Retirement or Rejuvenation? Homesteading as Social Security
In the 1970’s, my father decided to retire at age 62, the…
The Cabinet of Doom (That Saved the Homestead)
I called it the Cabinet of Doom. You probably have one in…
Utilizing Trees on the Homestead: Crafts to Cure-alls
When you become a homesteader, you notice how much nature is willing…
Building a Backyard Habitat: Coexist with the Critters
Creating a backyard habitat is a fun, easy, and educational project in…
Got the Blues? It’s a Good Thing, if They’re Blueberries!
I know somewhere there must be someone who doesn’t like blueberries. I’ve…
The Housegoat: The Unusual Beginnings of Withywindle Farm
Raising a housegoat is not for the faint of heart, nor is…
Learning Curves on Rural Roads: Three Lessons for Every Homesteader
When my husband and I ditched our rat-race city lives to lead…
Spring Vegetable Quinoa
Nothing says "Spring!" quite like fresh asparagus, tender peas, and fragrant mint. …
Nature’s Way: Welcoming (or At Least Tolerating) Beneficial Wildlife
Homesteaders often operate under the assumption that wildlife in general is incompatible…
