Getting Attached Too Soon

Getting attached too soon can happen so easily. That rush of excitement when you first meet someone and the whirlwind of emotions that follow can make things unfold faster than they should. You’re definitely not alone in that. I totally get it. I’ve so been there…even when I know better… We all crave that connection, […]

9 Steps to Winterize Your Power Tools

We tend to use different tools at different times of the year. After all, we don’t have much use for lawnmowers when there’s a foot of snow in the yard. When you’re putting equipment away for the season, it’s important to winterize your power tools properly. This way, they’ll stay safe and secure during the…source

Brandied Cherries

Boozy, fruity, and delicious these brandied cherries are a fantastic addition to your favorite cocktail. If you have the luxury of delicious fresh cherries, you’ll want to make this luxurious treat. I’ve never been a huge fan of maraschino cherries. The artificially bright red, flavor-lacking garnishes just don’t do cherries justice. These brandied cherries are […]

Embracing Our Inner Thermostat

Our journey through life is not just about pursuing happiness or finding fulfillment in solitude. It’s about connection, a profound and often misunderstood concept. Connection is not about finding someone to complete us, but rather, it’s about embarking on a journey of self-discovery and growth, facilitated by the intimate relationships we cultivate along the way. […]

Growing Garlic in Raised Beds

Growing garlic in raised beds has been a huge success on our homestead. We’ve gotten excellent production from every bed with minimal effort. I don’t weed, fertilize, or irrigate these beds, and each 4×8 bed has produced buckets of garlic! We love using fresh garlic in our cooking, and for most people, it’s a low-maintenance… […]

Shelf Stable Recipe Book

There are many reasons that people choose to build a food storage. There are certain scenarios where it is highly likely that there will be no electricity for cooking. While it is great to use food storage in combination with fresh ingredients for everyday cooking, there is also a need to plan for meals, snacks, etc. that use only ingredients that can be stored on a “shelf”. Thus the term shelf stable recipes.

Choosing a Goat Mineral

Episode 139For the Love of Goats Does attempting to select the right minerals for your herd make your head spin? Do you know which three minerals are the primary keys to your herd’s health? How about the proper levels that … Read More The post Choosing a Goat Mineral appeared first on The Thrifty Homesteader. […]