When we think of Christmas, images of festive trees, twinkling lights, and joyous gatherings often come to mind. However, many of these beloved customs didn’t originate with the holiday as we know it today. Instead, they trace their roots back to ancient pagan celebrations, particularly those surrounding the Winter Solstice. The Winter Solstice, celebrated byContinue reading “The Pagan Roots of Christmas Traditions: Honoring Ancient Celebrations in Modern Times”
Author Archives: Traci Houston
Farm Table Talk: Is Homeschooling the Answer to America’s Broken Education System?
Alright, friends, let’s have a real talk over a cup of coffee, because I’ve been stewing on something for a while. You know that nagging feeling you get when you realize something is fundamentally broken, but no one seems to want to fix it? That’s how I feel every time I think about the publicContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: Is Homeschooling the Answer to America’s Broken Education System?”
Farm Table Talk: Pregnancy, Farming, and the Chaos of Change
I know we don’t usually get to talk on the same day we post an informational article—this morning’s piece on winter garden planning was already scheduled—but this was heavy on my heart as I sit here, coffee in hand, savoring the second-to-last morning of quiet before everything changes tomorrow evening. Sometimes, life demands we pauseContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: Pregnancy, Farming, and the Chaos of Change”
Winter Garden Planning: How to Use the Cold Months to Prepare for Spring
Winter can feel like a dormant time for gardeners, but in reality, it’s the perfect opportunity to lay the groundwork for a bountiful spring and summer harvest. While the garden may be resting beneath a blanket of snow, this quiet season offers the chance to plan, organize, and prepare in ways that will save timeContinue reading “Winter Garden Planning: How to Use the Cold Months to Prepare for Spring”
Farm Table Talk: The Forgotten Magic of the Land
Pull up a chair, my friends. Let’s talk about something that’s been tugging at me—a whisper from the trees, the soil, and the wind that we seem to have forgotten. I’m only a few pages into Seasons of the Sacred Earth by Cliff Seruntine, and it’s already hitting hard. He speaks about something so simple,Continue reading “Farm Table Talk: The Forgotten Magic of the Land”
Turning One Turkey into Multiple Meals: Pressure Cooking, Canning, and Bone Broth
Pressure cooking and canning a turkey isn’t just about convenience—it’s a game changer for saving time, reducing food waste, and creating nutrient-rich staples for your pantry. From hearty turkey meat to golden, flavorful broth, this method yields multiple meals while utilizing every part of the bird. This is also a fantastic project for after ThanksgivingContinue reading “Turning One Turkey into Multiple Meals: Pressure Cooking, Canning, and Bone Broth”
Farm Table Talk: Finding Your Tribe—The Lost Art of Pen-Pals and Real Connection
Alright, let’s get cozy and talk about something that feels almost revolutionary in today’s world: real connection. And I don’t mean the kind that comes from clicking “like” on someone’s photo or leaving a comment on their post. I’m talking about honest-to-goodness, hand-written letters (or heartfelt emails if you’re short on stamps), where you shareContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: Finding Your Tribe—The Lost Art of Pen-Pals and Real Connection”
Farm Table Talk: A Bold Vision or a Pipe Dream?
Alright, folks, I’m done tiptoeing around the truth. I just watched a video with RFK Jr. and Joel Salatin, and if this doesn’t ruffle some feathers, I don’t know what will. Let me lay it out: RFK Jr. dropped out of the presidential race to join Trump’s campaign, and it paid off—he’s now been pickedContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: A Bold Vision or a Pipe Dream?”
Sustainable Holiday Gifts for Kids: Teaching the Next Generation About Eco-Conscious Living
In a world where consumerism is often front and center during the holiday season, choosing sustainable, educational gifts for children can help foster a love for nature, homesteading, and eco-conscious living. The gifts we give to the next generation can plant seeds of mindfulness, responsibility, and care for the environment. Whether you’re looking for DIYContinue reading “Sustainable Holiday Gifts for Kids: Teaching the Next Generation About Eco-Conscious Living”
Farm Table Talk: What If Jesus Didn’t Want You to Celebrate His Birthday?
Alright, folks, pull up a chair, grab your eggnog (or whatever store-bought concoction you’re calling “tradition” these days), and let’s chat about something that’s been tickling my brain this holiday season. What if—and hear me out here—Jesus didn’t want you to celebrate his birthday? I know, I know. Cue the gasps, the clutching of pearls,Continue reading “Farm Table Talk: What If Jesus Didn’t Want You to Celebrate His Birthday?”
