Ashley Cuevas

These gifts could be for anyone, but more natural-leaning people will especially appreciate gifts like these that aren't full of plastic.

Branson has the most beautiful season changes I've ever seen. I recommend visiting in either Spring or Fall. Better yet, go for both! The Autumn oranges are more vibrant than anywhere else I've been. Here are some hiking spots I love and restaurants I enjoyed. The activites available in Branson are endless, something for everyone's preferences.

Where I live, you have to have a proper vehicle to get out in the weather. Grocery and meal delivery options are a great way to stock your kitchen and feed your family, especially if your vehicle isn't safe enough to be out in the winter. I both order from delivery companies and deliver for them. Delivering is an easy way to make a little money and contribute towards social security credits (US).

Cheyenne is beautiful and unique. The wind can be brutal so make sure you're planning around the weather. Winter and Spring can have up to 90mph winds! Summer is stunning. You can camp for free in Medicine Bow or if you're not into rough camping book a cabin at Curt Gowdy State Park.

Yummy gluten-free & dairy-free car snacks for traveling. Fresh fruit and veggies are always an option but here are some treats and protein bars to take with you.

These keep us warm in extreme Wyoming weather.

Sharing my grocery shopping staples to make it easier if you're trying to avoid seed oils, gluten, and dairy. Most of these foods are also preservative-free, but not all of them.

Graphic novels and mystery series are included. These books make great gifts. You can use a public library card to read some of these on the Libby App for free.

Looking for a movie to watch for family time? Here are some classic family movies that are fun for all ages! 🎬🍿 Enjoy nastalgic movies from your childhood with your family.

Here are some fun nature games, quizzes, and free printables for your family.

Here’s a mix of eye-opening, thought-provoking books. Mostly themes of societal critique, systemic corruption, and dystopias.

Synthetic fragrances make me sick. It burns my sinuses, makes my lungs sore, and crashes my blood pressure. Especially laundry fragrances. Here are products I used instead. Some contain essential oils, which aren't so harsh for me.

Earth Day is April 22, 2025. Earth Day is the perfect time to plan to reduce waste. Here are activities that can help make change and movies/shows to watch on Earth Day to admire our planet. I've also included family-friendly podcasts to help little ones stay curious about the Earth around them.

Sweet TV shows and movies that can inspire curiosity about nature instead of just promoting consumerism.

If you're looking to build a chicken coop, here are plans and instructions. With the price of eggs lately, it's a good investment. Here are some cost-saving tips.

Sharing my favorite foraging guides. Using these with the PictureThis app is a fun way to find tasty foods 🫐🍓

Herbal teas are well-known to contain an abundance of polyphenol antioxidants. I drink warm tea all day when I'm home during the cold months. Here are some of my family's favorite teas.

These are my favorite organic wines delivered through Thrive Market. I've always paid less than $15 a bottle but it's possible that I'm just always catching sales. Thrive Market constantly has sales.

Bone broth (stock) can be used instead of water in recipes. Use it to cook mashed potatoes, quinoa, cornbread, and beans. Bone broth is rich in minerals, particularly zinc and magnesium, which are vital for a strong immune system. The collagen in bone broth also promotes skin elasticity, hydration, and overall health.

Here are small farms I to get food from and other small businesses that deserve support. Most of these businesses are near Cheyenne, Wyoming. Some offer shipping.

Moody background music. My favorite kind of music.

Try some of these titles for your next book/audiobook. It's interesting to read about how people used to make sense of the world around them.

We're in the process of finishing up our barn. Here are some things that may help anyone looking to build their own.

My dog is so rough on toys. Here's something for your dog play with that won't instantly be destroyed.

These apps are useful, educational, and entertaining. Most are free. I've included plant and bird identification apps, library card digital book/audiobook access app, and others that I use often.

You can start out with a free WordPress blog and then upgrade to buy a domain and plan later after you get traffic. Here are some tools I use for blogging.