Tag: homestead
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Right Here, Right Now | Holding Gratitude in a Season of Change
Hello There! This morning I’ve been going through pictures on my phone…flowers, trees, little corners of our yard… and it stirred up more emotion than I expected. We’ve been in this house almost four years now, and as we get closer to moving into our new home, I find myself looking around a little differently.… Read more
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Building a New Home: What the Final Stages Really Feel Like
In the Middle of It All Things are really busy around here right now. We are in the final stages of building our new home, and this season is full of progress, emotions, and anticipation for what’s next. And I’ll be honest… it’s a mix of so many emotions all at once. There’s excitement—so much… Read more
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It’s All Happening: Cabinets Installed + Septic Progress at our Barndominium
Little Glimpses of Home There’s something so special about walking into a space that’s slowly becoming home. Lately, every time we show up at the house, it feels like a new surprise is waiting on us. Over the past few days, they’ve been installing our kitchen cabinets, and seeing them in place has just been…… Read more
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The Best Healthy Homemade Granola Recipe
There’s something about a quiet morning on the homestead that just feels like a fresh start. The light comes in a little softer, the coffee tastes a little better, and there’s this gentle reminder that simple things really are enough. That’s exactly where this Good Morning Glow Granola fits in for me—it’s simple, nourishing, and… Read more
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How to Use Sourdough Discard: A Simple Guide for the Semi-Homesteader
Hello There! There is something deeply special about sourdough. It’s not just the way the house smells like a high-end bakery! It’s the lessons it whispers while you’re kneading: Slow growth. Patience. Faithfulness. If you’ve been following our story for a while, you know my starter isn’t just a jar of fermented flour—she’s a family… Read more
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Disaster Comes to My Little Corner of the World
Hello there, Lately, I’ve been thinking more about everyday life and how much we rely on things we usually take for granted. Most of the time, life moves along comfortably enough that we don’t stop to question it. Power comes on when we flip a switch. Water flows when we turn a handle. Heat is… Read more
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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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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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Homemade Weed Killer That Actually Works
Howdy, fellow semi-homesteaders!Kyle here (Michelle’s supervising from a safe distance with coffee in hand), and today we’re talking about something that threatens every homestead dream faster than a rabbit in your lettuce patch—weeds. You know the kind: bold, disrespectful, and utterly convinced they own the place. Now, before you break out the flamethrower—or worse, the… Read more
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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… Read more