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 Read more

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 Read more

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 Read more

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 Read more

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. Read more

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, Read more

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 Read more