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Want to eat like people in the 1950s? They this 1950’s meal plan from a 1952 homemaking magazine. It’s an interesting look at a 1950s diet. Meal planning has been important for generations but what each generation has eaten has changed a lot over the years. It can be very interesting to take a look at…
Choose some new green habits this Earth Day to help reduce your impact on the earth all year. These little habits add up and make a big difference. Earth Day is a great day to think about our impact on the planet and the perfect time to decide to start some new green habits. You…
Raspberry lemon muffins make a great easy breakfast. They are perfect for the spring and summer months. You can also freeze them! Raspberry and lemon is a perfect combination. The tart flavors work well in sweet treats. One of my favorite desserts I’ve made is a raspberry lemon cake, it was delicious. I will be…
Have a last minute guest coming over? No time to do a good job cleaning your home? You can clean any room in 5 minutes with these tips. We’ve all had a call that someone is coming over in just a few minutes. You get off the phone and look around and panic sets in….
Start your mornings like a 1950’s housewife. This 1950’s housewife morning routine will have you feeling productive all day long. I find a morning routine to be essential to a good and productive day. I like to re-think mine a couple of times a year just to make sure it’s still working for me. I…
Don’t have a lot of time for dinner during the week but want to start cooking more? These easy 30 minute meals can help you spend less time cooking! We all have so much going on and that can sometimes mean dinner time is rushed. Many days it feels like there is no time to…
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? This isn’t a new problem and a 1950’s quiz from a 1950’s Ladies’ Home Journal can help you get on track. Recently I was reading one of my vintage magazines, the June 1953 issue of Ladies’ Home Journal, and came across an article about marriage. These are always interesting because…