Our first California $20/$20 Challenge submission. I am dreaming about basking in the non-existent sun now! Maybe by her sharing her pantry pics, she’s spread a little sunshine as well, Here’s hoping! Check out Alexis’ story: Hi Mavis! My name is Alexis and I live in San Jose, CA {California girl born and raised, woot Read More >>

Every entry in the $20/$20 Challenge brings something different to the table. This week my jaw dropped to the ground when I saw Darlene’s canning stockpile. It. Is. Awesome. Check out Darlene’s story: Mavis, We live in Coburg, Oregon, which is just outside of Eugene…go Ducks! We have some of the most fertile soil on Read More >>

Next up in the $20/$20 Challenge: Valerie from Wyoming. Living in such a different climate from me, it was interesting to see how she shops and stores her food. Plus, she has chickens, so of course I’m going to love her! Here’s her story: Mavis, my name is Valerie from Wyoming. I have been following Read More >>

When I issued $20/$20 Challenge, I knew my readers would show up in full force. What has been an awesome surprise is that my friends are joining in the fun, too! Today my dear friend, Jane, from Thy Hand Hath Provided {you know, the one with the AWESOME cookbook}, shares her pantry pictures: A few years Read More >>

The pictures keep rolling in and the great ideas right along with them! Monique walks us through how she plans her weeks out to make her life a little easier. She has some great tips. Here’s her story: Hi Mavis! I’ve been following your blog for a couple years now, and I love reading up Read More >>