Guys, I'm going crunchy.
And it's weird. And kinda scary (but not really).
I've never been an all-natural, no medication kinda girl. Ever. Nature and I don't really get along - hell, I almost went to the emergency room when they did my allergy test when I was 8. I did go to the hospital the first time I rode a horse. I probably would be dead from an asthma attack if not for inhalers, allergy shots, and regular doses of antihistamines.
But then I got married to a law student, and started supporting a family of 2 (+2 pets) on a single, entry level income. And I started getting thrifty. And all-natural? Yea, turns out it can be pretty cheap.
I don't really go out of my way for it either. I have a very limited amount of things too. I make my own frozen dog treats, I make my own face wash, and my own lotion. And I've started using oat flour and almond oil. And I make my own bread (sometimes).
I'm going slow. Maybe one day I'll make my own laundry detergent. But until then, know that I'm not crazy. Some of the crunchy stuff? Yea it doesn't work as well. So I don't continue it. But the stuff that does work? True Believer.
Oh, and as for allergy medications? I'll never give those up. And the local honey thing doesn't work when you're as bad as me.
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Cleaning with baking soda or vinegar (or both!) is currently one of my favorite things to do! When we were on a mission trip trip last month, there was some soap on a wall of the bathroom where we were working and I was able to get it off with a baking soda paste (they had been trying for FOREVER). I'm planning on going "No Poo" in a few weeks, once swimming lessons are over at work.
I just wish all natural, organic food was as easily acquired on a budget...
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