Tag Archives: Homesteading

Episode 5: Homesteading Wherever You Are

Posted on October 10, 2010 by admin

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Homesteading is not so much about moving out to the country to live off of the land–this focuses too much of the effort on the move. While I’m not saying don’t consider the move, if it’s right for you … Continue reading →

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For Parents: Stay In Bed Technique for Kids

Posted on October 3, 2010 by admin

Okay, I admit that this isn’t a strictly homesteading topic, but getting your kids to fall asleep on their own is a huge step towards freeing up some evening time to get other tasks done. And if you’re homesteading with … Continue reading →

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Episode 4: Specialization and Consumerism

Posted on October 2, 2010 by admin

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Specialization has allowed us to achieve many things, but at what cost? We never consider that doing something ourselves, however poorly, might be preferable to turning that task over to someone who can do it better… Why do so … Continue reading →

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Episode 3: Overcoming Analysis Paralysis

Posted on September 25, 2010 by admin

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Measure twice, cut once…  with homesteading, this adage, taken too far, can leave you drowning in a sea of contradictory advice. Many times I measure 3 or four times and still seem to cut twice or more. But that’s … Continue reading →

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Reading to Children: the Little House Series and Homesteading

Posted on September 21, 2010 by admin

Want to be reminded of all the things we’ve forgotten how to do? Want to be inspired with a rich descriptive list of homesteading skills from the mid-1800s? Want to spend some quality time with your children, exploring these ideas … Continue reading →

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Episode 2: Homesteading As An Investment Strategy

Posted on September 20, 2010 by admin

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Ten things we’ve done since starting our homestead here a year ago. These are some portfolio investments that guarantee results: Composting: the average small family generates enough food scraps in a year to produce pure garden gold. Chickens: there … Continue reading →

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The Stumbling Homestead Podcast: An Introduction

Posted on September 2, 2010 by admin

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This is a short introduction podcast. It lays out the general approach of this podcast, and what to expect. It explains our move from the city to the country, why we chose to do this, and what we hope … Continue reading →

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