Tag: Homesteading

Peafowl: Plumage and Personality

Peacocks have been considered for thousands of years, as the world’s most…

Victoria Varga Victoria Varga

Become Rich by Being Poor on Purpose

My engineer friend in Dallas said, “This is the third year my…

Anthony Okrongly Anthony Okrongly

Seasons in the Garden: Time Waits for No Homesteader

I need some beans to go with dinner so I grab a…

Anjulie Lohuis Anjulie Lohuis

The Moonlight Garden: A Composition in White

American writer, Emily Dickinson (1830-1886), gave a magical description of wandering through…

Dori Fritzinger Dori Fritzinger

How To Prevent Tomato Diseases

Nothing can compare to the taste of fresh tomatoes, just picked from…

Biljana Tadic Biljana Tadic

A Backyard Market Garden

I was a backyard market gardener long before I ever knew it. …

Kevin Wright Kevin Wright

Ten Humble Country Callings: Homestead Gigs

If you live beyond the sidewalks (or are planning to move there)…

Catherine Lugo Catherine Lugo

Mice: Scourge of the Homestead

When I was discussing options with my insurance agent, I asked if…

Sheri Dixon Sheri Dixon

The Uncommon Coop: Think Outside the Nesting Box

The life of a modern-day homesteader is consumed with planning and projects. …

Kristin Mauer Kristin Mauer

Crafting Country Wines

Homemade wines are easy and quick to create.  Not only can you…

Marlene Affeld Marlene Affeld

Caprese Pasta Salad

Caprese salad brings together some of my very favorite summer flavors.  In…

Jessica Shelton Jessica Shelton

Blueberry Buttermilk Breakfast Cake

Lately, the local fruit stand has been overflowing with the most delicious…

Jessica Shelton Jessica Shelton

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