Tag Archives: Homesteading

Spring Seeding Red Clover

Posted on February 29, 2016 by Jennifer

We have been enjoying some beautiful weather, including Saturday, when I was able to broadcast red clover seed on one of my mom’s fields.  This particular field has been in crop production for a few years and we are seeding … Continue reading →

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Cutting Wood and a Surprise

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Jennifer

Yesterday, our family headed out to a friend’s timber with the goal of cutting three loads of wood.  This week the temperatures are supposed to moderate which will be great.  However, because of where this timber is located, we had … Continue reading →

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Building Garden Boxes

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Jennifer

Do you get frustrated with a traditional row garden?  I know I sure do!!  It seems that we always hit a rainy period where the weeds grow, well like weeds. Then I can’t get in the garden to pull them … Continue reading →

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Starting Seeds Indoors

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Jennifer

Despite the snow and cold temperatures, the kids and I are already dreaming of spring.  We have been pouring over the seed catalog deciding what varieties (some new, some tried and true) we would like to plant this year.  Each … Continue reading →

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Beef Stew Recipe

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Jennifer

Beef Stew Ingredients to make 7 quarts: 4-5 pounds of roast (cut in chunks) or stew meat 12 cups chopped potatoes 8 cups sliced carrots 3 cups chopped onion 3 cups chopped celery-optional (I don’t include this because several in … Continue reading →

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