Simpler Thyme Homestead

Simpler Thyme Homestead We are an Off Grid Homestead in Maine. Grieving parents/
Survivors of an adult child su***de. Mental Health Advocates. Nigerian Goat farm.
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Schnanagins Connoisseur.

The blessing of a lot of rain, is the world is exploding with vibrant color. đź’•
05/31/2026

The blessing of a lot of rain, is the world is exploding with vibrant color. đź’•

Its expected to be a rainy week here in Maine. Candles lit, cookies are baked, and I'm snuggling with a sweet book betw...
05/31/2026

Its expected to be a rainy week here in Maine. Candles lit, cookies are baked, and I'm snuggling with a sweet book between the homestead chores. This is a huge moment for me, I haven't been able to concentrate to read since my beloved sonshine passed last September.

I have a lot of Grief Books piled on my nightstand, but I just can't open them. I saw this book, and my soul let out an enthusiastic "Yes!"

This is the perfect book to ease back into a new and old form of normalcy. Definitely sweeter with a cup of coffee and cookie. đź’•

What are you reading? đź“š

These are phenomenal!!! I don't know who the photographer is, but my goodness. Breathtaking Beauty. Have I mentioned ...
05/29/2026

These are phenomenal!!! I don't know who the photographer is, but my goodness. Breathtaking Beauty.

Have I mentioned how much I ♥️ Maine???

MJ does pottery each week. Yesterday she glazed an Herbal Bowl for me. The holes are for us to strip the leaves off th...
05/29/2026

MJ does pottery each week. Yesterday she glazed an Herbal Bowl for me. The holes are for us to strip the leaves off the stem, and land in the bowl. ♥️

I'm beyond thrilled and excited to see this returned after the kiln. She's creating some mystical, magical, and some practical pieces. I love them all! 🥰



Its beginning to look and feel like summer! That means, its time to make some Calendula Salve. 🌼Calendula officinalis ...
05/27/2026

Its beginning to look and feel like summer! That means, its time to make some Calendula Salve. 🌼

Calendula officinalis (L.) is great for the skin. The petals of calendula contain constituents that have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antibacterial potential; helping the skin in a variety of ways.

Calendula provides support to:
•Soothe and soften the skin
•Prevent rashes
•Regenerate the skin by assisting cell rejuvenation
•Reduce inflammation
•Speed healing burns, bruises and cuts
•Prevent dry skin and wrinkles
•Reduce the appearance of scars
•Soothe mouth sores

We use Calendula Oil and Salve on burns, sunburns, and moisturizing dried skin from a day out in the sun and ocean. I've also used it on my surgical scars. A beautiful flower packed with medicinal wonders. 🧡

For a few years the now, Teen has wanted a dog. I absolutely did NOT. We had so many appointments with her chronic ill...
05/25/2026

For a few years the now, Teen has wanted a dog. I absolutely did NOT.
We had so many appointments with her chronic illness, trying to figure out what exactly we were facing.

She had an emergency surgery last year and almost passed away on the table. It took months to regain her strength. She was in a wheelchair and life was so very challenging. Her health, the homestead, our large family was my sole focus. I didn't have the capacity to add a puppy.

Then our son passed last September. Our world shattered.

Teen kept saying she "needed an emotional support dog". Our cats just "weren't affectionate enough", and the one that she had picked out a year before is was quite tethered to my chest. Literally keeping me alive. After such a hard year, I reluctantly agreed. She had done the Physical Training, she had tried to be more social, she did all I asked of her to try to heal her body and soul.

My dear friends at Wild Roots Farm had a litter of Aussiedor puppies. We went nearly every weekend to play and pick out Teen's puppy. Our visits were healing to our souls- my Little Women played with puppies, and I enjoyed Friendships that really are life giving. (Yall dont know how much I appreciate you🥰)

Teen picked out a relaxed, snuggly potato pup. Before we knew it, we were madly in love before his eyes even opened.

Now, at almost 4 months old, guess who's baby he is.... mine. 🤣 Teen decided she likes my cat after all. 🤣

Right now Tolkien is sleeping on me... sprawled out, content. When he wakes up we will sing our daily "good morning to you" song, howling together. (CD's should be available soon. I think we sound FABULOUS! 🤣) I now carry treats in my pocket, in every clothing I wear. His leash is my everyday accessory.

I definitely didn't want a dog... but the universe knew I needed one.

Losing my sonshine was/is soul crushing. Tolkien is mending it little by little, one paw print at a time. Im so thankful for such a heart and soul gift that keeps me grounded and connected.

Sometimes we are given Gifts we think we arent ready for, and we close ourselves off to blessings. And sometimes we agree to keep trying and the greatest blessing comes in the smallest package that grows with love. ♥️


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Its time to make some Lilac goodness! đź’ś Lilac syrup will be available soon. Great for lemonade, floral frosting, or any...
05/25/2026

Its time to make some Lilac goodness! đź’ś

Lilac syrup will be available soon. Great for lemonade, floral frosting, or any refreshing delight.

The dish soap bars MJ made. 🍋 It smells so good! Four weeks of curing before use. I love that these are all natural, n...
05/24/2026

The dish soap bars MJ made. 🍋 It smells so good! Four weeks of curing before use.

I love that these are all natural, no junk ingredients, and made by my teen. ♥️

"The beautiful spring came; and when nature resumes her loveliness, the human soul is apt to revive also."— Harriet Ann ...
05/24/2026

"The beautiful spring came; and when nature resumes her loveliness, the human soul is apt to revive also."

— Harriet Ann Jacobs

Today MJ learned how to make cold pressed dish soap bars. We used lemon essential oil for scent. She did great! Tomorro...
05/21/2026

Today MJ learned how to make cold pressed dish soap bars. We used lemon essential oil for scent. She did great!
Tomorrow we will remove them from the molds, and then cure for 4 weeks before use.



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