Stories from a Homesteading Life
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Herbs for the Mamas: Nurturing Plants for Women’s Health
I believe the garden is a womb space—alive, nourishing, and wise. The earth, like a mother, gives unconditionally: a place where seeds are sown, where life emerges, where roots deepen, and where we return to rest and be made whole again.
This post is for the mamas in every form—those who are raising children, raising communities, raising themselves. Whether you’re tending to your cycle, entering perimenopause, recovering postpartum, or simply seeking herbal allies to feel more grounded, these herbs have your back.
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Welcoming the Longest Night: The Solstice and Agricultural Traditions
The winter solstice slips quietly into the year, a sacred pause in the sun’s journey. Many see it as a marker of the year’s close, a prelude to celebrations that usher in the new calendar year. But for us, the solstice carries a deeper rhythm, a rhythm that mirrors the earth itself. It is not an ending but a time to go inward, to reflect, and to prepare—not just individually, but as a family. -
From Fear to Peace: How Forest Bathing Is Transforming My Connection to Nature
As autumn sets the world ablaze with fiery hues and a crispness fills the air, I find myself drawn deeper into the woods. For years, I’ve known ab... -
Food Sovereignty, Gratitude, and the Indigenous Roots of Thanksgiving
Photo source: willowbottom.com As Thanksgiving approaches, many Americans gather to celebrate family, gratitude, and the bounty of the season. ... -
Create the Ultimate Herbal Homestead First Aid Kit
Life on a homestead is full of surprises. Every day brings new challenges, whether it's the unpredictability of weather, the persistence of weeds, or the sudden need to patch up a scraped knee or soothe an unexpected bee sting. Over the years, I've learned that having a well-stocked first aid kit is not just a good idea—it's essential. But I’m not only talking about your typical, store-bought first aid kit filled with band-aids and antiseptic wipes, although those items are a great idea. On our homestead, we rely on the healing power of plants. Our herbal first aid kit is the first line of defense against minor injuries, burns, bug bites, and common ailments.
