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We’re Kyle & Michelle
We’re building a life that’s a little slower, a little more hands-on, and a whole lot more intentional. We’re working on our barndominium, growing food, learning old skills, and doing our best to be prepared — but we’ll be honest… we don’t want to give up electricity or WIFI until we absolutely have to 😊.
Around here you’ll find from-scratch cooking, DIY projects, honest reviews, and real life as it happens — the good, the messy, and the learning curves. Our faith guides what we do, and we’re thankful for God’s provision in every season. If you’re looking for encouragement to use what you have, try something new, and enjoy the simple things, follow along with us.
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What We’ve Been Up To Lately
Below are a few of our most recent blog posts. If you’d like to dig a little deeper, you can find more over on the blog.
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The Best Healthy Homemade Granola Recipe
There’s something about a quiet morning on the homestead that just feels like a fresh start. The light comes in a little softer, the coffee tastes a little…
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OSB vs. Plywood: Choosing the Right Wood for Your Homestead Projects
Out on the homestead, every project seems to start the same way — standing in the lumber aisle staring at stacks of wood and wondering, “Which one should…
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Passover at Our Table: A Night to Remember God’s Faithfulness
Every year as Passover arrives, we find ourselves pausing a little more and reflecting a little deeper. It’s one of those evenings we look forward to all year…
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Finding the Right Fit for the Homestead
Hey there, Folks. Kyle here. Around the “Stead,” we’re always looking for gear that works as hard as we do. Whether we’re clearing fallen trees or just working…
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How to Use Sourdough Discard: A Simple Guide for the Semi-Homesteader
Hello There! There is something deeply special about sourdough. It’s not just the way the house smells like a high-end bakery! It’s the lessons it whispers while you’re…
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A Big little Change in My EDC
Hey Folks! I did a video AND wrote an associated blog post a while back about my EDC. I wanted to update you on something that has changed.…
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