homesteaddreamer, Author at Homestead Dreamer

Saturday Survival Serial – Volume 3, Week 2

January 23, 2016 by homesteaddreamer

This is week 2 in volume 3 of the Saturday Survival Serial. To learn more about what the Saturday Survival Serial is, click here. To start at week 1, click here. RR and Tyler walked over to where Jimmy, Amie, Ryan, and Jessica were discussing the rising water. They had seen it already and … [Read more...]

Saturday Survival Serial – Volume 3, Week 1

January 15, 2016 by homesteaddreamer

Master Sergeant Jeffrey Miller read the message three times before looking up at the soldier standing at attention in front of him. “Was this message authenticated?” “Yes, Sir. The codes checked out.” The soldier nervously licked his lips. “Permission to speak freely, Sir.” Sergeant Miller … [Read more...]

Cooking with Home Canned Food

January 5, 2016 by homesteaddreamer

Cooking with food you canned yourself is a real joy to experience.Not everyone has experience or are intimidated by cooking home canned food. When it is cold and snowy in the middle of February, is there anything better than opening a jar of jam you made yourself? The sweet taste of summer teases … [Read more...]

Making Money on the Homestead

January 4, 2016 by homesteaddreamer

One of the reasons people choose to live a more self-reliant life and homestead is to get away from money. They don't want their life to be focused solely on making money. The trouble with that is, you really can’t get completely away from needing some of that ol’ ‘trading paper.’ Some scoff at … [Read more...]

Aftermath II: The Struggle for Independence Now Available!

December 16, 2015 by homesteaddreamer

FINALLY! After months of delays, trying to get help with editing, and draft after draft, "Aftermath II: The Struggle for Independence" has released! For those who are new, this is book 2 in the Jimmy Walker Series. Book one was released a year ago and has enjoyed a warm welcome … [Read more...]

What is the Saturday Survival Serial?

December 5, 2015 by homesteaddreamer

For those who are new to the site, those who already know what the Saturday Serial is but missed previous volumes, and those who gobble anything Saturday Serial-related up, I am answering the overall question of, "What is the Saturday Survival Serial, exactly?" Ever hear of the old "Choose … [Read more...]

Stocking Stuffers for Homesteaders

November 28, 2015 by homesteaddreamer

Awhile back on Facebook, I asked the question: "What do you think would be good stocking stuffers for homesteaders? What would you want?" The response was overwhelming and greatly varied! I went through and compiled all of them to help you find that perfect gift for the homesteader in your life...or … [Read more...]