There’s something undeniably satisfying about harvesting your own food—and this week, our family is celebrating the humble but powerful garlic. We’re pulling up bulbs by the armful, and despite the weeds trying to take over, the garden is alive, thriving, and producing real food our family can actually use. It’s messy. It’s beautiful. It’s a blessing.

Our boys have been beaming with pride watching the fruits of their labor spring to life—spinach, salad greens, and now garlic. There’s nothing like watching little hands plant something months ago and now dig it up with wide eyes and muddy fingers. These are the moments that make the mess worth it.

Why Garlic Deserves a Spot in Every Garden

Whether you have a small raised bed on your porch or rows of crops stretching across your property, garlic needs to be on your planting list. Here’s why:

1. It’s Ridiculously Easy to Grow

Garlic practically grows itself. You plant it in the fall (or early spring, depending on your zone), mulch it ...

Hey there, fellow and aspiring homesteaders!

What a week it's been on our little slice of the homestead! We've delved deep into the heart of homesteading and sustainable living, exploring not just the how-tos but the incredible whys behind this fulfilling lifestyle. If you've been with us from the start, you've seen the seeds of inspiration we've planted together. If you're just joining, welcome to the family! Let's take a stroll through our week's journey, shall we?

Homesteading isn't just a trend; it's a return to roots that many of us didn't even know we had. It's about building connections—not just between us and the earth but within our community of like-minded souls eager to reclaim a bit of control in our fast-paced, digital world. We talked about the empowerment that comes from growing your own food, the peace found in the rhythms of nature, and the satisfaction of DIY projects that turn a house into a sustainable home.

We also uncovered the layers of benefits that come with...

As winter blankets the landscape with snow and frost, our homestead comes alive with the beauty of the season. Despite the chilly temperatures, there's still work to be done, especially when it comes to caring for our cherished flock of chickens. In this blog post, we invite you to join us on a heartwarming winter adventure as we navigate the challenges of tending to our feathered friends in the cold.

On a frosty morning, my youngest son and I bundle up in our warmest coats and boots, ready to brave the elements and tend to our chickens. Armed with a bucket of kitchen scraps collected from our daily meals, we head out into the snow-covered backyard. As we approach the chicken coop, our feathered companions eagerly greet us with excited clucks and flaps of their wings.

With laughter in the air and snowflakes falling gently around us, we pour the kitchen scraps into the chicken feeder, watching as the chickens eagerly peck away at the delicious treats. Despite the cold, their enthusias...