Seven Ways to Eat Beans for Breakfast!

Beans for Breakfast? Why Would You Ever Want to Do That? I can think of several reasons to include beans in your breakfast. Nutrition—beans are a great plant-based source of protein balanced with complex carbs Low Glycemic Index—Beans help your blood sugar to rise slowly, not spike, so you won’t get a mid-morning crash Low…

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Homestead Blog Hop #391

Welcome to the Homestead Blog Hop! Howdy to you! 🐈 Yesterday, just for fun, we took two of the kittens to go visit Grandma, Grandpa, and Aunt Peggy. They had a great adventure and served as the court jesters at my parents’ house. I snuck the orange kitten onto my mom’s bed while she napped….

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Spring Woodland Wildflowers

Woodland Wildflowers Update Pink Lady’s Slippers These are my favorites of the whole year! The Pink Lady’s Slippers are out in full glory now! We took a walk yesterday afternoon, and I had to practically force the boys to go find seven Pink Lady’s Slippers and one particular native Flame Azalea before they could finish….

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Canning Supplies to Get Now for Frugal Homesteaders

Canning Supplies to Get Now Whether you are a homesteader or not, canning is more than just a hobby for preppers. It is a wise way to provide for your family when your garden is finished. This week I’ve got canning supplies on my mind. In fact, for my husband birthday, we have decided on…

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