PinShareShareTweet0 SharesI was given a digital copy to read prior to the release date of February 4, 2020. I prefer a book in my hand when reading, but I find I need to be flexible with the age we are in. I do not always compromise, but in this case I did. This book review… Continue reading Book Review: Praying Women
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Beats that Matter ~ Melodies
PinShareShareTweet0 SharesMusic touches the heart in a way all its own. It takes you down memory lane, strikes a forgotten emotion, creates a connection and has been known to drive me out of my chair to dance. How about you? What does music have to do with homesteading? Everything to my way of thinking. A… Continue reading Beats that Matter ~ Melodies
A Homestead Vision for 2020
PinShareShareTweet0 SharesHonestly, I intended to write this post last week. It did not happen; in that regard I am getting a slow start to my 2020 planning. I do have quite a few ideas bouncing around in my head and heart. In this post I am going to combine looking back at 2019 and what… Continue reading A Homestead Vision for 2020
Beats that Matter: Almost Frozen
PinShareShareTweet0 SharesThis post kicks off a new blog post segment telling stories from the homestead: Beats that Matter. Be sure to check out the end of this post for ways to share your #beatsthatmatter. It was New Years Eve 2019. I not only fought a mental exhaustion, but a physical one, too. I utilize covered… Continue reading Beats that Matter: Almost Frozen
Book Review: Praying Through
PinShareShareTweet0 SharesI was given an advance reader copy of Praying Through authored by Jarrett Stevens before the release date to read and review. I am blessed to be a part of this launch team and happy to add this to my collection of book reviews and my personal library. Praying Through, a timely read for… Continue reading Book Review: Praying Through
Fall 2019 ~Looking Back
PinShareShareTweet0 SharesI am good at coming up with ideas, as many are. I simply do not accomplish everything I think up. Nor would it be wise to pursue every idea. I admit I struggle at times knowing which one is the best to pursue. Looking back at the last 3 months, the first thing that… Continue reading Fall 2019 ~Looking Back
Winter Season ~ Goals
PinShareShareTweet0 SharesWinter Solstice The shortest day of the year has come and gone, Winter Solstice being yesterday. I do not mind the short amount of sunlight as much as I do the days of temperatures below 20 degrees (and lower) that often follows in January and February. Being honest I hope for one of those… Continue reading Winter Season ~ Goals
Perfection In the Eye of the Beholder
PinShareShareTweet0 SharesThis blog often focuses on gardening, chickens and homesteading ventures. This post in honor of the season, I reflect, I share, from what is on my heart in my everyday life this week. It is a process we all, I hope, are traveling as we strive to homestead, raise our own food and connect… Continue reading Perfection In the Eye of the Beholder
Practical Gifts for Homesteaders
Pin2ShareShareTweet2 SharesCheck out a list of gift ideas for people living a homestead lifestyle. Prices range from under $10 to over $ 50 for a couple items. Have fun shopping for the homesteader on your list as you use this gift guide as a way to get you started. Clock This one has my vote.… Continue reading Practical Gifts for Homesteaders
Garlic ~ Year 4
PinShareShareTweet0 SharesThis fall marks the 4th year I have planted garlic. I love thinking back to the first year. I planted about 6 cloves each of 3 varieties: Music, Montana, and German. I recall my Dad helped me prep the ground in a flower bed I was not using for anything. Really, it was one… Continue reading Garlic ~ Year 4