Learn why leafy greens are so incredibly good for you AND how to get more of them into your diet without hating life!

Kale Yeah! Easy Ways to Eat More Greens (Without Hating It)

Okay, let’s be real here. Eating more greens isn’t exactly an exciting idea for most people. Greens are the side dish we skip the sad pile on our plate, or something that we only reach for when we’re trying to “be good.” But greens deserve better treatment than that. These amazing leafy powerhouses are packed […]

Moon and Hare Collective Urban Farm Tour - Spring 2025

Urban Homestead Tour 2025

Almost 14 years ago, I moved into this house with my little family. We’ve had lots of changes over the years and a major re-start 3 years ago, when I was able to buy the house from my ex-husband. I thought it was about time to show you all the work I’ve done!

The Ten Commandments of Frugal Living

I am extremely frugal. Sometimes to a fault, I’ll admit that. I grew up on a farm where everything was used and reused until it was literally not able to be anymore. But then, someone might fix it up and give it even more life. I actually grew up next to a landfill and my […]

Canning 101, Part 4: Frequently Asked Questions

And thusly, we reach the end of my treatise on canning. I hope that these videos have been helpful and inspire you to get started with some canning for your family. This final video answers many of your questions about the procedures and processes involved in canning, and how important they are. If you have […]

Canning 101: Part 3 Pressure Canning

Pressure canning is the more intimidating of the canning processes, but it doesn’t have to be. There are lots of safety features built into your canner to make sure that everyone stays safe. I go over those features, along with lots of other tips and techniques to get started pressure canning! Give it a watch! […]

Canning 101 Part 2: Waterbath Canning

Canning 101 Part 2: Waterbath Canning

Let’s continue on our canning journey with all the information on waterbath canning. This will let you know all the basics. Waterbath canning is a great easy way to get started in canning- watch below to learn more! Click here for the first post all about the History and Science of Canning! There are also […]

Cut Stress & Save Time with this Seasonal Meal Planning Formula

Cut Stress & Save Time with this Seasonal Meal Planning Formula

Meal planning is an absolute game-changer for anyone, but especially for busy modern homesteaders juggling family life, garden chores, and endless to-do lists. Meal planning is simply taking a bit of time to plan out what meals you’re going to cook for the week. It’s about reducing the daily stress of deciding what’s for dinner […]