Living on a rural homestead means that we need to be vigilant to protect our livestock. Despite our best efforts and even setting daily alarms, sometimes we forget to lock the chickens up at night. Sadly, it only takes once for a predator to decimate an entire chicken flock in a single evening. The ChickCozy…
Growing luffa gourds in the garden is a fun project, but washing with an awkwardly shaped sponge is difficult! With a bit of time and a few simple materials, you can transform that oblong gourd into your own luffa sponge that is perfect for the shower or the kitchen! What are luffa sponges? Luffa sponges…
Looking for an easy game day treat? How about a crowd-pleasing appetizer? Maybe an easy supper at home with the family? This Velvetta queso recipe made in the crockpot has just a few simple ingredients that make it easy to throw together for any occasion! With creamy Velveeta, zesty salsa, and ground meat, it’s an…
Like many homesteaders and hunters, we want to honor the animals we harvest by being good stewards of the harvest. If you have ever processed a deer, you may have wondered, What can you do with deer fat? For many hunters, the instinct is to toss it in the gut pile, assuming it’s part of the waste of…
When raising baby chicks or any small birds, a reliable heat source is a necessity to keep your chicks warm. Unlike adult birds, chicks have fluff, not feathers. Chicks need to be provided with supplemental heat until they have fully feathered out and can regulate their own body temperature. Since I was a girl, we…
For anyone passionate about baking with whole grains, fresh-milled flour is the only way to ensure your family has the most nutrient-dense baked goods. Not only does it give you complete control over the quality of your ingredients, but it ensures you bake with whole wheat flour at its peak nutrition level. If you’re looking…
Have you ever wished you could enjoy that creamy, melty texture of store-bought Velveeta cheese but without all the processed ingredients? This recipe for homemade Velveeta cheese from raw milk offers a healthier alternative to a classic favorite. It uses just a handful of simple ingredients that you may already have in your pantry. This kind of…
Plan Now for a Homemade Christmas Christmas can be a crazy, busy time of year, and it can be easy to miss the magic when you’re caught up in the hustle and bustle. This holiday season, take time to slow down, gather close and celebrate the simple joys that make this time of year so…
When you picture a beehive, most people first think of the queen bee and the busyness of the worker bees. You might not realize that worker bees are all female, every single one of them. Male honey bees are called drones, but where are they, and what do drone bees do? Many consider drones to…
Hidden in every beehive is a highly organized society of bees with a clear hierarchy and well-defined roles. Though a thriving colony can house over 60,000 bees, every bee plays a vital part in the hive’s survival. Each hive is made up of a fascinating caste of characters, including the queen bee, the versatile female…
