Well, let’s just say suburban homesteading in the winter is…well, it isn’t, actually. Doesn’t seem like there’s much to do during the winter if you’re not living off the grid, or raising animals, or building chicken coops, or whatever real homesteaders do in the winter *wink*wink*. Actually that’s not entirely true. Because we live in … Continue reading »
Well, we’ve officially been “experimenting” with homesteading for one year. ONE. WHOLE. YEAR. {wow} We had incredible set backs this year: an unexpected move and an even more unexpected injury to our youngest child. Along with that, I’ve gone back to work. So as I sat down to contemplate what we accomplished this year, I … Continue reading »
When we first began this Homestead Experiment, one of our biggest questions was how, exactly, were we going to accomplish this while living in a suburban environment – one where we have limitations like no bees, goats, chickens, turkeys, or pigs?? What else is involved in this homesteading thing? At times this summer it felt … Continue reading »
The last time I posted was over a month ago! Holey-moley! I guess I better explain my disappearing act: Early July our son had a hand injury that has since required surgery, permanent and temporary wiring, a pin, and (thus far) 2 casts. We’ve been going from the ER to doctor to specialist, to surgery … Continue reading »
Well, well, well…could you imagine my surprise when I logged on to the blog after a one week hiatus because of Easter to find this little gem?!? Becky over at Clover and Thyme awarded us with this kind gesture!! Garsh. We’re honored. Becky recently blogged about her DIY Garden Light Hut and inspired us to … Continue reading »
Well, of course I’m new to this homesteading thing. But I do know quite a bit of supplies will be needed to pull it off. Most of which I don’t currently own. So I’ve been working on my wish list. And maybe I’ll start finding them at yard sales and in thrift stores in the … Continue reading »
Think: Mr. Roark, “Fantasy Island”, and, most importantly, Tattoo’s “De plane! De plane!” They’re here! They’re here. Jim from Triple Braided Farm Products delivered two beautiful raised garden beds this afternoon. Yes, it’s a bit cold outside to start planting…There’s snow on the ground, after all. But we are stoked to have them. As Julie mentioned, we … Continue reading »
It’s me again…Shelby. As promised, one of the things I’m going to focus on is exactly what this “Homestead Experiment” is going to cost us. And any scientist knows (no, I’m not one), any experiment must have at least one hypothesis to work from. Our hypothesis: Homesteading will have a positive impact on our grocery … Continue reading »
This post reflects two monumental events… My first first is my very first blog post…NOT just for The Homestead Experiment…LITERALLY my first blog post!!! My second first is my first foray into the homestead experiment. By the way, I’m “Hubs” in case you were wondering. My name is Shelby. JulieAnn, or as I’m privileged enough … Continue reading »
Hi, I’m JulieAnn. And I’m getting ready to conduct an experiment. Actually my whole family is. For one year we’re going to try our hand at Homesteading. We don’t entirely know what that means. But that’s what we’re setting out to learn. We’re ordering magazines. And checking books out of the library. We’re pouring over … Continue reading »
