Ontario Gardener & Homemaker

Ep. 275 Learn ALL ABOUT LEMON BALM in this video! Watch as I harvest lemon balm from my garden and dehydrate the leaves. Lemon balm has many health benefits, like reducing stress, helping with sleep, and soothing upset stomachs. It also has a rich history, used by ancient Greeks and in medieval medicine. Find out how you can use lemon balm in your daily life, from making tea to using it in home remedies. This video will give you all the tips and fun facts you need to know about this amazing herb! #LemonBalm, #HerbalRemedies, #Gardening, #NaturalHealth, #MedicinalHerbs, #DehydratingHerbs, #HerbGarden, #HomeRemedies, #HealthBenefits, #HerbalMedicine

Day 2 of my Marathon! How much can I do everyday to get it all done? Join me on my journey as I transform my backyard into a vibrant vegetable garden with a touch of colorful flowers! Over several hot days in early June, I planted a variety of vegetables, flowers and seeds to create a beautiful and productive space. Watch as I tackle each step of the process, from preparing the soil to planting and watering. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting out, you'll find plenty of tips and inspiration for your own garden. Subscribe for more gardening adventures! We are in Southwestern Ontario Canada Zone 6b #GardenPlantingMarathon #BackyardGardening #VegetableGarden #FlowerGarden #GardeningTips #OntarioGardening #SummerGardening #DIYGarden #GardenTransformation #gardenvlog Music Credits: Little Things by Niwel MUSIC instrumental version of "Littlle Things" YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@niwel2673 CONTACT: niwelmusic@gmail.com FREE DOWNLOAD: https://hypeddit.com/track/qxuo0c ------------------------------- 🎵 AVAILABLE ON 🎵 ➡ SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0cVGr... ➡ APPLE MUSIC: https://itunes.apple.com/fr/artist/ni... ➡ DEEZER: https://www.deezer.com/fr/artist/5474... -------------------------------

Day ONE of my marathon! How much can I do everyday to get it all done? Join me on my journey as I transform my backyard into a vibrant vegetable garden with a touch of colorful flowers! Over several hot days in early June, I planted a variety of vegetables, flowers and seeds to create a beautiful and productive space. Watch as I tackle each step of the process, from preparing the soil to planting and watering. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting out, you'll find plenty of tips and inspiration for your own garden. Subscribe for more gardening adventures! #GardenPlantingMarathon #BackyardGardening #VegetableGarden #FlowerGarden #GardeningTips #OntarioGardening #SummerGardening #DIYGarden #GardenTransformation #GardenVlog

Ep. 111 Prepping the pantry. Is canning meat worth it? Does it taste good? What kind of roast should I can? This is a long canning video but I am going to show you the difference between the Shoulder Blade and the Chuck Roast Beef. We are RAW PACK CANNING pint size jars and I will open the jars next day do a TASTE TEST and tell you what we think of canned beef. How to can meat. How to can roast beef. If you are a prepper or just love the convenience of fast food that is health and homemade, you need to try this for sure. Join us for a detailed guide on canning chuck roast and shoulder roast beef! We'll show you how to can your beef using the safest methods approved by the USDA and the National Center for Home Food Preservation. 📚 Video Highlights: Step-by-Step Instructions: From preparation to canning. Safety First: Based on USDA & NCHFP guidelines. 🌟 Learn How To: Prepare chuck roast and shoulder roast beef for canning. Follow the pressure canning process. 👩‍🍳 Watch, Learn, and Preserve: Make sure to follow for more home canning tips and recipes! #howtocanmeat #cannedbeef #howtocanmeatrawpackmethod #pressurecanningbeef #ChuckRoast #ShoulderRoast #BeefCanning #HomeCanning #PressureCanning #USDA #NCHFP #BallLids #TattlerLids #FoodPreservation #Homemade #SustainableLiving

Ep. 189 Welcome to my kitchen! In today's video, I'll be showing you how to make a delicious Honey Garlic Chicken and Meatballs, two different ways. Whether you prefer the natural sweetness of honey or the rich flavor of brown sugar, I've got you covered. #HoneyGarlicChicken #BrownSugarChicken #EasyDinner #ChickenMeals #MeatballsRecipe

Ep. 272 Easy to Freeze and use in Freezer Meal Preps. This is a side I use especially with the BACON and EGG Casserole in the Cooking For Seniors Playlist. Excellent for reheating in a Hot Logic mini food warmer! Join me in the kitchen as we whip up a delicious and nutritious meal perfect for seniors and anyone looking for easy, freezer-friendly options! We're making Pan Fried Herbed Potatoes that's not only packed with flavor but also designed to be prepped in advance and frozen into single portions for convenient meals anytime. Whether you're a senior looking for hassle-free meal solutions or a caregiver seeking nutritious options, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. Plus, I'll show you how to flash freeze your meals and later reheat them using a Hot Logic for ultimate convenience. Get ready to fill your freezer with homemade goodness and enjoy the satisfaction of making wholesome meals that nourish both body and soul. Easy cooking for seniors, , Simple meals for seniors, Fried Potatoes, Potatoes as a side, Breakfast Potatoes, Comfort food for elderly, Senior-friendly meals, Nutritious casserole for seniors, Freezer-friendly quiche recipe, Quick meals for elderly, Homemade bacon quiche casserole, Healthy cooking for seniors. #Friedpotatoes #breakfastrecipe #EasyMealPrep #SeniorFriendly #FreezerMeals #ComfortFood #HealthyEating #MealPrepIdeas #HomemadeGoodness #ConvenientCooking #NutritiousRecipes

Ep. 271 Join me in the kitchen as we whip up a delicious and nutritious meal perfect for seniors and anyone looking for easy, freezer-friendly options! We're making a mouthwatering Bacon & Egg Quiche that's not only packed with flavor but also designed to be prepped in advance and frozen into single portions for convenient meals anytime. Whether you're a senior looking for hassle-free meal solutions or a caregiver seeking nutritious options, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. Plus, I'll show you how to flash freeze your meals and later reheat them using a Hot Logic for ultimate convenience. Get ready to fill your freezer with homemade goodness and enjoy the satisfaction of making wholesome meals that nourish both body and soul. Easy cooking for seniors, Bacon and egg quiche casserole recipe, Simple meals for seniors, Comfort food for elderly, Senior-friendly meals, Nutritious casserole for seniors, Freezer-friendly quiche recipe, Quick meals for elderly, Homemade bacon quiche casserole, Healthy cooking for seniors. #EasyMealPrep #SeniorFriendly #FreezerMeals #ComfortFood #HealthyEating #MealPrepIdeas #HomemadeGoodness #ConvenientCooking #NutritiousRecipes

Ep. 270 INTRODUCTION to the HOT LOGIC FOOD COOKER HEATER WARMER. Excellent meal prep device for Seniors and the Elderly to help them live independently. The Hot Logic can be a game-changer, especially for the elderly and anyone looking for an easy way to heat up homemade frozen meals without using a microwave or an oven. Simple and Convenient! Easy Warm Meals with portable food warmer. You can also get these with a 12 v car plug or with a standard electric wall plug. Obviously a game changer for people on the go and for singles, for heating up your meals at work, in office or in your truck! GREAT FOR TRUCK DRIVERS!! However this is a part of my playlist for COOKING FOR SENIORS , so this is how I am introducing them at this time. Lunch box heater cooker, food warmer, portable oven, hot logic mini oven, hot logic heater, Easy meal heating, Assisted Living, Senior-friendly kitchen gadget, Convenient meal solutions, Frozen meal reheating, Independent living aid, Time-saving kitchen appliance, Simple meal prep, Hassle-free cooking, Healthy eating made easy. Hot Logic Mini Food Warmer Mini oven, heated lunch box, portable cooker, #hotlogic #minioven #assistedliving #MealPrep #SeniorCare #FrozenMeals #EasyCooking #IndependentLiving #KitchenGadgets #HomeCooking #HealthyEating #personaloven #lunchbox

Ep. 269 It is May long weekend zone 6b and this is the update on the progress of the outdoor garden. Prepping for planting and prepping for summer heat which is predicted for this summer. Some new perennials such as rhubarb and horseradish are doing good. Lettuce planted. After 5 years the yard looks different. 2024 #gardening #GardenGrowth #MayGarden #GreenThumb #GardenPreparation #PlantingSeason #GrowYourOwn #newgardener #GardenLife #zone6 Music Credits: Stories by Niwel MUSIC WEEK#6: "Stories" YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@niwel2673 ➡ SOUNDCLOUD: / niwel-516897768 CONTACT: niwelmusic@gmail.com FREE DOWNLOAD: https://hypeddit.com/track/qxuo0c

Ep. 268 It is May 17th Southern Ontario My indoor seedlings are getting ready for their outdoor journey in May! Join me for this update on their growth progress and get inspired to start your own garden adventure. 🌱🌿 #GardenGrowth #IndoorGardening #SeedlingProgress #MayGarden #GreenThumb #GardenPreparation #PlantingSeason #GrowYourOwn #GardenJourney #GardenLife #FromSeedtoGarden #IndoorToOutdoor #zone6

Hey there! I'm spending two whole days giving my kitchen a major cleanup and organization overhaul, and I'd love for you to tag along! In this video, I'll show you step-by-step how I'm transforming my messy kitchen into a neat and tidy space. From getting rid of stuff I don't need anymore to finding the perfect spot for everything, you'll see it all! I hope this will bless somebody with motivation, as you clean along with me. Take one task at a time. Watch and work along with me. Or just come for the inspiration. Decluttering and Organizing my kitchen has been such a blessing to me as I learn to let go of things I really don't need and to have a place for everything and everything in its place. It's not just about cleaning - it's about feeling good and having a kitchen that works like a dream. So, if you're looking for some motivation to spruce up your own kitchen or just want to hang out and watch, hit that play button and let's do this together!" #KitchenOrganization #Decluttering #HomeOrganization #CleanWithMe #KitchenInspiration #organizationtips #MotivationMonday #TidyKitchen #HomeMakeover #bodydouble #kitchendeclutter #adhd #organisewithme #organizewithme

Ep. 266 It is April 6th. My tiny backyard vineyard. The Concord, Canadice & Himrod Grapevines. I will show you the Good the Bad and the Ugly side of growing grapes in my backyard. These vines are giving me a very hard time the past 2 years. Japanese beetles have decimated the leaves each year and I think they have effected the growth potential of new fruiting canes every year. I will show you in this video what I am doing to try to save some of these vines. Will it work? We shall see. #Grapevines #PruningGrapes #VineyardLife #WineGrapes #GrapeGrowers #GardenPruning #VineyardManagement #GrapeHarvest #himrod #canadice #concord #GrapevineCare

Ep. 265 March Seed Starts for my growing zone 6b and last frost dates mid May! Plus, I'm excited to show you the beginnings of my new basement grow area, designed to keep my curious cats away from my plants. Come see what seeds I'm starting this year. Tomatoes, peppers, cabbage, kale, broccoli, celery, lettuce. Trying new ways to prepare strong plants for summer. Get inspired to start your own indoor garden and learn some tips for cat-proofing your growing space. Don't forget to subscribe for more updates on my gardening journey and hit the like button if you enjoyed this video! #Gardening #Seedlings #IndoorGardening #seedstarting #GardeningTips #SeedlingUpdate #IndoorGarden #CatFriendlyGardening #growlights #DIYGarden #GreenThumb #zone6

Join me for a garden workday at the end of March. From harvesting overwintered carrots, spraying fruit trees, to pruning elderberries. It's a springtime wonder watching plants emerge from the soil. Feel the energy as we breathe life back into our garden, preparing it for the season ahead. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, there's something for everyone in any gardening adventure. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more gardening tips and inspiration. Let's grow together! 🌱🌷 #SpringGardenRevival #gardenadventure #SpringGarden #GreenThumbLife #GardenAdventure #SpringtimeHarvest #EasterWeekendGardening #growingcarrots #pruning #growinggarlic #elderberry

THE BEST FLOUR EVER!! Visit Arva's Historic Flour Mill store with me as we explore shelves packed with specialty flour, ingredients, foods, treats, books, bird seed and sourdough starters. Experience the charm of this local gem where tradition meets modern baking delights. Discover the rich history of the oldest operational water-operated mill in the area and tantalizing culinary treasures. Subscribe for more exciting content! #ArvaFlourMill #LocalTreasures #BakingAdventure #HistoricMill #CulinaryDelights #ShopLocal #FlourPower #VintageBooks #SourdoughJourney #FoodieFinds Music Credits: Little Things by Niwel Stories by Niwel Broken Love by Niwel MUSIC: Instrumental version of "Littlle Things" YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@niwel2673 CONTACT: niwelmusic@gmail.com FREE DOWNLOAD: https://hypeddit.com/track/qxuo0c -------------------------------

Ep. 262 Come tour the ONTARIO GROWERS SUPPLY STORE and COSTCO and see how I start growing my pepper seeds indoors all in one video! February is the month when to START YOUR PEPPER SEEDS indoors. Join the excitement of starting pepper plants at home! How to grow peppers in Canada. 🌶️🌿 #PepperGardening #SeedStarting #gardenadventure Check out a video from Ontario Growers Supply here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9od-nEt5is Starting Peppers in 2022: https://youtu.be/VZ5FzQjafYA Starting Peppers in 2013: https://youtu.be/EvFVYAELkR0 When do you to start pepper plants for your garden? February is the month to start your pepper seeds indoors. #costco #PepperGardening #SeedStarting #IndoorGardening #GardenTips #GrowYourOwnFood #PlantingGuide #GardeningEssentials #CostcoHaul #OntarioGrowersSupply #HomeGardenJourney

Ep. 259 Welcome to Week 2 of my Whole House Decluttering Journey! Dive into the emotional rollercoaster of transforming my chaotic bedroom closet into a stress-free haven. 🌈 Join me for three intense days filled with highs, lows, and the ultimate reward of a beautifully organized space! Let's conquer clutter together and embrace the power of self-love, self-help, and self-care. Don't miss out on the energy, motivation, and genuine moments. Hit play now and let's make decluttering a joyous journey! 💖✨ Body Doubling clean with me for people with ADHD etc. #DeclutterWithMe #OrganizeWithPassion #EmbraceTheChange #RealTimeEmotions #SelfLoveJourney #HomeOrganization #StressFreeSpace #ClutterFreeLife #MotivatedToClean #homemaker #cleanwithme #bodydoubling All sound and background music copyright goes to their respective owners –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: New Life by JayJen & ASHUTOSH Free Download / Stream: https://fanlink.to/NewLifeJayJen –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Ep. 258 Where and How to start decluttering your home. Why did I choose the master bedroom for week 1 of my Decluttering Chronicles? Get ready for a heartfelt journey while I invite you to join me in the Master Bedroom as we tackle clutter, overcome procrastination, and infuse our space with genuine joy. This Clean With Me is not just about decluttering and organizing; it's about transforming emotions, banishing procrastination, and creating a sanctuary of happiness. Subscribe, like, and share your thoughts to be part of this emotional decluttering community. Let's turn our homes into havens filled with love and positive vibes! 🏡💖 Body Doubling clean with me for people with ADHD etc. #declutteringandorganizing #CleanWithMe #DeclutterJourney #EmotionalTransformation #ProcrastinationNoMore #HomeHappiness #AuthenticLiving #OrganizeYourLife #JoyfulSpaces #PersonalizedDeclutter #PositiveVibesHome #declutter #organization #motivation #declutterwithme #speedcleaning #bodydoubling Make sure to watch: Mel Robbins on youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4x7MkLDGnu8 Cass from Clutterbug https://www.youtube.com/@Clutterbug Dawn at The Minimal Mom https://www.youtube.com/@TheMinimalMom

Ep. 244 Welcome to the Psalm 23 Memory Mastery Challenge! 📖💫 Join me on this transformative 7-day journey as we delve into the timeless beauty of Psalm 23. In each daily session, we'll repeat, recall, and rejoice in the power of these sacred verses. 🌟 Why Psalm 23? Known as the Shepherd's Psalm, Psalm 23 offers solace, strength, and a profound connection to the divine. By the end of our 7-day challenge, you'll have this soul-enriching scripture etched in your heart. 🔁 Daily Repetition: This training video guides you through each verse, allowing you to repeat after me for effective memorization. With text prompts that gradually fade away, you'll feel the verses becoming a part of your spirit. 🚀 Transform Your Spiritual Journey: Immerse yourself in the tranquility of Psalm 23. The daily repetition not only helps with memorization but also provides a moment of calm reflection, fostering a deeper connection with the scripture. 🤝 Join Our Community: Share your progress, experiences, and insights in the comments below. This challenge is not just about memorization but also about building a supportive community on a shared spiritual journey. 🌈 Feedback Matters: Your feedback is crucial! Let me know if the pace is right, if the verses resonate, and if there's anything I can do to enhance your experience. Together, we can make this journey even more enriching. 🎉 Get Ready to Recite: Are you up for the challenge? Hit play, follow along, and let's embark on this 7-day Psalm 23 Memory Mastery adventure together. Transform your recitation into a celebration of spiritual growth! 🔔 Subscribe for More: If you enjoy this challenge, don't forget to subscribe for more content on scripture memorization, personal development, and spiritual growth. 🌟 Spread the Light: Share this video with friends and family who might benefit from this transformative Psalm 23 journey. Let's dive into the power of scripture and make Psalm 23 a melody of the heart. 🙏💖 #Psalm23Challenge #MemorizeScripture #BibleMemory #SpiritualJourney #Psalm23Mastery #VerseRecitation #FaithInAction #SacredScriptures #DailyDevotion #SpiritualGrowth

Ep. 243 Do you have a difficult time learning bible verses? Do you want accountability or some help to get you started. This is what we do, and this is the beginning of a new playlist I will add to my channel for anyone who wants to join in. #memorizingscripture #psalm23

Ep. 257 Stress relief through God's order. I spill the tea on how a divine Word from God led me to a specific transitional time in my life. Discover the surprising twists, the real meaning behind getting my house in order, and how it became my secret weapon in facing a very stressful time in my life. If you're curious about personal growth, wellness, and a touch of spirituality, this is your ticket to a captivating story that might just change the way you see things. How to start decluttering your home. Hit play and let's dive into this journey together! 🌟☀️🏠 #declutteringandorganizing #decluttering #declutterwithme #WellnessJourney #DivineGuidance #LifeTransformation #ChristianJourney #GodsWisdom #FaithInAction #SpiritualGrowth #RenewedInChrist #HolisticWellness #StressBustingFaith #ChristianInspiration

Ep. 256 Happy New Year! I have a bit to talk about. Things I want to see and do and accomplish in 2024. What is a resolution? How do we keep them from failing? Grab a coffee and sit with me a while. How many people start with weight loss diet and exercise January 1st then quit 2 weeks in? haha. funny not funny. This is NOT what I am going to focus on. Peak 8 Workout: https://youtu.be/EysghbMh9n0?si=t4zLpMFzF2bit1s7 #newyear2024 #newyearsresolutions #homesteadgarden