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2019 Mid-Year Homestead Update
It’s been awhile since I’ve had time to write down what’s been going on around here. I figured I’d better type up a 2019 mid-year, homestead update before I forget! We’ve been staying very busy so far this summer. This past week was the most “summery” we’ve had all year, and even though it was busy, it was probably the most relaxing week I’ve had in awhile. The four older kids had vacation bible school Monday through Friday, and for 2.5 hours each day, I only had 2 kids to take care of. It was so quiet! I love having the kids around, but I really, really needed that break.…
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Meant To Be
I am absolutely blown away by what I was able to get accomplished this past week after we slowed down our homeschool schedule for the summer! We've tackled so much. I can only hope we'll be this productive over the next few weeks!
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Summer on the Homestead
Summer on the homestead... it's bound to be busy!
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Bringing in the Harvest: Preserving Your Bounty
It's that time of year when the veggies from the garden start crowding your kitchen counter. Do you know how you'll preserve your harvest?
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Staying Cool in the Garden
I love gardening, but I don't love the hot, sticky, humid days of summer. It makes gardening unbearable... unless you use these tips and tricks to help keep yourself cool!
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A Fall Garden with the Kids
The idea of a fall garden has always been just a little intimidating to me. That, and if I felt courageous enough to plant one, I was always cut short in my plans when realizing I was too late to be successful. After a lot of research and some prodding from the kids, I helped plant a fall garden with the kids.
