CornerStone Farmstead

05/20/2026

Last year a bear wiped out our whole apiary. I did all the things: ratchet strapped the hives, electric barbed wire fence, deterrents, it still got in. We get it, bears gotta eat too. It was still very heartbreaking and difficult.

Also last spring I gave birth to our baby girl. So, cleanup has been a long process in the apiary!

I debated on even trying with bees again because of how much of a loss we took. There’s also a HUGE ecological shift that happens when you have hundreds of thousands of pollinators completely wiped out in a single day.

A lot of people getting into bees may not realize the stressor on the native pollinators - did you know honeybees are actually not native!? I know, crazy.

It takes 3-5 years for those native pollinators to return if the honeybees don’t make it through 😳

Well, I had a swarm move in earlier this spring and so my decision was made for me, more bees!

Anywho

If you are lucky enough to see a swarm of bees they’re really quite docile and friendly! They have no resources to guard, no baby bees to protect. Call a beekeeper!

When I was tagged in this post for a swarm bees on the ground I just packed the kiddos up and out we went!

They got to be up close and personal with the friendly bees. We spotted the Queen, they held some drones. And this little swarm has a new home 🙌🏻

Drones are the male bees! They are larger than the female worker bees but smaller than the queen. They have no stinger!

We love the bees

CornerStone Farmstead

05/05/2026

I went out and pulled some more rhubarb!

And don’t forget about eggs inside!

We are at 2830 Caledonia Leroy rd
Open Daily 8am-8pm
Cash/check Venmo - all info on counter

Thank you for shopping & supporting local small businesses!

CornerStone Farmstead
✨ Your local farmacy ✨

05/04/2026

It’s rhubarb season!

The farmstore is looking pretty sparse as of late so bare with us as we get things restocked!

I suppose you could say I was taking a little sabbatical from product stock and focusing more on motherhood & custom orders. 

My honey jars were on back order and they should arrive in the coming weeks.

Thank you all for the continued support!! 🫶🏼

04/28/2026

Stock your freezer with local, pasture-raised chicken 🐓

Tom spends a lot of time making sure these birds are cared for well. They spend their whole life here on our farm—raised with sunshine, fresh air, and space to roam. From chick to harvest, we take great care in stewarding these animals.

Simple, wholesome, and easy to feel good about feeding your family.

Available now:
• Whole chickens
• Drumsticks & thighs
• Wings
• Soup backs (perfect for homemade broth)

The farmstore freezer is always stocked with a small selection of cuts and whole birds—
please message the farm page for larger orders!

💥 Take 10% off when you spend $200 or more

A great time to stock up and have nourishing, ready-to-go options on hand.

🕘 Open DAILY 9am–8pm
📍 2830 Caledonia Leroy Rd
📝Cash/Check/Venmo
✅All info on counter

Thank you for supporting local, small business—it truly means everything to us

CornerStone Farmstead
✨ your local Farmacy ✨
Sourced with care for our home & family — thoughtfully offered to yours

02/27/2026

Use a real surface like stainless steel or cast iron and real stainless or wooden utensils. If any of your “nonstick” has scratches or chips you’re leeching even more of the forever chemicals into your food.

You can take it a step further to remove aluminum foil, plastic cutting boards and plastic storage containers from your home!

Nonstick cookware often contains chemicals called PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), which have been studied for potential health impacts. Laboratory and epidemiological research suggests that long-term exposure to certain PFAS may be linked to developmental issues, hormonal disruption, and, in some studies, increased cancer risk. These substances are persistent in the environment and the human body, which is why scientists recommend limiting unnecessary exposure whenever possible.

Cooking at high heat or using older nonstick pans may increase chemical release, especially if the coating is scratched or damaged. To reduce exposure, experts suggest using stainless steel, cast iron, or ceramic cookware, avoiding overheating nonstick surfaces, and ensuring proper ventilation during cooking. Simple steps like replacing worn pans and limiting processed food packaging that contains PFAS can also help minimize contact.

While PFAS are a concern, moderate use of nonstick pans is not automatically dangerous, and ongoing research is clarifying which exposures carry the most risk. Understanding the science empowers safer choices in the kitchen and promotes healthier long-term habits. Choosing cookware carefully and staying informed allows you to protect both your health and your family’s well-being.

02/08/2026

If you’re looking for a little something for your sweetie 💕 come check out what we’ve got in the stand!

We will be open Thursday- Sunday this coming week (2/12 - 2/15) instead of the usual Friday - Sunday.

Paisley has done such a terrific job sewing and crafting some items!

Beeswax candles

Honey

Whipped tallow

Chapsticks

Tallow & raw milk soap (Plain Jane only right now)

Tinctures

Leather goods by Kayla at The Equestrian’s Tailor

Pasture raised & organic CHICKEN in the freezer

The Mineral Bath

Bronson Berries freeze dried berries!

Thank you for shopping & supporting local small businesses!

CornerStone Farmstead
✨your local farmacy✨

2830 Caledonia Leroy rd
Cash/check/venmo - all info on counter

02/05/2026

Can you say that about your skincare care??

Your skin absorbs what you put on it in minutes!
That’s why I don’t believe in “safe enough” skincare — especially for babies and children!

Our tallow balm?
Rendered slowly, simply, traditionally — the way skin care was made long before ingredient lists read like chemistry textbooks 😬👀

If a child can reach for it without harm… that’s the standard!

Simply put, what goes on the skin doesn’t just stay on the skin!

02/04/2026

Paisley Makes will have some beautiful items in the farmstore this weekend 🥰 please make sure to Venmo her directly (she will have a sign out for you). If you need to use cash, no biggy please just mention that when filling out the notepad!

Paisley Makes at CornerStone Farmstead, Friday at 11am🪡

🤍Bible/book bags(they’re reversible!)
🤍Bow totes
🤍Corn warming bags
🤍Stuffies

Grab your homegrown chicken, farm fresh eggs, local honey, elderberry tincture, AND a Valentine‘s Day gift all in one spot✨

02/03/2026

🌿 Available this week!

A deep, dark berry is joining the Farmacy
— one known for its place in traditional home medicine for generations.

Elderberry has long been cherished as a seasonal ally for immune strength and resilience, especially during seasonal transitions and times when the body needs extra support.

Our elderberry tincture is crafted simply and intentionally:
• Thoughtfully wildcrafted & locally sourced
• Small-batch, slow extraction
• No fillers, no shortcuts
• Made with the same care I use for my own family

This is one of those remedies you don’t think about…
until you’re grateful it’s already on your shelf!

✨ Available this Friday in the farm store!
✨ Part of our growing Apothecary line

CornerStone Farmstead
✨ your local farmacy ✨
Sourced with care for our home & family — thoughtfully offered to yours.

02/02/2026

Stop blaming the sun for what seed oils did!

Controlled animal study revealed a striking difference in skin cancer outcomes based on dietary fat type. Mice exposed to ultraviolet light developed skin cancer only when their diet included seed oils. In contrast, mice exposed to the same UV conditions but fed saturated fat did not develop skin cancer. The findings suggest that diet may significantly influence how the body responds to environmental stressors like UV radiation, at least in experimental models.

Researchers believe the difference may be linked to how various fats interact with oxidative stress. Seed oils are typically high in polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are more prone to oxidation when exposed to heat or radiation. This oxidation can create unstable compounds that damage cells and may amplify UV-related harm. Saturated fats, by comparison, are more chemically stable and less likely to break down into reactive byproducts under stress, potentially offering a protective effect in this context.

It is important to note that this research was conducted in mice, not humans, and results cannot be directly translated without further study. However, the findings add to ongoing discussions about dietary fat quality and cellular resilience. They highlight how nutrition may influence inflammation, oxidative damage, and long-term health outcomes. Rather than focusing on fear, this research encourages deeper investigation into how different fats behave in the body and how dietary choices may interact with environmental exposures over time.