The holidays are sneaking up on us, and the farm is starting to look a little more festive every day — twinkling lights on the porch, cocoa on the stove, and that cozy feeling that only winter brings. I’ve been hunting for simple, meaningful gifts this year — things people will actually use and enjoy….
Some people might think canning season ends in August, but around here, my jars never get a break. Sure, summer brings tomatoes and pickles, but November and December are for cranberries, cinnamon, and all the cozy things that make the house smell like home. Canning isn’t a seasonal activity for me — it’s just the…
When my daughter graduated from high school, we had family members sign a new Bible for her to take with her into her next chapter of life. But I honestly ran out of time to do that for my son when he left for college this fall. So this past month, we gave him the…
As my uncle always says, if you read books, you’ll know things. I always enjoy reading a variety of different types of books that match my variety of hobbies and interests! From the classic Anne of Green Gables, my mom’s newest books, a new book about gardening, or a 1905 French Lupin mystery on Audible,…
With the weather starting to cool, I’m already planning for cozy evenings—hot tea or cocoa, a bowl of homemade popcorn, and the warmth of a fire in the wood-burning stove downstairs. But before that dream can become a reality, we need one essential thing: dry, easily accessible firewood. A firewood storage rack made from salvaged…
I love taking a walk around the farm, making homemade brownies, sitting by the fire, and spending time with family. Those are the moments when I remember to embrace the simple things that make life special. As we go through the month of November, I want to share a super-easy way to remind us to…
Are you looking for a simple Thanksgiving craft you can make to help celebrate the season of thankfulness? If you know how to crochet a simple rectangle, then you can make up a basketful of crocheted pumpkins to remind your friends and family that you are thankful, blessed and grateful! Here’s how easy it is…
Small towns are some of my favorite places to explore. It doesn’t matter if it’s fall, spring, or really any time of year — there’s just something relaxing about spending a day wandering through shops, meeting friendly people, and finding pieces of history tucked into every corner. Recently, we spent some time in Clinton, Tennessee,…
A few years ago, my family got me a cast iron dutch oven complete with a three pole stand to cook over an open fire. I’ve been waiting for the perfect weather to cook over the fire and this past weekend was just right. We carted out all the ingredients and my new pot and…