Well, here we are, friends—New Year’s Eve. The night of glittering ball drops, noisy party favors, and overpriced everything. The night we’re supposed to plaster on smiles, make empty resolutions, and pretend like a calendar change will magically fix our lives. But let’s be real: do we actually need all this noise to mark theContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: Ringing in the New Year Without the BS”
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Setting Intentions for the New Year: Homestead Goals for 2025
As the year draws to a close and the cold settles over Huckleberry Farms, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and set intentions for the journey ahead. Homesteading is not just about tending to animals and crops—it’s a lifestyle that teaches resilience, creativity, and growth. It asks us to adapt to challenges, celebrate smallContinue reading “Setting Intentions for the New Year: Homestead Goals for 2025”
Farm Table Talk: The Resolution Revolution—Stop Waiting for January 1st
Let me ask you something: why are we always waiting for January 1st? What is it about flipping a calendar page that makes us believe that’s the magical moment we’ll finally get our lives together? It’s like we’ve collectively decided that December is a write-off—a month of indulgence, procrastination, and excuses because “I’ll start freshContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: The Resolution Revolution—Stop Waiting for January 1st”
Farm Table Talk: You Know What HASN’T Been Recalled? Our Food.
Let’s talk about food recalls for a minute. Seems like every week there’s a new list of things you should definitely not eat unless you enjoy food poisoning as a side dish. Just this month, we’ve seen recalls for everything from bagged salads to frozen vegetables to, shocker, yet another batch of ground beef. Contamination,Continue reading “Farm Table Talk: You Know What HASN’T Been Recalled? Our Food.”
Reflecting on the Year: Homestead Wins and Lessons Learned
As the year draws to a close and the days between Christmas and New Year’s provide a moment of calm, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the wins, challenges, and invaluable lessons learned on the homestead. For many, homesteading is a journey of growth—both for the land and for the soul. This year, forContinue reading “Reflecting on the Year: Homestead Wins and Lessons Learned”
Farm Table Talk: Did We Just Celebrate Joy or Consumerism?
The day after Christmas always feels like waking up from a sugar-and-chaos-induced haze. The house is a wreck, the trash bags are overflowing with torn wrapping paper, and the kids are either fighting over toys or already bored with them. It’s the perfect time to ask: What are we doing? Momma, I see you. YouContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: Did We Just Celebrate Joy or Consumerism?”
A Homestead Christmas: Simple, Heartfelt Traditions for a Joyful Holiday
Christmas on the homestead is a time of simplicity, warmth, and connection. It’s not about flashy decorations or extravagant gifts, but about the beauty of nature, homemade traditions, and the joy of slowing down to appreciate the small moments. Here at Huckleberry Farms, we cherish our homestead Christmas as a reflection of the sustainable, family-orientedContinue reading “A Homestead Christmas: Simple, Heartfelt Traditions for a Joyful Holiday”
Farm Table Talk: The (Hot) Cocoa Controversy
Alright, friends, let’s gather around, mugs in hand, because it’s Christmas Eve and there’s no better time to dive into one of the most important debates of the season: hot cocoa. Specifically, how you’re making it. And yes, I’m about to ruffle some feathers, but it’s out of love, I promise. If you’re still tearingContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: The (Hot) Cocoa Controversy”
Homemade Herbal Remedies for Winter Wellness
Winter is the season when our bodies, minds, and spirits could use some extra warmth and care. With the colder weather comes the increased likelihood of colds, flus, and feeling a bit run down. Luckily, nature has provided us with powerful, nurturing herbs that can help us stay healthy and strong through the winter months.Continue reading “Homemade Herbal Remedies for Winter Wellness”
Farm Table Talk: Life, Chaos, and Baby Cuddles
Alright, pull up a chair because today’s conversation might meander a bit. That’s what happens when you’re running on short naps, no water, and a whole lot of newborn snuggles. Life on the farm has always been a balancing act, but throw in a brand-new baby and a temperamental well, and it feels more likeContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: Life, Chaos, and Baby Cuddles”
