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Every week, I write one article to help you plan, design, and start your homestead, grow your own food, and live an abundant life worth living.
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Swales 101: Are they the right fit for your land?
On our farm in France, we didn't build swales. On our homestead in Portugal, we did. In this article, I'm breaking down the swale debate: Are they the water-catching strategy your land needs, or not?
Start your first homestead: A complete guide
Learn how to break down starting a homestead into manageable steps, avoiding common mistakes and setting the stage for an abundant lifestyle.
How to create an efficient layout for your homestead
What goes where on your homestead? This guide will show you how to map out your land, based on how often you use an element, and how often it requires your care.
Land assessment 101: How to work with your land
Find out how assessing your land properly can save you from big headaches and help you build a successful homestead.
Life first, homestead second
Is your homestead serving you? Or are you serving your homestead? Learn how to put life first, making your homestead work for you.
Think Twice Before You Start a Homestead
Thinking about starting a homestead? The backbreaking work, the loneliness, and a few surprises might make you want to think twice.