My overall goal is to be more self-reliant in 2019 than we were in 2018. Self-Reliance means we will be able to do more for ourselves and save money in the process. The time between Christmas and New Year's is a wonderful time to reflect and set goals for the coming year. I am taking lots of me time while my husband is home from work to focus on reflection, goal setting, and planning for 2019. Homesteading & Self-Reliance Goals My overall goal is to be more self-reliant in 2019 than we ...
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Essential Oil Diffuser Blends for Fall
These essential oil diffuser blends are perfect for fall and making your home smell amazing. Try out a few different blends, and discover your home's signature fall scent. Think about fall. What scents come to mind? Leaves. Cut wood. Campfires. Apple Pie. Warm Chai. Mulled Cider. Spices like cinnamon and clove. This time of year you can go into any candle shop, or even just the candle aisle of your favorite home store or craft store, ...
Planning a Fall Garden
I know what you're thinking, "A fall garden? It's only July!" But now is exactly when you should be thinking about your fall garden. What types of crops do you want to harvest into December and January? What garden beds will be available to you? Do your local nurseries carry seedlings this time of year, or do you have to start your own seed? Harvest Season So many people think of gardening as between Mother's Day and Columbus Day in our zone, but the reality is we have ...
10 Books for Homesteaders (and Future Homesteaders) + A Few on My Wishlist
With so many wannabe homesteaders not having a family member to teach them, many are relying on blogs, youtube, and books to learn as much as they can before taking the leap. Here is my list of books for homesteaders (and future homesteaders) to help you get started. We are suburban homesteaders. There is only a quarter-acre lot, and our home, garage, and shed are on the land as well. Since we have young children, we need space for them to run and play. That means we ...
5 Essential Oil Diffuser Blends for Bedtime
How'd you sleep? As someone who deals with insomnia combined with children waking me up in the middle of the night, my usual response was "meh". I had many friends recommend various supplements or essential oils as a natural way to help me get some much-needed rest. I liked the idea of using a natural product versus taking a pill to knock me out, so I figured it was worth a try. ...