Homesteading | Self Sufficient Living | Living off the Land
There are mountain-high piles of snow everywhere, freezing temperatures, and spring is nowhere in sight. What is a cold-climate gardener to do? This is the time to start garden planning and seed buying. During these cold winter months, I like to sit down with my seed stash, take inventory of what I already have, and start planning for the coming spring. You see, good garden planning starts months before your seeds will actually be ...Continue Reading
I remember not too long ago, during the crazy times of 2020, being shocked as I walked pass multiple empty grocery store shelves. The last few years' trips to the grocery store have been unpredictable; you never know what state you will find the aisles in or what products will be missing. These circumstances naturally have people questioning our current modern food system, where they are depending on others to provide them with what ...Continue Reading
Over the last few years, there has been a noticeable shift… a homesteading movement... and I for one couldn’t be more excited. Decisions to bypass the system, support local businesses, and live more sustainably are being made across the country. The good news is, you don’t need 50 acres, a milk cow, and a commercial-sized garden to join in. It has always been my belief that homesteading is a state of mind. Homesteading is ...Continue Reading
You have probably heard the saying “Rome Wasn't Built in a Day”, well I'm here to tell you a debt-free homestead isn't usually built in a day either. Homesteading is a never-ending journey full of possibilities and surprises, and it can be a bit overwhelming at times. However, not all aspects have to be surprising or overwhelming, especially when it comes to money matters on your homestead. Starting something new is exciting, ...Continue Reading
Sometimes, it's easy to feel like I'm drowning in sourdough starter. It can be pretty darn overwhelming when the sourdough starter takes over the kitchen counter. Before you (or I) give all that precious sourdough starter to the livestock or the garbage bin, let's talk about my top five ways to use that sourdough discard and how having a sourdough starter can help with menu planning for the week. If you would like to start your own ...Continue Reading
