Have you ever considered having your homestead or being a homesteader? While I'm unsure if we will ever be self-sufficient, my husband and I have considered having our small homestead, mainly in the form of having chickens, a garden, and maybe our little farm to sustain our small family. That being said, we have no clue how things will go when we get there, but we are the sort … [Read more...] about The First-Time Homesteader Book Review
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The Vegetable Gardening Book Review
Are you considering vegetable gardening in your own backyard? As someone who has been gardening for a handful of years (mostly in pots and a small part of our yard), I can say it can sometimes be quite overwhelming. When I first started, it was mostly trial and error, learning some things from books and various websites. I can say without a doubt that having reference guides … [Read more...] about The Vegetable Gardening Book Review
Bloom The Secrets to Flowering Houseplants Book Review
Are you someone who loves flowering houseplants? As some of you know, I am a huge fan of houseplants. While I am a big fan of succulents and carnivorous flowering plants, I have wanted to expand my collection of plants throughout the house. Sometimes finding new, exciting, safe plants for the girls can be quite challenging, especially if I want them outside my plant room. … [Read more...] about Bloom The Secrets to Flowering Houseplants Book Review
Step By Step Projects for Self-Sufficiency Book Review
Have you ever wanted more self-sufficiency in your own home? One of the most rewarding things about being a homeowner is being able to make your own decisions about your property or home. As someone who has lived the suburban lifestyle but came from a farm community, I have outgrown the city life and want to try something different. While we do have a bit over half an acre, it … [Read more...] about Step By Step Projects for Self-Sufficiency Book Review
How to Raise Chickens Book Review
Have you ever wanted to raise chickens? Growing up in a farm community, I knew many people with chickens and quite a few farmers with hundreds. It was one of the reasons I wasn’t too sure about it for many years. I knew it was a great deal of work, and I was horrified at how some chickens were treated. That part made me realize that maybe I need to raise my chickens to ensure … [Read more...] about How to Raise Chickens Book Review