Hurry Up and Slow Down
Taking the time to slow down and appreciate life is something we all need to do from time to time. … Continue Reading Hurry Up and Slow Down
The Crocus
Can we just talk about this little flower for a minute? It’s so little and fleeting… Last year I planted … Continue Reading The Crocus
On the Side
I’m not very good at keeping resolutions, but I am pretty good at making myself uncomfortable enough to change (if … Continue Reading On the Side
Adding to the Fold
Very excited to have recently welcomed horses to the property. My neighbor and friend, Mr Rancher (not his real name!) … Continue Reading Adding to the Fold
Candied Orange Peel
Around this area where I live, there are a plethora of fruit trees. That’s probably what this area of Northern … Continue Reading Candied Orange Peel
Little Tid Bits
You know when you are a kid and all the things that are exciting? And then when you grow up … Continue Reading Little Tid Bits
About the Farm
Though it has been a bit since I’ve written, I feel like what I want to share is just some … Continue Reading About the Farm
Monetize Your Homestead
The time is not quite right for me to be making money off my property, but I’ve been collecting ideas for a while. If you are anything like me, it is hard to stick with just one thing. So I’ve … Continue Reading Monetize Your Homestead
The Not-So-Bad Farm Fire
Often times I share with close friends that I’d love to have a mundane and boring life, take care of … Continue Reading The Not-So-Bad Farm Fire
Black Sheep
Since we’ve been on the farm, we’ve had a few different types of sheep. My first pair were Dorper. I … Continue Reading Black Sheep
Carnitas for Days
Is there anything better than delicious moist Carnitas? Once a month, or so, I will cook a nice size piece … Continue Reading Carnitas for Days
Work that Matters
As far back as I can remember, I wanted to do something that mattered. My aspirations were very small. I … Continue Reading Work that Matters
Loving the Land
The time at our new home has passed quickly, and at the same time felt like it has been slow … Continue Reading Loving the Land
Sacred Heart Chalkboard
June–Sacred Heart
The Beautiful
There is this particular need in my mind to make what I have beautiful. Beautiful. Some friends have asked me … Continue Reading The Beautiful
Letters Are an Art
A letter is a special sort of gift. Rare, and to be treasured these days, not many people do the … Continue Reading Letters Are an Art