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Monthly Archives: August 2009
Natural Fly Control for the Chicken Coop
As much as I love my chickens, I do not love the flies that come with them! Because we don’t have a fenced yard, and live in a suburban neighborhood, my girls are confined most of the day. Add … Continue reading
Solar Baked Potatoes
Today I dusted off my solar oven and decided to cook the potatoes I will need for my Shepherd’s Pie I’ve planned for dinner tonight. Solar cooking definitely requires planning ahead, especially during the rainy season in Florida. I can’t … Continue reading
Lending a hand
Let’s face it — we’re all incredibly busy. There is so much to do around the home, in the garden, with the children, and on the job. It seems like our society has largely become so “me” focused, with everyone … Continue reading
Freezing Eggs
I love my hens, and I love getting fresh eggs everyday! I also love the look on people’s faces when I casually mention that I have chickens in my backyard As much as I love the fresh eggs, I’m amazed … Continue reading
Posted in Chickens, Homestead How-To
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Simply…Gluten Free?
For a while now I have suspected that I might be gluten-sensitive. After spending time with my mom in July and seeing how going gluten free has relieved so many of her health issues, I decided to try removing gluten … Continue reading
I Want My Life Back
After my whirlwind trip to visit relatives in three states back in early July, I came home thinking I had survived without getting too run down. In fact, I enjoyed eating lots of goodies from my mom’s Arkansas garden, so … Continue reading
Posted in Around the Homestead, Simple Faith
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