Protected Raised Beds
Vegetables and herbs grow all around the homestead, but a big portion of the harvest is grown in our four […]
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frugal, garden, row covers
Recipe: Apple Almond Tart
This fabulous apple almond tart recipe walked into my life recently a la All Recipes and has become a new
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books, cooking, recipes
A Very Special Persimmon
Persimmon trees are valued as much for their brilliant fall color as they are for their delicious, flavorful fruit. They
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garden, harvest, plants, trees
Plants for Winter Interest
I took a stroll through my local plant nursery recently and was impressed with their collection of plants for winter
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design, garden, plants
Front Yard Design
It’s time to divide and conquer. Flowering bulbs and perennial shrubs are going to sleep for winter – the perfect
Thanksgiving Menu
Oh boy – it’s time for one of my favorite holidays: Thanksgiving. A time for family, friends and absolutely amazing
Homestead Baby Care
Adding a baby to the homestead has presented new challenges in our quest to live simply. When it comes to
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craft, frugal, green living, kids
November Harvest
How did it get to be November? The trees are looking half empty of their leaves and telling us it’s
DIY Baby Chick Costume
A few weeks ago, I spotted this adorable baby chick costume on Etsy and it sealed the deal: Juniper has
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craft, kids