News From The Semi Homestead
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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,
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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