Just like that, summer is almost over and the cooler evening temperatures are helping kick off the start to the pre-fall season. In honor of cooler nights, it only seemed fitting to get out our comforting soup recipes from our…
DiY Jewelweed Salve at Home
Homemade Jewelweed salve is simple to make and if you have access to, or live near areas with a natural water source and partial shade, you may just be able to forage for your own fresh jewelweed. Jewelweed is an…
Transforming a Vintage Cabinet
It seems like there is always some pending project going on around the homestead. So, when we get a chance to tackle a mini project, we jump at the opportunity. You know, those projects that you can actually accomplish in…
Homegrown IP Apple Cider
Some of our fondest memories were when we were a young growing military family stationed in upstate New York. The winters were long and the snow was something that this born and raised California girl could never get enough of….
Simple Homemade Apple Butter
I have a confession to make! I never really liked apple butter. Believe it or not, I had not even tasted apple butter until a friend in upstate NY made some and gave a jar to us as a gift….
Travel Spotlight: Tarpon Springs, FL
While many families are hunkering down for the start of the new school year, our family is still enjoying a little more summer lovin’ before the autumn season arrives and another homeschool year begins. This year will be our 12th…