Why go back?

In a world filled with modern conveniences at every turn, some may wonder why one would go back to basics.  I have a few reasons. 


Part of me loves the gratification of knowing that my hard work went into something that I'm eating, watching my kids enjoy, etc.  Part of me is curious about how people "used to live"...really, I mean, the pioneers worked their tails off for just a simple glass of milk!  Another part of me is just not thrilled with all the chemicals and crap in our hygiene products, food, and daily life.  And then there's the cheapskate part of me that is sick of spending oodles of money on things that literally go down the drain!


So, this is my new mission.  I'm going back to basics; homemade bread, peanut butter, jelly, laundry soap, dishwasher detergent, and deodorant top my "want to make" list.  I'm sure as I go, I will find more things that will be on my list, but those are a starting point.  Am I crazy?  Perhaps...but you'll just have to follow my blog to see how crazy I really am!