Every couple of weeks I plan to give an update about what is going on around the farm. What projects Nick and I are working on and what our plans are. This will not only keep me accountable but will give you a glimpse into what is going on behind the scenes as well! The [...]
The laundry room is a room that I spend a LOT of time in - I'm sure you can relate. With two humans, 4 dogs, 2 cats and currently 3 rabbits on our farm there is always a load that is waiting to be done. Our new home had a fantastic space for a laundry [...]
It’s funny to me that one of my goals is to start to develop this blog into an educational resource about starting a farm and I start with a post about me and my own goals. But, I feel that the best way to actually ACHIEVE goals is to share them and then check back [...]
I got my bees on Saturday April 18. Almost exactly one week ago. Finally after YEARS of talking about it and a year of seriously studying and prepping for it - including earning my first level certification in the Midwest Master Beekeeper Program. Finally, I have bees! Like anything that involves being a beginner - [...]
I absolutely LOVE birds. I can spend hours sitting outside listening to them and watching them and they are some of my favorite subjects to photograph (my dogs might eke out just ahead of them on my list). Last year I set up a bird feeder area in front of my house and it looked [...]
Before the shelter in place order went in place in Illinois I saw this amazing breadbox on VarageSale. Well, a breadbox with amazing potential at least. I am working on revamping my kitchen (and planning for my future farmhouse kitchen) with adorable vintage charm. I have a great love of Fiestaware courtesy of my fiance [...]
The real things haven't changed. It is still best to be honest and truthful; to make the most of what we have; to be happy with simple pleasures; and have courage when things go wrong.Laura Ingalls Wilder As a young girl, whenever I had to do chores in the garden my mom would be "Ma" [...]
So honestly I'm surprised it has taken me this long to write a post that involves my dogs. I like to refer to myself as a lovingly-involved dog mom but others may say that I'm a bit obsessed. I have quite the pack of pups - Brown Lab Mix - Rusty; Golden Retriever - Comet; [...]
I LOVE birds. I have 2 bird feeders in my yard and when I finally have my farm I intend to set up a bird paradise with different types of feeders and bird baths. For now, I work with what I have and I put my cute bird feeders up in my yard where I [...]
