We had a fresh snowfall. The lake hadn’t frozen over yet but the snow was two feet deep, maybe deeper, behind the barn on this cold but gorgeous morning. I pushed through mid-thigh-high snow to get this photo of loons on the water. It was worth every step. It wasn’t until later in the day, …
Empty shelves in the grocery stores have us on edge – but there are productive ways to cope. Here are my best tips for coping with shortages.
How can you keep your feet warm and dry if you work outside in the cold winters? Alaskan farmers share their favorite tips and favorite warm winter sock brands to take care of your feet in the cold.
Are you interested in growing your own vegetables but don’t want to dig and plant a garden? Do you also love fresh fish but don’t live near a fishing spot? Aquaponics might just be the answer for you. Let’s look at some aquaponics designs for beginners to help get you started. What is aquaponics? Aquaponics …
Kershaw knives are my favorites. I just love them. Epic EDC knives made in America, with blades crafted from amazing steel, comfortable to hold and easy to use – what’s not to like? But what if you’re trying to decide between the Kershaw Blur and the Kershaw Leek? Here’s what you’ll need to know to …
One of our goals here on our half-acre homestead is to grow more of our family’s food. Since we already own indoor aquariums, we decided to set up some simple home aquaponics systems geared toward beginners, and test them out. We chose the easiest, least-expensive, and smallest aquaponics setups for beginners to be able to …
If you’re reading this page, you’re probably here to find out if there’s anything you can do to relieve the overheating and sweaty grossness that wakes you up in the night when your hormones are wonky. Trust me, girl, I know where you’re coming from. I understand how miserable night sweats can be! I’m 56 …
Night sweats during periods, menopause, and one way to get some relief. Read More »
This is the second installment of a multi-part series on how we turned two shipping containers (conexes) into a four-stall barn, milking parlor, and feed storage room. Please note: I will not be giving any prices during this series. Prices are always changing. You may choose to do some of the jobs yourself that we …
Shipping Container Barn: Part 2 – Placing the Containers Read More »
This is the first installment of a multi-part series on how we turned two shipping containers (conexes) into a four-stall barn, milking parlor, and feed storage room. Please note: I will not be giving any prices during this series. Prices are always changing. You may choose to do some of the jobs yourself that we …
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Nothing ruins a perfectly good day in the barn like slipping and falling into the mud. Having the right waterproof chore boots will keep your feet dry and your footing secure. No outdoor professional – or dedicated enthusiast – is without a sturdy pair or two (or three). Even if you’re not a farmer like …
The 5 Best Waterproof Chore Boots Chosen By Professionals – 2022 Read More »
