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The Campbell Family Farm
It’s not about wanting to live in the past, it’s about wanting to live better in the present.
Mar 204 min read


Starting Seeds Indoors in February
Broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, asparagus, and some herbs and flowers can all be started inside now.
Feb 214 min read


Lessons From 2024
While we learned plenty of what to do differently in 2025, there are a few things we did better compared to the year before.
Jan 94 min read


Gathering Before and After the First Freeze
If you weren’t able to get everything in before the first freeze, don’t give up right away.
Oct 16, 20244 min read


No Waste- Apples
Spots and blemishes are by no means a reason to toss an apple straight to the compost bin.
Sep 23, 20242 min read


Why We Need Self-Sufficiency Books
Physical books can be truly invaluable.
Sep 16, 20243 min read


The Rain Barrel- a Staple in Self-Sufficiency
We have good water here, but plants prefer the untreated stuff.
Aug 25, 20243 min read


Presto 12 Quart Digital Pressure Canner Review
When we decided to invest in an electric pressure canner, I spent months looking at what our options were and reviews
Jul 23, 20243 min read


Meet the Ballantyne’s
Stephen and Sara Ballantine took a few hours out of their day recently to share the story of Stephen’s childhood with me.
Jun 7, 20245 min read


A New Homesteading Revival
Why are so many of us opting for a homestead kind of lifestyle? I don’t think it’s a fad. We spent enough time removed from the treadmill to
May 29, 20245 min read
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