Spring is in the air. And when spring is on the horizon, many of us are aching to get out and plant a garden. In the interim, there are a lot of garden shows and seeds that we can buy to plan our ultimate garden outside. Spring is such a hopeful time of year. But…
If you love to cook and preserve your own garden harvested vegetables and fruit, then learning how to plant a homestead vegetable garden is one of the most rewarding things you can do. When you grow your own garden, you can harvest fresh seasonal fruits, veggies and herbs as you need them instead of having…
This rustic and hearty soup is substantial enough to serve as a main course. The sausage and seasonings add a lot of flavor, while big chunks of potato make for a satisfying meal. Pair with a crisp, green side salad and dinner is served! My absolute favourite comfort food in the winter time when the…
The “twist” with this mulled apple cider recipe is the addition of five-spice powder, rather than classic pumpkin pie spices. It adds a little something special to an already great tasting combination. One of the best things about this delicious recipe is the warm and wonderful aroma that fills your home every time you make…
Many people have different reasons for wanting to earn money from home and sometimes those reasons change as we go through different phases of life and of course there are sometimes life things (like a global pandemic) that get thrown at you and you need to work from home. This Post contains affiliate links. Read…
If you are a busy mom like me, mornings can be super hectic, so this make-ahead slow cooker oats recipe means one less thing you need to do before you start your day. Set it all up in your slow cooker the night before and as an added bonus, this healthy and delicious overnight breakfast…
So, you want to start homesteading, but you have no money right now to do so. Your thoughts running through your head may include: What are some ways that people have started homesteading activities in their life without spending or making a lot of money? How much does it cost to start a homestead? How…
In the fall, when fruit trees like plums and apples are plentiful, I am always looking for really good recipes to preserve the abundance of the harvest. If you have a dark plum or I’ve heard them being called an Italian plum tree know someone who does, this is a really fantastic sauce to make…
I have thought about and started to write this post many times in the last couple of months but honestly, I just didn’t know what to say or how to say it. So here goes nothing. My husband Pat and I are separated. Even typing that just now doesn’t seem real. It doesn’t seem real…
During the holiday season, one of the most treasured traditions is to not only give gifts to your loved ones, but to make those gifts. You can use essential oils not only to make gifts, but simple ones that don’t require a lot of time. Here are some simple gift ideas that use essential oils. Lotion or Foot…