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Top 5 posts of 2017

Top 5 posts of 2017

Posted on December 29, 2017January 21, 2018 by Mindie

Its hard to believe another year is almost over…. And while I am saddened to see this year slip away, I am thrilled with the

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Posted in Round UpsTagged craft, Ducks, Recipes, Round Up4 Comments on Top 5 posts of 2017
Keep Eggs From Freezing (And what to do with them if they do!)

Keep Eggs From Freezing (And what to do with them if they do!)

Posted on December 27, 2017January 21, 2018 by Mindie

Eggs become more valuable in the winter as production slows down due to shorter days. With fewer eggs in your nest box, you don’t want

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Posted in ChickensTagged Chicken, Eggs, winter4 Comments on Keep Eggs From Freezing (And what to do with them if they do!)
DIY Christmas Ornaments From Canning Lids and Rings

DIY Christmas Ornaments From Canning Lids and Rings

Posted on December 15, 2017January 7, 2018 by Mindie

I believe Christmas trees should be decorated with family memories. What better way to do so, than to make your own beautiful ornaments! You don’t

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Christmas, craft, DIY8 Comments on DIY Christmas Ornaments From Canning Lids and Rings
The Best Holiday Cookie Recipes Swap

The Best Holiday Cookie Recipes Swap

Posted on December 8, 2017January 3, 2018 by Mindie

One of my favorite things about the holidays is baking. I enjoy making, eating, and giving away cookies during the holiday season. Our family has

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Recipes8 Comments on The Best Holiday Cookie Recipes Swap
Easy Rustic DIY Christmas Luminary

Easy Rustic DIY Christmas Luminary

Posted on December 7, 2017January 7, 2018 by Mindie

Nothing says Home for the Holidays like rustic decor. But Christmas is expensive enough without adding in the cost for decorating your home. Well who

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Christmas, craft6 Comments on Easy Rustic DIY Christmas Luminary
Christmas Gifts Your Chickens Will Love!

Christmas Gifts Your Chickens Will Love!

Posted on November 28, 2017December 17, 2019 by Mindie

Tis the season for sending Christmas cards, baking cookies, and wrapping up gifts for those we love. I know many folks out there not only

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Posted in ChickensTagged Chicken, Christmas, printable4 Comments on Christmas Gifts Your Chickens Will Love!
Winter Travel Survival Tips

Winter Travel Survival Tips

Posted on November 22, 2017January 7, 2020 by Mindie

Winter survival kits are not just for motorists who drive back roads. Unexpected weather conditions can find even city drivers in a predicament. No matter

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Posted in HomesteadingTagged DIY, Homestead, survival12 Comments on Winter Travel Survival Tips
Kindness is Just a Stone’s Throw Away

Kindness is Just a Stone’s Throw Away

Posted on November 14, 2017January 7, 2018 by Mindie

It was just another day….. We were running errands and happened to be heading into the bank when I spotted a beautifully painted rock in

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Children, craft11 Comments on Kindness is Just a Stone’s Throw Away
Oven-Baked Scrambled Eggs

Oven-Baked Scrambled Eggs

Posted on November 9, 2017April 9, 2019 by Mindie

These light and fluffy scrambled eggs are a snap to make! The recipe is perfect for a big crowd too. Why would you need enough

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Posted in RecipesTagged Recipes12 Comments on Oven-Baked Scrambled Eggs
Cold Weather Duck Care

Cold Weather Duck Care

Posted on November 7, 2017January 18, 2018 by Mindie

For anyone in colder climates, caring for outdoor animals in the winter can cause worry, especially if it is your first winter caring for these

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Posted in DucksTagged Ducks, Homestead, winter8 Comments on Cold Weather Duck Care
Putting a New Roof on the Critter Shed

Putting a New Roof on the Critter Shed

Posted on November 1, 2017January 3, 2018 by Mindie

We knew the roof had issues, but so did our bank account. We knew it was getting weaker and weaker every time it rained. And

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged critter, Homestead6 Comments on Putting a New Roof on the Critter Shed
Halloween Cookie Sheet Crafts (with a bonus!)

Halloween Cookie Sheet Crafts (with a bonus!)

Posted on October 25, 2017January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Every year for Halloween, I try to come up with a new decoration that I can make myself, because let’s face it, Halloween decor prices

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged craft, Fall, Halloween10 Comments on Halloween Cookie Sheet Crafts (with a bonus!)
Celebrate With Us and Win!

Celebrate With Us and Win!

Posted on October 6, 2017January 3, 2018 by Mindie

I am so excited to announce that our duck, Baby Girl, has been crowned Miss Flock-tober 2017!!! Not only that, we are making history, as

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Ducks, Giveaway9 Comments on Celebrate With Us and Win!
Avocado and Hummus Taquitos

Avocado and Hummus Taquitos

Posted on September 22, 2017April 4, 2019 by Mindie

Ever get in a food rut? You know, the same five dinners always showing up on your table? We got into one of those ruts

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged Recipes10 Comments on Avocado and Hummus Taquitos
3 DIY All Natural Skin Care Recipes

3 DIY All Natural Skin Care Recipes

Posted on September 20, 2017January 3, 2018 by Mindie

Let’s face it, none of us are getting any younger. Let’s also face the fact, few of us age like fine wine. Now I want

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Posted in UncategorizedTagged DIY, health, Recipes9 Comments on 3 DIY All Natural Skin Care Recipes
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