Before moving to the country, my husband, Troy, and I were part of the Nova Rat Race. We lived in Northern Virginia (“Nova” as it’s…
Okay, raise your hand if you have ever used a privy. My guess is that many over a certain age will have their hands waving…
In the summer of 2016, a neighbor lady invited me and my daughter over to see the greenhouse that she had built with her husband. …
I have been gardening since before I could walk without tripping over my own feet, having been blessed with grandparents on both sides with an…
Tomatoes and peppers are two of summer’s most-loved foods. However, winter is quickly drawing near, and the garden is dying out, so at this point,…
Turning a 1928 Bungalow into a Farmhouse and Other Misadventures America in 1928 was a decadent place for some. Those who could afford the best…
Creating sustainable homesteads has become more and more important over recent years. People are more interested than ever in reducing their footprint, saving money, and…
When most people think of homesteading, visions of sprawling pastures and big red barns come to mind. Even after the recent popularity of small-scale homesteads, it…
Growing Your Homestead Without Going Into Debt It was June, almost ten bee seasons ago, and Steve and a friend were moving an established hive…
I’m about to share a secret recipe for peace, tranquility, and income on the homestead. First, a little background. My wife and I have been…
The homesteading life is one that is admired by most and desired by many. The healthy lifestyle, living out in the country on your own…
It was a cool and gloomy morning in the mid-October woods. But despite the lack of sunshine, the timber had a glorious glow. This particular…