Amish Country Farm Grows Goats, Guinea Hogs and Great Family
Karen Johnson
August 4, 2014
As far back as the US Census goes, my family’s occupation is listed as farming. It’s just in my blood!
Sustainable Living
Low Fuel Cooking: Flowerpot Hoppin’ John and Solar Gluten-free Cornbread
Glynis DeYong
July 30, 2014
On Monday, I told you all about the ways I cook without using my stove. Here are two of my favorite recipes made using alternative cooking methods.
Cooking with the Earth and Sun!
Glynis DeYong
July 28, 2014
In the Arizona desert, you have to get creative with your cooking. I hate to heat the house up at any time!
Beat Those Bean Beetles Naturally!
Kendra P
July 14, 2014
The pesky Mexican Bean Beetle can wipe out an entire bean crop. I learned a simple way to keep my beans safe.
Blogger Kathy And Family Break Free From Plastic Bags
Kathy Harrison
June 23, 2014
Preparedness expert Kathy Harrison shares how she and her family went plastic-bagless! They’ve been at it two years now, and they’re glad they made the effort. Her community joined in the conversion.
American Gardens: Birke’s Garden Diary Hilarious, Helpful
Karen Johnson
June 20, 2014
Our urban American Gardener Birke is tenacious! A cold Midwest spring played havoc with her plot, but she’s persevering…and doing some preserving.
American Gardeners: Downeast garden is going!
Kathy Harrison
June 13, 2014
My seeds have sprouted…I have found some winners here and I can’t wait to share what I have learned.
Not-Quite-City-Chickens 2: The Ultimate Chicken Condo!
Karen Johnson
May 21, 2014
What happens when you mix chickens, an engineer, and a woodworker? A phenomenal chicken condo of course!
Laundry Day Gets Different When Resources Are At Stake
Glynis DeYong
May 9, 2014
Our life isn’t about having all the modern conveniences, bells and whistles. It’s about doing things in a way that is thoughtful while caring for and conserving our resources.
Down East Gardener Welcomes Spring…Finally!
Kathy Harrison
May 2, 2014
I was beginning to lose hope but at long last my seeds have decided to welcome spring. I have flats and greenhouses…and they’re getting green!
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