Believe it or not, last week the temperature around here dropped to around 32 degrees one night and hovering just above that 2-3 other nights. We even got the slightest dusting of snow. {Sigh... } Su...
Weve finally named the farm. Seems that if you have goats, you need a herd name. And if youre going to name a herd, seems like it should kind of follow the name of the farm. (I had no farm name.) So ...
"Let this be a sign among you, so that when your children ask later, saying, ‘What do these stones mean to you?’ then you shall say to them, ‘Because the waters of the Jordan ...
Summertime. Three months of bliss! Not that the other nine months aren’t equally captivating in their own way, but when the regular academics are over for the year and the pressure of meetings, regul...
What would summer be without camping? Or at least a day-long picnic? Now is the time to mark a few days off on your calendar and reserve a site for your overnight stay, wherever that may be. And when...
According to public perception, goats can eat anything. Thats not exactly true, but they will TRY to eat just about anything. And one thing they love... roses! Its amazing how fast they can consume a...
Welcome to the Monday Homestead Barn Hop where youre invited to link up your blog with your very best post of the week; something happening at your homestead or something of interest that will h...
Pictures motivate me. Im visual like that. So its not surprising that Ive been thinking about doing a pictorial inspiration series on Fridays for a while. All work and no play makes Jane a dull girl,...
We all know tomatoes love heat and need at least 75 days to make that wonderful delicious fruit we all crave. My problem is that I just dont get enough heat in my micro climate to really grow to nice...
If Im going to spend so much time in my garden, then perhaps I should show you what Im up to! Sort of... Ive been taking pictures of my garden the last three years and every now and then Ive posted a...
And yes... Im still around and havent fallen off the face of the earth. Springtime on a homestead is always busy. Ive sat down to write a post several times, but I cant seem to get one finished for t...
Thanks to everyone who participated in the 34th Preparedness Challenge that is held the last Saturday of every month! Im thrilled that so many of you have continued to add to your food storage, gathe...
Fridays... when most of us unwind and relax a bit. Me? I find myself drawn to Pinterest. Seems that I relax by perusing beautiful pins... either new pins or revisit some of my own pins that Ive colle...
Starting seeds indoors really isnt all that difficult once you know a few important bits of information, but because it would make for a really long post to include it all in one writing, I am going ...
"The flowers have already appeared in the land; The time has arrived for pruning the vines, And the voice of the turtledove has been heard in our land." ~ Song of Solomon 2:12 "...
The last Saturday of every month is the monthly Preparedness Challenge and the give-away sponsored by USA Emergency Supply. I hope that youre prepping and putting something aside each month! Now...
Its always tempting to just walk in a nursery and purchase lovely looking plant starts that are already six inches tall! Why on earth would anyone mess with seeds? • Cost. One plant can cost you...
If youve ever felt like the only word that came out of your mouth for 24 hours straight was the word "NO", then youre not alone! In fact, its a common syndrome for many a mom (or dad). And Iv...
"Behold, God is exalted, and we do not know Him; The n umber of His years is unsearchable. “For H e draws up the drops of water, They distill rain from ...
The bees have arrived and the homestead is buzzing with activity! And not just with the new pollinators... Without a doubt, spring is my busiest time around here. Im beginning to remember this so tha...
The word "enemy" may be a bit of exaggeration, but the homesteader definitely faces a few nemesis when it comes to gardening or raising animals. Deer, rabbits, bobcats, owls... the list can g...
God created chickens with instincts to do certain things... scratch in the dirt, peck at various objects that attract their attention, forage for food, crow or announce an egg has been laid, roost at...
Have you ever stopped to think about the simple everyday things you can enjoy that make for a "Beautiful Life"? Its not money that makes us feel rich, but rather stopping to appreciate the pl...
The Homestead Community Post is celebrating their first Ezine (or Emag) with a give-away! "We are so excited about our Homestead Community Post magazine that we wanted to share our joy with other...
Most of you know that I accepted an invitation this year to write for Raising Homemakers. What you may not know is that Ive been negligent in telling you when I post over there! My... I wrote a post ...
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