In just a few days I will officially have lived in the country for an entire year. One whole year living a very different lifestyle then I had before. So, just for fun, I thought I would write about my first year in the country … actually about what I wish I knew before living…
My Secret Garden
A photo on Friday – Garden edition. I thought I would share a few pictures of our garden with you. I shared our Super foods Vegetable Garden Plan with you awhile ago, and we have been busy, busy, busy, turning our lawn into that garden. Since this is only our first summer in this home…
When a Hen Goes Broody…
It was early last week, just minutes after my children had headed to let the chickens out. They bursted through the front door, all talking a mile a minute, and for a split second I wasn’t sure if their news was about disaster or excitement. I took a moment to assess – beaming. Their little…
A Pea Trellis Fort
These little ones of mine do love their forts. And in the garden, their very most favourite thing to eat is the snap peas. So I thought that combining the two was just the thing to do! Sounds simple enough, except for the fact that my forts generally fall down quickly. And except for the…
Getting ready
We have only 2 weeks until we plant our veggie garden! Which is why I have no post for you today friends! I am excited to share some fun outdoor birthday party ideas with you tomorrow. Hope you have a lovely start to your week. Please consider liking us on Facebook and following on Pinterest….
The 6 Ways I Make Money from Home
I have been home with my little ones now for 3 full years. With a big decision finally sealed, we have decided to stay a one income family. I will be returning to teaching in the Fall in only the tiniest of ways, allowing me to do what I really want to do … be…
Gardening Activities for Kids
I was taking a peek at this post to help me sort out our garden just a little bit more. Since we are going REALLY big this year, I am trying to be REALLY organized. I had forgot the name of the website we use to find out when our seeds should be sown –…
Birthday on the Farm
Today is my birthday! I had such a lovely day, and enjoyed every minute. With spring break this week, John is home, so we could have gone anywhere and done anything (well … not anywhere and anything …) But we didn’t. We spent the day in my most favourite place of all. At home. …
Our Vegetable Garden Layout
When we were planning our very first BIG vegetable garden I searched high and low for a simple vegetable garden layout. I simply wanted vegetable garden layout ideas and advice. What vegetables should I plant beside each other? What are the easiest vegetables to grow? What are the healthiest vegetables to grow? Now, with a…
Knit a Chicken
I really like my chickens. A lot. Really a lot. And my little ones really like them a lot too. So when I was thinking of what I might knit next, after successfully having done some hats, chickens came to mind. This really shouldn’t surprise anyone, chickens always come to my mind. The thing is,…