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Growing & preserving pure organic food is one of the core focuses of our homestead. For those that are seeking self reliance but live in climates that do not provide…

A breeze is blowing through the window carrying the sweet fragrance of fireweed with it. It smells sweet and spicy. The aroma gently lingers in the air around me. I’ve…

Are worries about money haunting you in the wee hours of the morning? If so, you’re not alone. Worrying about finances is one of the biggest cause of stress in…

Sometimes a relaxing mist is just what you need to cool and soothe your skin on a hot day. It is so satisfying to take pure ingredients and create luxurious,…

When I open one of my old books and find a little message in the form of a flower or leaf pressed between its pages, it’s like a message from…

Keep your pets safe and happy with this all natural, easy to make insect repellent. It has the added bonus of smelling rather nice. Insects really bother our dogs and…

A lot of people don’t think about roses as a food source but around here, they are an important part of our perennial food landscape. We use both the petals…

I am holding a silver feather broach in my hand, a gift that’s been handed down in my husbands family. It feel like such an honour to have received it.…

Did you know that you can tap birch trees for their sap? Birch sap is rich in minerals and antioxidants and has been used as a heath tonic by a…

You can cut your food bills by 25% or MORE by adopting some simple money saving strategies. Before grocery stores and super markets came along, people needed to be a…