How to grow an apple tree from seed
First of all, when you eat an apple - do you just start biting? Or do you cut it into slices? In what is very likely a throwback to my…
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March 11, 2022
“American Engineering”
Even though it was still a little chilly, Saturday was a gorgeous day to take care of some long-neglected tasks on the homestead. Unfortunately, one of those tasks was to…
February 28, 2022
The “Poultry Frenzy” article + what we do on our farm
North Carolina "Poultry Frenzy" I read a very thought provoking article from Mother Jones this morning called North Carolina Poultry Frenzy: 500 Million Birds and “Zero Transparency”. In light of…
February 24, 2022
The Chicken Hat Pattern
Last week, I saw the most adorable photo of a chicken wearing a hat. Yes, I know that chickens don't need hats to stay warm. But you know what? It…
February 21, 2022
Caribbean Heat Lamb Chops
Caribbean Heat Lamb Chops Cast Iron SkilletMeat ThermometerAluminum FoilKitchen TimerTongs 2-3 sprays Avocado Oil1 lb S&B Bell Farms Lamb Chops1/2 tsp. Goodin's Garden Caribbean Heat Habanero Powder1 Tbsp. Maple…
February 19, 2022
Our first Snow of 2022
It finally happened... our first big snow of winter! And wow, it was a pretty substantial one. Our very unofficial measurement was 6" right outside the barn. Since we knew…
January 6, 2022
Lamb Shank Tacos
Lamb Shank Tacos Using an unexpected cut of lamb for these amazing tacos adds an entirely new level of flavor! Instant PotLarge tongsForks for shredding 2 lbs Lamb Shanks2…
January 5, 2022
‘Twas The Night Before Christmas
'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the farm *ALL* the creatures were stirring because it was so warm! Two new LED lights were hung in the garage with…
December 24, 2021
How to Make Mint Infused Olive Oil for Soapmaking
I enjoy being able to add a little "extra" to the soaps I make. You would think that providing the goat milk would be enough, but sometimes I am a…
December 6, 2021
Is it time to plant the garlic yet? (Yes!)
This year marks the second year that I planted garlic in my backyard garden! Last year was such an amazing success, I was very happy to repeat the process. What…
November 17, 2021