versions and are made with ingredients you actually recognize. These homemade chocolate peanut butter eggs are just that. They’re […]

It only took 8 years!  — my dream chicken coop is here! I never thought this day would come! Divine timing is surely interesting! She’s fancy, functional, and designed with both charm and chicken comfort in mind. She’s made local by a lovely Amish family. 🇺🇸  We used hemlock hand cut by partner and his […]

There’s something timeless about baking cookies with little ones— the floury noses, the joy of cutting out animal shapes, the smell of something warm and wholesome in the oven. These Healthy Animal Cookies are a gentle nod to that magic — made with whole wheat and all purpose flour, lightly sweetened with honey, and perfect […]

Spring is just around the corner, and if you’re like many farm loving homesteaders, you’re already dreaming of fluffy baby chicks peeping around your farm. Raising baby chicks is one of the most rewarding steps toward self-sufficiency and sustainable living—but preparation is key! Whether you’re a seasoned chicken keeper or a beginner on your homestead […]

I believe that in order to live holistically, you have to follow your passions! That’s exactly what I did when I founded Norabloom 24 years ago as a stellar little spa with my own line of small batch botanical beauty products. As the years passed, I also reconnected with my love of art and photography. […]

This month on social media, I’m focusing my posts on ways to show yourself some love. Self-care looks a little different for each of us–and that is as it should be! What nurtures and rejuvenates one person may not work for another, which is why I love getting ideas from others so that I can […]

I don’t know about you, but around this time of year I always start craving the fresh air and new life of spring. We may not be able to do anything about the weather, but here are a few quick tips for getting ready for that rejuvenation with some natural and holistic cleaning rituals for […]