So you married a farmer … what to expect from “the farm life”
Looks like you found yourself a passionate man who loves his job! You know how I know that? Because he is a farmer! And these guys (and gals) LOVE their job. They have to. If they didn’t absolutely...
View Articleraise farm animals? but I don’t even like animals!
So tell me, am I the only one that feels this way? I live on a farm. I agree with the importance of animals. I know they provide meat, eggs, milk, etc, and they teach valuable lessons, not to mention...
View Article‘Twas the night before baling
‘Twas the night before baling and all through grandma’s house Every person was stirring, even the mouse All the tractors were ready and lined up with care In hopes that the dew soon would be there...
View ArticleHow to get free produce
Over the last 8 years, I have discovered a lot of ways to get things for free. My attitude is that you can find almost anything for free if your willing to look hard enough and long enough. There are...
View ArticleThe Perks of living on a farm
A few years ago, when we moved into our current home on the farm, I was very anxious to get our garden plot all set up and ready to plant. That is usually the first thing I think about each time we...
View ArticleHow to save BIG on fuel when you live in the country
Fuel, fuel, fuel. Money, money, money. When you live in the country, fuel flies out the window faster than a cheetah on steroids. Just driving to the grocery store blows through your husbands morning...
View Article43 perfect homesteading chores for the 5 and under crew
Not everyone shares the same opinion about kids and chores. Personally, I think they need them. And when I say need, I mean that I think if kids don’t have chores, it will effect them for the rest of...
View Article13 apple growing secrets from the professionals
Recently we planted our first apple orchard. It’s been a big project to say the least. It’s about 15 acres and let’s just say, trees are a little different than row crops. I grew up with a dad that...
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