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So you want to learn about canning? Before you go all canning rebel on your family and friends, let’s start by learning how to can without the fear of potentially, maybe… probably making someone sick or doing all this work just to have the food that you took so much...

Homesteading is all about self-sufficiency, sustainability, and making choices that promote the well-being of your family and the environment. It’s a lifestyle that encourages us to grow our own food, raise animals, and reduce our reliance on commercial products. Yet, there’s one aspect of homesteading that often gets overlooked—the cookware...

Introduction: On a homestead, the connection to the land and the animals that inhabit it is profound. One beautiful way to honor this connection and make the most of every resource is by crafting homemade bone broth. This versatile elixir, rich in flavor and nutrients, not only enhances your culinary...

In a world marked by fleeting trends and disposable commodities, there’s something profoundly beautiful about gifts that endure through generations. One such timeless and sustainable gift is the humble fruit tree. Bestowing the gift of a fruit tree isn’t merely an act of generosity; it’s the planting of a legacy,...

Today I want to share with you some of the benefits of homeschooling your children. I know this is a controversial topic for some people, but I hope you will keep an open mind and hear me out. FYI: I home schooled my kids. Homeschooling is a form of education...

The hosts delve into the history of butter, its industrialization, and the rise of margarine as a substitute. They provide various methods of making butter using raw milk or excess cream, including equipment to use and different types of butter to make. They also highlight the health benefits, including the...

Cast iron cookware has been a kitchen staple for centuries, and for good reason. Cast iron is durable, versatile, and can handle high temperatures like no other material. However, maintaining your cast iron cookware can be a bit tricky. In this article, we’ll cover the basics of cast iron care,...

It’s not everyday when one has total access to a butcher.  In this episode Carol & Jamie takes advantage of the chance to discuss some of the details that are involved before, during and after purchasing an animal for butchering.  As a customer, a producer/farmer and a butcher… all things...

Yesterday, we took to the task of adding our podcast RSS feed to the many podcast directories and podcast aggregators out there. Initially, we will be on the BIG four – Google, Spotify, Apple & Amazon. Apple can take awhile to get on, but… it is what it is. The...