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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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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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Ice Storm Power Outage: Why Our Solar Generator Earned Its Keep
When the ice storm rolled through and knocked our power out for several days, it wasn’t just inconvenient — it was one of those moments that really shows…
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A New Year at the Homestead: Looking Back with Gratitude, Stepping Forward with Hope
Hello There! There’s something about New Year’s Day that makes us all pause for a moment. The house is a little quieter, the Christmas lights may still be…
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A Homestead Christmas
As I’ve gotten older I have come to realize Christmas means different things to different people. As strange as it is to me, some people today are even…
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