There’s something special about building your own home, whether you build it traditionally or not. And, there are some major benefits of being part of…
"For I, methinks, till I grow old, As fair before me shall behold, As I do now, the Cabin small, The Lake, the Bay, the…
There's something romantic or heartwarming about seeing a home in a clearing in the woods or down a lane with a glow of lamps or…
Winter is a lot like death and taxes… it’s one of the few constants in life. Here on our property in Missouri, you can rest assured…
In ten years on my homestead, I have built many buildings from scratch, including living spaces, some better than others. This spring, I decided to…
So, you’ve finally found the perfect land to homestead. It’s got everything: water, a lovely stand of trees, friendly neighbors, and a gentle slope with…
The old house crouched in the weeds, summoning as much dignity as it could, missing parts of its roof, some walls, and some windows. Not…
Today's hottest trend is off-grid living; unplug, disconnect, and get back to your pioneer roots. Bookstores are full of books on every conceivable aspect from…
Solar power is sweeping the nation and for good reason. Solar energy is a renewable resource that has no negative environmental effects. It also allows…
Our poultry tractors used to sit dormant in between bird batches, now they are used year round, in a variety of ways. Our multi-purpose chicken…
Once, on a late September day, my dear hubby came home, opened the side door, and jumped back with a yelp. A dense mass of…
When building a homestead from scratch, almost anything goes. This is especially true when your homestead is away from city building codes. While I can’t…