Author: Kyle & Michelle
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No Architect. Four Redraws. One Floor Plan We Love.
Hello friend! If you’ve ever sat at your kitchen table dreaming about a home that fits the life you’re living right now, this one’s for you. Our house didn’t begin with official blueprints or fancy design software. It began with a pencil, a very worn eraser, more coffee than I care to admit, and a Read more
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Journaling Through the Dirt, Dishes, and Dreams
Hello there! Happy New Year! Out here on the stead, life has a funny way of slowing us down while keeping our hands busy all at once. One minute I’m cuttin limbs or clearin brush, the next I’m dreamin about what this place will become. In the middle of all that, just like I wrote Read more
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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 glowing, and the coffee somehow tastes extra good. It’s that in‑between space — where one year closes its door, and another stands wide open, full of promise. Read more
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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 questioning whether or not believers should celebrate Christmas. I think because of the internet, there are a lot of crazy ideas floating around out there. Personally I Read more
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Simple, Cozy Candles from Thrifted Finds
Hello There! There are just some things that make a house feel like home to me — warm light, a cozy kitchen, and the gentle flicker of a candle at the end of the day. I’ve always loved candles, and if you know me well, you know I’ve also always loved a good thrift store. Read more
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The Analog Advantage: Why Your Homestead Needs a Notebook, Not Another Screen
Out here on the stead, life moves slow and fast all at the same time. There’s always something needing your hands—a limb to cut, a pile of debris to move, a pond to clean—and the last thing I want is another buzzing screen begging for attention. The more Missy and I lean into this simple, Read more
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Memories, Mercy, and Meaning: Thanksgiving This Side of Heaven
As November quickly approaches, my thoughts turn toward Thanksgiving. I have some great memories of Thanksgivings past, memories I wouldn’t take anything for. Memories of when Jayd, Nanny, and Laurine were still here with us. The food, the smells, the games, the laughter, all surrounding the kitchen. The only thing Missy enjoys more than cooking Read more
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Sip, Clean, Relax: Simple Fall DIYs for a Cozy Home
Cozy up this fall with a warm autumn tea and easy DIY cleaners made with natural ingredients — simple, peaceful ways to make your home feel welcoming. Read more
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Finding Simple, Natural Remedies in a Complicated World
Hello There! In this crazy world we’re living in, I find myself increasingly drawn to simple, DIY, and holistic ways to care for our bodies. Over the years, I’ve realized just how many lotions, medicines, and “quick fixes” are filled with chemicals, toxins, and side effects that often cause more harm than good. I don’t Read more
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Semi Homestead Fall/Winter Maintenance – Indoor
Hello fellow Semi Homesteaders! Kyle here. Now that we’ve tackled the big jobs outside—things like clearing debris from the mower spindles, getting the air filter blown out after use, and stabilizing or draining the fuel before storage—it’s time to shift our focus inside. If you’re anything like Missy, you’re already enjoying those “crisp fall nights” Read more