Hi Achternaam,

I used to enjoy a bit of hustle and bustle during the holiday season. But any more, that hustle and bustle has turned into a chaotic environment! It’s push and hurry, and stressful.

I don’t like it. It takes away from the meaning of shopping for fun presents for those I love. I still do some in-person shopping at local shops. I do love supporting small local businesses.

But I’ve discovered that I really like online shopping for Christmas buying. Shopping online I can do from my own home at my convenience and it is soooooo much more relaxing and enjoyable.

For that reason, I thought I'd recommend some items that I think would be great presents. You can find them in my Simply Canning Gift Guide, updated for 2022 here!

Speaking of the holidays, I also have something special to announce next week. Stay tuned! ;)

Canning Recipes & Advice

Orange Marmalade Recipe

This orange marmalade recipe is started the day before you will be canning it. Chopped oranges need to soak for 12 – 18 hours. I start it in the evening and then finish and process it late the next morning or after lunch the next day.

Learn about Orange Marmalade here.

Canning Dried Beans

How many times have you wished you'd thought to soak your beans ahead of time so you could make chili? I've done it often! Precooked jars of home-canned beans are very convenient. Use a pressure canner.

Learn about Canning Dried Beans here.

From the Homestead...

Chicken Tractor Comparison

AKA, the tractor for people who can't build anything. ;) Yes, I built a chicken tractor! Here's how it compared to the other style.

Watch my video here.

Have a great day,
Sharon

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