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Food Inflation = Motivation

Posted on March 17, 2011 by cindy

Okay, so I’ll state the obvious, which is I know I haven’t blogged for awhile. “Life” took over, I got lax in some of my blogging and homesteading, and there you have it. I’m working part time, still homeschooling, and … Continue reading →

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Days Like This

Posted on January 29, 2010 by cindy

I love days like today!  I was home all day and enjoyed a peaceful, yet productive day.  I was able to start a couple things I’ve been wanting to try, and spend some time doing stuff around here that help … Continue reading →

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Natural Fly Control for the Chicken Coop

Posted on August 27, 2009 by cindy

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 →

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Stuff

Posted on April 22, 2009 by cindy

Stuff – my house is filled with it!  I’d like to think that I own the stuff, but lately I’ve decided the stuff owns ME.  In my effort to simplify, make things from scratch, etc., it seems like I have … Continue reading →

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Homestead Things Accomplished Today

Posted on October 15, 2008 by cindy

I finally got my seedlings started and my bush bean plants are coming up in the raised bed.  They are already about 6 inches tall.  A few seeds didn’t germinate, so I’ll put a few more out.  This way the … Continue reading →

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