The Journey: Farmyard to Freezer
When we first moved to our farm, we purchased two Duroc barrows…
Barn Cats: Thugs of the Homestead
Working when they feel like it, sleeping the day away, partying all…
How to Make Milk Soap from Scratch
Drowning in milk? Have enough cheese and yogurt to last for more…
Beet Kvass: The Miracle of Russia
When considering the wonderful contributions that Russia has made to the culinary…
Using a Midwife: The Ultimate Do-It-Yourself Project
***Warning: this article contains some explicit references to childbirth. If you are…
Snakes on the Homestead
Our fear of snakes seems almost primal. Indeed, along with fear of…
Delightful Scents: Using Essential Oils for Health and Home
In 1964, Dr. Jean Valnet said, "It is conceivable that the day…
Shelter from the Machine: Homesteaders in the Age of Capitalism by Jason G. Strange – A Review
Seen within, and from, a broader perspective, modern homesteaders have much in…
Crispy Kale Chips
Kale, kale, kale, kale... what's the big deal, anyway? Well, as it…
A Homesteader’s Guide to Covid-19 Coronavirus: This is Not a Drill
The following is a common-sense guide to prepare your homestead for the…
Entering the Hospital: Some Facts to Know to Protect Yourself (Part III)
This is the final article in my series about medical concerns in…
Entering the Hospital: Some Facts to Know to Protect Yourself (Part II)
This is the second article addressing medical concerns and questions in the…
