Homestead Living Journey: Fixes, Dreams and a New Roof

Homestead Living Hustle: Monthly Progress Report Well, it’s been a hot minute since I’ve updated you on our homestead living project. Let me tell you, life’s been moving, just not quite at the pace I’d hoped for. I was holding out for a little financial boost to get things rolling, and while I didn’t get […]
Starting a Homestead From Scratch: Everything You Need to Know

The Challenges and Joys of Starting a Homestead From Scratch When I say I started my homestead from scratch, I mean scratch. Three years ago, I bought a modest 3/4-acre plot of land just five minutes from the Tennessee River and National Wildlife Refuge. To some, 3/4 of an acre might sound tiny, but for […]
A Southern Girl’s Cozy Survival Guide: Winter Blues? Not Here

A Southern Girl’s Guide to Surviving the Winter Blues Winter can be a tough time for many, especially when the days are short, the skies are gray, and it feels like you’ll never see the sun again. If you’re anything like me, the winter blues can creep in and make you feel stuck inside. Craving […]
Handwritten Letters: How to Make Them Beautiful and Personal

Rediscovering the Beauty of Handwritten Letters in a Digital World Let me tell you something—I’ve always had a soft spot for pretty stationery and handwritten letters. Back when I was younger, I had a whole stash of it, tucked away like little treasures. Every sheet felt special, and I used to handwrite letters to my […]
Clearance Deals Secrets: Save More, Stress Less

Smart Shopping 101: How Clearance Deals Can Save You a Bundle Y’all, if there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s this: shopping smarter, not harder, can make a world of difference for your wallet. And one of the best ways to save big? Clearance deals. These hidden treasures can turn a simple shopping […]
Conspiracy Theory Lounge: Unlock Truth at The Mind’s Eye

Dive Deep: A Safe Conspiracy Theory Lounge for All Believers The Conspiracy Theory Lounge: A Safe Space for Deep, Open Conspiracy Theorist Discussions. Are you passionate about seeking the truth and exploring life’s mysteries? Do you believe there’s more to the story than what we’re told? If you’re a true conspiracy theorist, ready to […]
Affordable & Natural: The DIY Beauty Products You Need to Try

Save Money and Go Green: The Benefits of DIY Beauty Products In a world where beauty products come at a high price, DIY beauty products offer a budget-friendly, natural alternative that’s easy to create at home. Over the past few months, I’ve embraced making my own essentials—like lip balms, nail polish, face creams, facial scrubs, […]
Water Conservation Made Easy: Tips for Every Homesteader

Water Conservation Tips: Easy Ways to Save Water and Help the Planet Discover simple ways to learn water conservation at home and on your homestead. Learn practical tips like turning off taps, rainwater harvesting, and how to build homemade rain barrels for your garden. Water conservation is more important than ever, especially for those […]
Changing Our Consumer Habits Now: From Wasteful to Wonderful

Awaken to Change: Rethinking Consumer Habits for a Greener Future Discover how our consumer habits are harming the planet. Learn simple ways to reduce waste, conserve natural resources, and shop more sustainably for a better future. In today’s world, consumerism has spiraled out of control. We’ve all been guilty of it—buying things we don’t need, […]
Budget Savvy: Innovative Ways to Manage Vehicle Maintenance

Unlock Savings: Smart Tips for Affordable Vehicle Maintenance Maintaining your vehicle can be expensive, especially if you’re driving a lot and need frequent oil changes. Traditional wisdom suggests changing your oil every 3,000 miles, which can quickly add up to hefty costs if you’re on the road frequently. However, there are ways to save money […]
Empower Your Life: Simple Budgeting Tips for a Brighter Tomorrow

Mastering Life in 2024 with Planning and Budgeting: Essential Tips for Staying Organized and Saving Money As 2024 quickly comes to a close, budgeting is a very important topic these days. It’s clear that this has been one of the most financially challenging years in recent memory. Prices have soared over the past several years, […]
The Fight for Survival: My Life After Sandstone

After Sandstone: The Aftermath of a Traumatic Escape Welcome back, and now let’s finish our story about what happened after Sandstone. Once I got home, I was more depressed and mentally ill than I had ever been before. My parents kept making me take all of the medications they had given me at Sandstone, and […]