Communing with nature, experiencing the wonders of self-sufficiency, breathing in the earthy smell of wet dirt… sounds lovely right?!? I thought so, too, but I’ve spent plenty of time in frustration mode with my garden. Less Zen and more, “Are you freakin’ kidding me?” Luckily for you, I’ve written out some of my biggest beginner errors so you can avoid them and… View Post
Despite the name, homeschooling often does not mean schooling at home. Sports, museums, music lessons, doctor appointments (just to name a few), all have us on the road frequently. Wouldn’t it be nice to sneak in some educational work while you’re out and about? Especially if you live outside the city and have to drive 30-60 minutes to get anywhere? Hence,… View Post
Just because you are living on a homestead doesn’t mean it has to be boring or drab. One of the great advantages of living outside a HOA is the ability to create your own little design world. All of these ideas help beautify your homestead and provide opportunities to truly enjoy it! It is so easy – and I know… View Post
Have you been feeling the lure of owning your own chickens without worrying about the neighbors complaining? Do you want bigger livestock or a larger garden yet have access to Whole Foods if you can’t grow it on your own? Is one spouse dreaming of running off to live in the woods and the other is more of a city… View Post
