Autumn Gold Dal is a delicious blend of warm red lentils, and fresh immunity boosting spices. Turmeric and ginger are full of rich antioxidents, and anti-inflammatory properties. Jalapeño and garlic hold immunity, and metabolism boosting benefits. When these fresh spices simmer together, they create a warm and comforting Dal. Not only is it packed full…
DIY Simple Camper Carpet Kit for under $50
Here it is! The simple DIY carpet kit that took 2 people and a dog, on the road, for 67 days, from Texas to California to Oregon, and back. You think you don’t need a bed when you’re road tripping? Well, you do. Not only does this make it extremely easy to rest just about…
Big Spiral Layered Sugary Cinnamon Rolls
The essence of warm cinnamon rolls, and fresh coffee fills the air of Christmas morning. Peeking through the oven door window, I watch as caramelized cinnamon sugary goo, drips from the spiral layers of these jumbo rolls. I’m getting super excited watching this magic happen. Thank goodness I took the recommendation of adding a piece…
Sprinter Van Conversion DIY Headboard and Nightstand
Armed with a few 2x3s, and a tentative sketch in his head for a diy headboard, The Husband asked what I thought about adding a wood headboard to our bed? I like it! Looking through the back doors of most vans, the view always displays some sort of mattress and disheveled sheets. A sleek headboard…
Thanksgiving Leftovers Quesadilla with Cranberry Sauce
Thanksgiving leftovers are one of the best parts of Thanksgiving. Sometimes the leftovers are almost better than the meal itself! And did we have leftovers this year? So many Thanksgiving leftovers! For the past 6 years we have gotten together for what is becoming known as the annual “Orphan Thanksgiving”. A happy hodgepodge of people,…
Hiatus from Van Life
The decision to take a hiatus from Van life, started much the same as any decision we’ve made to embark on a journey. Without thought, or plans. Starting Location: MT Hood, OR Destination: Austin, TX Miles: 2,314 Days: 7 Season: Summer Temperature: 77 lows – 104 highs Vessel: Converted 158 WB Sprinter Van Passengers: Husband,…
Rainbow Kelp Noodle Salad with Jalapeño Peanut sauce
Rainbow kelp noodle salad is full of fresh crunchy veggies and delicious kelp noodles. It’s completely raw, vegan, gluten free, paleo, and so good that you won’t notice the other 4. Alone, the salad is good, but this sauce, this jalapeño ginger peanut sauce, this is what does it. With spice from the jalapeño, subtle…
Happy VANniversary!
It has been a year since we purchased the van, which makes it our Vanniversary! In light of this celebration, I did the ice bucket challenge. No, I didn’t. I mean, the ice bucket challenge did happen, but it wasn’t to celebrate the Vanniversary, it was out of pure necessity. More on that later. For…
Free Places to freshen up on the road
I wake up in a parking lot, my arm numb from cuddling baby back to sleep in the early hours. The Husband sitting on the spare bus seat (wedged between the dog and infant car seat) staring into the glowing light of laptop glory. The once vacant floor space, occupied with a way-too-big-for-the-van baby jumper,…
1st Birthday Cake & Party for under $25!
The 1st Birthday, the big number 1! For some good simple baby fun, focus on the 5 senses to create a total sensory experience for baby. Sound. Sight. Touch. Smell. Taste. Sound Play music, clap for baby, provide lots of fun crinkly wrapping paper to tear and shake Sight Use bright colors and…