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Chip Hughes
9 hours ago3 min read
Why Livestock Guardians and Working Dogs Need to Be Raised Differently
If you’ve ever raised a pet dog, you know how rewarding it can be to watch them grow into loyal companions. But raising a livestock...
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Nicole Hughes
Mar 28, 20243 min read
A Beginner's Guide to Crafting Kombucha: Health Benefits and Simple Brewing Tips
I absolutely LOVE kombucha! Besides water, coffee, and the occassional glass of wine, I am in love with kombucha and its' the only "soda...
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Nicole Hughes
Mar 27, 20243 min read
Nourishing Body and Soul: The Healing Power of Home Cooking and Baking
The simple act of cooking and baking at home has the potential to transform our lives, one delicious and wholesome meal at a time.
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Nicole Hughes
Mar 5, 20243 min read
Homesteading starts at HOME
you dont need to own land to be a homesteader
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Nicole Hughes
Feb 24, 20243 min read
Home Fermentation: Busting Myths and Exploring Top Methods
In recent years, home fermentation has gained popularity as a fascinating and rewarding culinary adventure. From tangy sauerkraut to...
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Nicole Hughes
Dec 8, 20233 min read
Our Family Holiday Traditions - A Story about Saint Nikolaus and Christkindl
keeping Bavarian Christmas traditions alive
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Nicole Hughes
Dec 5, 20232 min read
Transforming Leftover Cranberry Sauce into Festive Christmas Jam - A Christmas Gift Recipe
f you find yourself with leftover cranberry sauce from your holiday feasts, don't let it go to waste! Instead, let's upcycle that tangy deli
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Nicole Hughes
Nov 23, 20233 min read
Cranberries - American or European?
Cranberries. Not just an American thing
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Nicole Hughes
Oct 29, 20233 min read
Finding Home: A Journey of Connection with Nature and Foraging
In a world increasingly dominated by concrete jungles and digital landscapes, there's an innate longing within us to reconnect with nature
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Nicole Hughes
Oct 28, 20232 min read
A Journey of Love, Sustainability, and Self-Discovery
Finding home is about the life I create within those walls and the connection I foster with the world around me.
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Nicole Hughes
Oct 15, 20232 min read
Spice It Up: Creative Recipes for Dealing with an Overabundance of Habanero Peppers
Habaneros are known for their fiery heat and fruity flavor, making them a fantastic addition to a variety of dishes. In this blog post, we'l
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Chip Hughes
Oct 12, 20232 min read
Livestock Guardian Dogs: Protecting Your Flock in Summer vs. Winter
Livestock guardian dogs play an indispensable role in protecting herds from predators, adapting their strategies to the shifting challenges
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Chip Hughes
Oct 11, 20232 min read
The Fiery Powerhouse: Health Benefits of Hot Peppers
Peppers not only add a fiery kick to your meals but also offer a range of health benefits. These spicy peppers are rich in vitamins, mineral
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Nicole Hughes
Oct 6, 20232 min read
Finding Home Across Continents: A Journey of an Immigrant and a Soldier
"Finding home" - a phrase that carries a unique resonance for me as an immigrant to the United States, married to a U.S. Army soldier. My...
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Nicole Hughes
Sep 30, 20232 min read
Finding Home
The Heart's Journey "Finding home" transcends the physical walls of a house; it's an emotional pilgrimage of the heart. It's that...
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Nicole Hughes
Sep 28, 20233 min read
Fire Cider: A Spicy Elixir for Health and Flavor
Learn about the amazing benefits of fire cider
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Chip Hughes
Sep 20, 20232 min read
Anatolian Shepherds: Guardians of Tradition in the United States
These remarkable canines have a history steeped in tradition, dating back thousands of years to their native land, Anatolia
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Nicole Hughes
Sep 15, 20232 min read
Embracing the Homesteading Spirit: Festivals & Community
We've been on this homesteading journey for quite some time now. It all started with a dream of self-sufficiency,
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Nicole Hughes
Aug 19, 20237 min read
Bringing Old World rural life skills to the New World
Bringing Old World Skills to the New World
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Nicole Hughes
Jul 5, 20233 min read
Pastured meat. What's the story?
When we were homestead dreaming, one of the lines of thought included wanting to grow as much of our own food as possible. What started...
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