You ever get that little tug in your chest when October comes — the whisper of “maybe there’s still time”? I feel it every year. The mornings get crisp, the leaves start to turn, and yet I’m still out there, planting, tucking, hoping. Because here in garden Zone 7b, October isn’t a full stop —…
Summer is winding down, and soon we’ll be trading in long sunny days for crisp air and cozy sweaters. As much as I love the abundance of summer vegetables, there’s something extra special about the cooler temperatures and the promise of a thriving garden in the fall season. With a little work, you can transform…
If you’ve been hanging around here for a while, you know I’m all about plants that earn their keep. I want my garden to feed my family, season our meals, and stock our homegrown medicine cabinet. Whether you’ve got a sprawling backyard or a sunny apartment balcony, these 10 medicinal plants are easy to grow and packed…
Winter is the perfect time to curl up with a good book and let the world outside fade away. Whether you’re drawn to fantastical tales, historical narratives, or heartwarming fiction, there’s something magical about finding a story that resonates during these quiet months this time of year. While they aren’t all necessarily winter-themed, here’s a…
Winter’s quiet rhythm always feels like an invitation to slow down, let go of the hustle, and embrace a season of rest and reflection in tune with nature’s pace. Slowing Down and Embracing Winter’s Rhythm As the world outside quiets beneath a blanket of frost and the cold weather sets in, there’s a gentle invitation…
This recipe is the best way to prepare venison backstrap! It is brined in honey, garlic, and vinegar and then seared in the cast iron skillet for a perfectly medium-rare tender cut of deer meat. This delicious venison backstrap recipe didn’t happen overnight—it took me years of trial and error to create a method that…
In This Episode We Discuss LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE Embracing the Chaos of Life We’re in the long and chaotic process of building our forever home. Amidst this transition, it’s easy to overlook the beauty around us as we get caught up in the hustle. But today, let’s talk about how we can…
In This Episode We Discuss Listen To The Full Episode Here A Shift to Suburban Homesteading Brittany’s journey into homesteading began in 2020, a year that sparked many new hobbies and interests for all of us. As a millennial, Brittany’s initial steps towards a more natural lifestyle were motivated by a desire to be more…
