When we lived in the middle of nowhere in Vermont surrounded by acres and acres of woods it was easy to think of being self-reliant. We had a large garden where we grew a lot of our food, we had a well-stocked pantry and we heated with wood from our own property. After making aContinue reading “Self Reliance in the City”
Tag Archives: Homesteading
The Self Reliance Challenge 2019
You may remember last year when I took part in the Self-Reliance Challenge. I’m so excited because during the month of January I will once again be joining a dynamic group of bloggers in the Self Reliance Challenge – 31 Days to a More Self Reliant Life. Join us as we challenge ourselves to liveContinue reading “The Self Reliance Challenge 2019”
Buying and Storing Eggs
There is no difference in taste or nutritional value between white and brown eggs. The breed of chicken determines the color of an egg’s shell. Freshness, however does affect taste, so always buy the freshest eggs available. The best option is to find someone selling local eggs nearby. For years we raised our own chickensContinue reading “Buying and Storing Eggs”
Homesteading: The Perfect Homestead
Finding the Perfect Homestead Our house is on the market and we’ve been told it could take several years for it to sell. Real estate in Vermont is not moving quickly. This gives us plenty of time to come up with our lists of “wants and needs” for our perfect homestead. If money were no issueContinue reading “Homesteading: The Perfect Homestead”
Soap Update
You may remember over a month ago when I attempted to make soap? I had always wanted to make soap and had read many accounts of other people’s attempt to make soap. I had gathered all the ingredients needed and decided to give it a try. I would make Cold Process Soap and set upContinue reading “Soap Update”
Nancy on the Home Front 