Spring is really showing up around here. With the change of the seasons, comes birth, growth, and a time to refresh some chores that are usually only done once or twice a year. My Nannie Red's irises are blooming along the side of the house. They are so beautiful and they … [Read more...] about Spring is here, 2014
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Kombucha Mayonnaise
I was just saying on Instagram and Facebook how my chickens took forever to start laying again, but when they did... I mean, look at that yolk! Amazing, huh?Gorgeous! I had just read about making Kombucha Mayonnaise.It just so happened that I poured off some kombucha today … [Read more...] about Kombucha Mayonnaise
Homestead Lentil Stew
Once a week, I have one of my kids 'shop' from the freezer and bring me several packs of meat. This week, my eldest brought in a pack of chicken thighs, a small pork roast, a package of bacon (of course... this child is a bacon fiend!) and a small pack of tenderloin chops. From … [Read more...] about Homestead Lentil Stew
Enjoying Autumn
Sometimes life gets very busy, huh? I know it has for me. No matter how hard you try to simplify and slow... the busy-ness seems to take hold, even still. Let me tell you though, even in our day-to-day busy-ness, I have not forgotten to keep my eyes open and the beauty … [Read more...] about Enjoying Autumn
Canning Greens
Have you ever considered canning your excess greens? It is a fairly simple process, but it does take a little time. What I have is turnip greens. I'm from the south. You eat your greens around here.If you have your greens, a bowl of beans, cornbread, and some fried … [Read more...] about Canning Greens
