Today I share plans to prepare a vegetable garden after relocating, emphasizing a budget-friendly approach to making a raised garden bed using recycled or upcycled pallets. Despite rising living costs, growing food at home offers savings and variety and can be a great way to help supplement your diet and take some pressure off your wallet.
In the 2026 New Year post, I reflects on past goals and share plans for the year ahead. Key priorities include moving permanently, starting a garden, collecting firewood, and building a chicken coop. Smaller goals cover a workshop, pet compound, and wind turbine setup. With quarterly check-ins, I aim to stay flexible and ensure each task supports my bigger homesteading goals.
In this post I reflect briefly on the past year, expressing gratitude to readers for their support despite my irregular posting schedule. I also share some plans for 2026, focusing on self-sufficiency and personal goals, while wishing everyone happy holidays.
Today I share a couple of reviews of my top four books, and how they have been useful to me so far. These are also four books that I would happily recommend to anyone starting out on the homesteading journey.
Today I share an update on the significant progress made over the past months transforming a shed into an off-grid home. Key projects include power and water installation, insulation, heating, and plans for plumbing, showcasing a rewarding DIY journey filled with lessons learned.
In 2025, I will embark on significant changes, including home renovations and building infrastructure on my property. I plan to recycle materials, balance self-sufficiency with financial viability, and prepare gardens for my first spring. I also reflect on adaptability and set goals for completing essential tasks before moving in, including preparations for a party.
The author reflects on a challenging 2024, characterized by home renovations and limited blogging activity. Although progress occurred behind the scenes, posting was erratic. As the New Year begins, intentions to enhance content quality and consistency are set, shifting to bi-weekly updates to better share future plans and developments.
Today, I share exciting news: I received approval to build a shed on my property. And I talk about how I have cleared the driveway to allow access for the larger construction vehicles.
In todays post, I talk about how and why you should store your spuds properly. I even share some plans that would allow you to make your own potato hopper/bin. I also give a brief update and introduce my new dog, Natasha.
Today I talk about adding some needed upgrades to my indoor propagation station and share some things you should consider for your own. I also provide an update on the goings on of the backyard and my various projects.
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