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A Week of Homestead Photos May 22nd – 28th

A Week of Homestead Photos May 22nd – 28th

Posted on May 29, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

We had a battle for our porch this week as some raccoons decided we were their new hang out spot. While slightly cute, they got

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Mosquito Repelling Plants

Mosquito Repelling Plants

Posted on May 25, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Spring is here and summer is right around the corner, and that means more time outside enjoying nature, gardening, and BBQs with friends. That also

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Garden, Giveaway, Review28 Comments on Mosquito Repelling Plants
Ring of Fire Hot Pepper Collection

Ring of Fire Hot Pepper Collection

Posted on May 23, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

I really enjoy gardening, the smell of the dirt, the feel of it on your hands, ahhh, the joy of spring time. Recently Clovers Garden

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A Week of Homestead Photos May 15th – 21st

A Week of Homestead Photos May 15th – 21st

Posted on May 22, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

This week the flock has been working out the kinks of not having a dominant leader to guide them. The littles have become braver and

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Minecraft Birthday Party (on a budget)

Minecraft Birthday Party (on a budget)

Posted on May 20, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Recently the oldest country kid turned 10 years old. When I asked him what theme he wanted for his birthday, he had said Minecraft before

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Heart Healthy Oatmeal Cookies

Heart Healthy Oatmeal Cookies

Posted on May 18, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

I love to bake, but with hubby’s recent medical issues and diet changes, making treats has fallen by the wayside. It is both sad for

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A Week of Homestead Photos May 8th – 14th

A Week of Homestead Photos May 8th – 14th

Posted on May 15, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

What a week of highs and lows! Our oldest country kid entered double digits this birthday. Where has the time gone!?!?! He is growing into

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Homdox Silicone Baking Mat Review

Homdox Silicone Baking Mat Review

Posted on May 12, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

You guys know, I LOVE to bake. But what I don’t love is cleaning up after I bake. So, when Homdox contacted me and asked

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A Week of Homestead Photos May 1st – 7th

A Week of Homestead Photos May 1st – 7th

Posted on May 8, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Another week has come and gone and it has been an interesting one to say the least. We had a busy weekend of family fun

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DIY Upcycled Bird Feeder

DIY Upcycled Bird Feeder

Posted on May 6, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

I love all the birds we have visiting our property. What I don’t like is when they decide to eat all the chickens’ food! Sure

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When Ducks Attack (And it’s your fault)

When Ducks Attack (And it’s your fault)

Posted on May 4, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Ducks are not like other “pets.” They don’t jump up and lick your face like a dog that is happy to see you. They don’t

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A Week of Homestead Photos April 24th – 30th

A Week of Homestead Photos April 24th – 30th

Posted on May 1, 2016January 3, 2018 by Mindie

We did a lot of yard work this week, getting things picked up and improved for the coming warmer months. We filled in holes, added

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