News From The Semi Homestead
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5 Homemade Summer Swaps That Are Better Than Store-Bought
Hello There! Summer is such a great time to slow down a bit and think about the little things we bring into our homes—and what we could start making ourselves instead. Whether you’re knee-deep in homesteading or just dipping your toes in like we are, it’s the small swaps that start to shift things. They…
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Wrangling the Chaos: How a Master To-Do List Can Save Your Homestead (and Your Sanity)
Getting prepared to live on a homestead, you’d think the biggest threat to my sanity would be planning on the rogue chicken or busted fence in the middle of a thunderstorm. But no—in my mind, it’s the never-ending parade of things to do that’ll make you want to curl up in the barn with the…
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Your Soul-Soothing Summer Reset: 5 Simple Ideas
Hello There! Summer is often painted as a season of hustle—gardens to tend, projects to build, picnics to host, goals to crush. But here, on our semi-homesteading journey and through the heartache of losing our son Jayd, we’ve learned something deeply freeing: Sometimes the greatest growth doesn’t come from doing more, but from learning to…
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Why Every Homesteader Needs a Leatherman: A Trusted Tool for Every Task
Hello There! Summer has arrived… it’s HOT and going to get HOTTER! If you’ve never experienced West Tennessee humidity, you don’t know what you’re missing.😊 Of course, I’ll never forget stepping off that C-141 in Panama, Central America. The heat hits you in the face like a ton of bricks there, so I am thankful…
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A Mother’s Heart: A 14-Day Devotional for Every Season of Motherhood
Hello There! Mother’s Day carries a unique weight for every woman. For some, it is a day filled with joy, laughter, and breakfast in bed. For others, it stirs a quiet ache—a longing for children yet to come, a child who is no longer here, or a mother whose absence leaves a tender void. This…
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Homestead Powerhouse: Why the Kubota BX23S Might Be Your Dream Tractor
Alright, let’s talk tractors! As you know, Missy and I are deep in the planning stages for our barndominium and the whole Semi Homesteaders setup. And when you start thinking about a little land, one of the first things that comes to mind (after maybe chickens!) is a good, reliable tractor. So, I’ve been doing…
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Grow Fresh Veggies Anywhere: Our Favorite Spring Plants for Grow Bags
Hello There! When you picture a homestead garden, you probably imagine rows of lush veggies, a little white fence, maybe even a scarecrow in overalls. I imagined that too. But sometimes, life says, “Not yet.” Our house isn’t finished, and with construction timelines still shifting, a traditional garden just isn’t in the cards this season.…
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A Cozy Kitchen Refresh: Simple Ways to Welcome Spring into Your Home
Hello There! Spring is finally here, and with it comes a fresh start—a time to shake off the heaviness of winter and breathe new life into our homes and kitchens. There’s something so satisfying about opening the windows, letting in that crisp spring air, and making small changes that bring warmth and brightness to our…
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Homestead Must-Haves vs. Nice-to-Haves: Planning Our Future Homestead
As we prepare to transition into our homesteading journey, we’ve been deep in the research and planning mode (which basically means watching waaay too many YouTube videos and making lists we’ll probably lose). While we dream big about all the things we’d love to have on our homestead, we also recognize that some items are…
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Healthy & Delicious Breakfast Muffins: Make-Ahead, Freezer-Friendly & Customizable
Do you ever struggle with what to fix for breakfast?? Please tell me I am not alone! Breakfast has always been a bit of a challenge in our home. Kyle has to leave early many mornings, and I want to make sure he has something filling, healthy, and—most importantly—portable. On most of the early mornings,…