News From The Semi Homestead
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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,…
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Homesteading Dreams & Dirty Realities: Prepping for the Chaos Ahead
Thinking about and planning a homestead is a rewarding experience, but let’s be real—I imagine the reality of it will be more like a never-ending obstacle course than a leisurely stroll through the countryside. We’ll be knee-deep in dirt, covered in sweat, and wondering why the chickens are plotting against us. Missy and I have…
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Building Our Barndominium: A Fresh Start and a Cozy 2-Ingredient Biscuit Recipe
Hello There! We’ve been talking a lot about our transition from Cook It for 2 to Semi-Homesteaders lately, and today, I want to share with you why we chose to build a barndominium instead of a traditional home. It’s a move that feels right for us as we embrace a new chapter of life as…
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Blaze King Ashford vs. Traditional Wood Stoves: Which One Would You Choose?
One of the most important investments for any homestead is a reliable heat source. Before we ever start to build our barndominium and working toward a more self-sufficient lifestyle, we’ve been researching wood stoves. After all, there’s nothing quite like the warmth and comfort of a wood fire warming our toes on a chilly evening.…
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Planning Our Barndominium
Waaaaaay back in the 1990s, Missy and I traveled to a family event in Texas. We weren’t far in when we started noticing metal buildings… metal buildings being used as HOUSES! They can be seen everywhere now but back then, they hadn’t made it to Tennessee yet, at least not to our area.They were AWESOME!…
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From Dreams to Dirt: Starting Our Semi-Homestead Adventure
Building Our Dream: The Excitement and Challenges of Starting From Scratch Hello There! Big changes are happening, and I can’t wait to share them with you! As we transition from Cook It For 2 to Semi-Homesteaders: Dirt, Dishes, & Dreams, Kyle and I are stepping into an entirely new adventure—building our own home and creating…