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5 Challenges All Homesteaders Face

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Challenges are something that humans cannot get away from no matter how hard they try. When it comes to homesteading, some days it feels like you signed up for an intensive class in overcoming obstacles! I am the first to admit I am not a pro at homesteading - not even proficient (yet) - and yet we … [Read more...]

Greenhouse Repair and a Side of Buckshot

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Last year we built a very ramshackle greenhouse using mostly materials from around the property we live on. Through a couple of really spectacular storms and then the snow breaking the PVC pipe we used for the roof, it was pretty much decimated. Last Sunday we went out and tackled the main … [Read more...]

My Story – Part 3: The Lessons Learned and Changes Made

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This is Part 3 of three part series detailing how we started on this crazy journey! We learned so many lessons and the changes made were numerous! The first full year of changing to a more self-sufficient lifestyle was not without its ups and downs. As I mentioned it Part 2 of My Story, I almost … [Read more...]

My Story-Part 2: The Learning Curve

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This is Part 2 in a 3 part series, detailing how we started on the crazy path we're on! The learning curve was pretty sharp! When the soon-to-be husband and I agreed to start changing our lifestyle to a more self-sustainable one, the work really began. As I mentioned in Part 1, I was still in … [Read more...]

My Story – Part 1: It all began with some seeds and a Facebook page

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Welcome to Homestead Dreamer! For those of you following me from Facebook, I am happy you came over. It is because of your encouragement that I decided to take the next step in March 2014, and here it is! Here is My Story. How this crazy journey began  About a year and a half ago, I got an itch. … [Read more...]