Nettles- Practical and Free

Lightly raining and mild temps currently. Humid. Remind me to invest in a little weather station for my little spot here. I do like to keep those records since the weather service never gets it right out here. Male Nettle Female Nettle Jewelweed and Rider’s butt On Nettles: I’ve eaten the leaves in the past-ContinueContinue reading “Nettles- Practical and Free”

Transitioning to Minimalist Off-Grid Cooking: Challenges and Solutions

This is not my image, it was found floating around on the internet and on several Pinterest boards so If it is yours let me know and I will properly name it. One of the things I really have to get used to, and probably the most difficult things for me, to be honest, wasContinueContinue reading “Transitioning to Minimalist Off-Grid Cooking: Challenges and Solutions”

Homesteading Struggles: Starting Anew and Finding Motivation

Today is a beautiful day outside. Damp but not chilly. A bit humid. Lots of clouds with the sun occasionally peeking through. It has nothing to do with the picture I posted below. So what am I doing just wallowing in bed instead of using this day off from work to work on the homestead?ContinueContinue reading “Homesteading Struggles: Starting Anew and Finding Motivation”