Water Glassing Eggs
This winter we had to run to the store to buy eggs. We are spoiled with fresh eggs so when winter came around and our hens were hardly laying eggs, we felt it. This year we are trying to prepare … Continued
Canning Lemon Juice
When parents hand you lemons, can the lemon juice. The best lemons are those picked fresh from the trees, during season, where the citrus smell is so strong and fresh. I love lemons. You can make lemonade. Put some in … Continued
Women of History
I believe that all women should be celebrated. By studying women who made history, we as women can be inspired to be examples as well. Some of us want to be bold, kind, brave, fearless, daredevils, adventurous, rebellious, outspoken, meek, … Continued
Homegrowncoon Cattery
We are a small cattery located in Northern California and we breed 100% European Maine Coon kittens. Our cats live inside our home and are around children and other cats. We specialize in raising beautiful, friendly, healthy, genetic tested, Maine … Continued
How to Render Lard
A few weeks ago, my father taught us how to butcher a pig. The way he butchered our pig is the same way his parents and grandparents did it and the same way my mother’s parents and grandparents did it. … Continued
Around Salt Lake City
We don’t have many traditions but the ones we do are extra special like this one: going on a trip with our sixteen-year-old child. You see when our children turn sixteen, we go on a trip with the teen, my … Continued
Constitution Unit Study
“I’m Proud to be an American, where at least I know I’m free.” I shared the above lyrics from the beautiful song God Bless The U.S.A written by Lee Greenwood on my social media, and someone responded with: “I’m proud … Continued
Dehydrating Potatoes
This year we planted a few rows of potatoes and in return received a basket full of a variety of potatoes. Growing your own potatoes is quite simple. You can save scraps and put them in the ground and potatoes … Continued
SoCal Unique Desert Attractions
“Creativity is inventing, experimenting, growing, taking risks, breaking rules, making mistakes, and having fun.” – Mary Lou Cook During our SoCal Desert trip, we saw unique art that sometimes didn’t make sense. Art that was colorful and made us smile … Continued
Bottle Feeding a Calf
We never thought we would own a cow. Our sweet neighbor bought more than a dozen calves from the auction and we stopped by to take a look at them. They were so darn cute so we decided we needed … Continued
Russian Blues
Our Russian blues originally came from Spain. They have a natural smile, striking green eyes, and a silver soft coat. Our king Misha has such a gorgeous dark blue coat. Our queens... READ MORE
Apple Brandy Made with 3 Ingredients
This year God blessed us with an abundance of fruit, apples being one of them. Apples are however my least favorite fruit to eat. It could be because you can eat them all... READ MORE
Homegrown Beagles
We raise UKC and AKC registered beagles in Northern California. We love Peanuts and have named our king and queens after them. Snoopy is a sweet king. He loves everyone. He is amazing... READ MORE
What to Have on Hand During Kidding Season
Kidding season is a very exciting time. It can be pretty stressful as well. Get ready to lose sleep. You might miss Mother’s Day church service if you have a doe go into... READ MORE