Did you know most chickens take a break from laying eggs in the fall and winter? Shorter days signal their bodies to slow down, and many people try to keep them going with artificial light or even cayenne pepper in their feed. But here on our farm, we take a different approach—one that keeps our… Continue Reading →

Hey y’all! I’ve been going back and forth on how much to share because, let’s be honest, I could talk about my animals and homesteading all day long. I don’t want to flood your feed, but I also love sharing this life with you, and I want to bring you along for all the ups,… Continue Reading →

Well, this wasn’t what I planned on writing today, but here we are… If there’s one thing about farm life, it’s that it doesn’t wait—not for dinner, not for sleep, and definitely not for the Super Bowl. Tonight, I had just settled in, plate of snacks in hand, ready to enjoy the big game when… Continue Reading →

Bottle-feeding baby lambs is a lot like babysitting a tiny, hairy version of a toddler—except they’re more likely to nibble on your shoelaces than your smartphone. Whether you’re rescuing an orphaned lamb or simply playing substitute for a snoozing ewe, preparing for some udderly entertaining (and sometimes exasperating) adventures is a must. Let’s dive into… Continue Reading →