The Homestead Life »

[13 Jul 2010 ]
Picking Corn From The Field

We spent the morning picking corn from a local farmer’s field. We got a pretty good deal, too!

The Homestead Life »

[12 Jul 2010 ]
Transforming The Closet Into A Pantry

In one day, my husband turned my plain closet into a perfect food storage pantry!

Reviews & Giveaways »

[11 Jul 2010 ]
OnTray Review & Giveaway

In this economy, it is so important that we begin shopping more deliberately; That we strive to support our fellow Americans- our friends, and neighbors. Keep our money here instead of sending it oversees. Buy products made in the USA!

**GIVEAWAY ENDED. Congrats to Holly Crawford!!**

Gardening »

[10 Jul 2010 ]
My Medicinal Herb Garden

Out of all of the things I planted, here’s what is actually coming up!

Chickens, Goats & The Pig, Pigs »

[8 Jul 2010 ]
The Many Names For Pigs

Do you know the difference between a gilt and a sow? How about a boar and a barrow? Don’t feel bad, I didn’t either! This post is for you…

Preserving Food, What's Cooking »

[8 Jul 2010 ]
Video: How To Use An “All American” Pressure Canner

Here’s a video I made demonstrating how to use a pressure canner. Watch how simple it really is!

Lessons From Butterberry Farm »

[6 Jul 2010 ]
Wednesday’s Visit With Adelia

I’m afraid this is gonna be the last of my Butterberry Farm series for a while.

The Homestead Life »

[2 Jul 2010 ]
Berry Picking With My Girls

The boys were busy doing their thing, so me and the girls went berry picking. What a beautiful time we had!

Preserving Food, What's Cooking »

[2 Jul 2010 ]
How To Can Beef Stew

Here’s a tasty way to fill your shelves with an easy heat-and-eat meal!

Preserving Food, What's Cooking »

[1 Jul 2010 ]
How To Make Apple Pectin: Easier Said Than Done!

Here’s how they did it back in the old days!

Chickens, Goats & The Pig, Pigs »

[30 Jun 2010 ]
The Fate Of Ms. Porkchop

Well, did she stay or did she go?

The Homestead Life »

[29 Jun 2010 ]
I Got The Well Hand Pump Blues

All I want is a hand pump on our well… is that so much to ask??