A Case of the August BlahsAugust 19, 2014
As the garden dies down and the kids return to school, I find myself with a case of the August blahs.
How My Family Survives the Dog Days of SummerAugust 4, 2014
The super-hot end of summer can mean cranky kids. Keep them cool and occupied with these family fun night ideas.
3 Ways to Turn Child Hindrances Into Farm HelpJuly 28, 2014
Your kids’ innocent farming mistakes can mean big problems for you. Turn the situation around to make even their biggest oopsies somewhat helpful.
16 Funny Things Only My Kids Would SayJuly 21, 2014
When you live in a farmhouse of boys, life’s never short on OMG moments.
4 Mom-isms for Summer Farm SafetyJuly 15, 2014
After a summer filled with a number of farm accidents, it’s time I started taking the safety advice I give my kids.
5 Tips for Planning an Off-Farm Family VacationJuly 7, 2014
Take a break from everyday farm life and minimize the stress of planning a getaway with this help.
Participate in Independence This July FourthJune 30, 2014
As you work your land, take time to recognize the events in American history that gave you this freedom.
5 Ways I’ll Avoid Another Encounter With a CopperheadJune 23, 2014
Even when things get busy on the homestead, it’s important to keep your head on your shoulders or you might just find yourself face-to-face with a poisonous snake.
Meet Shawn: Homestead HusbandJune 16, 2014
My husband’s farm upbringing transformed him into the person he is today.
Rooster Steve: Hunter, Protector and Model Farm FatherJune 10, 2014
I couldn’t tell you who named Steve or even where the name came from, but regardless of the origin, “Steve” quickly became a bar to which all future roosters would be measured.
