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Hunter loves being the one to feed the animals. He takes it seriously—making sure everyone gets their share.It’s not alw...
05/31/2026

Hunter loves being the one to feed the animals. He takes it seriously—making sure everyone gets their share.

It’s not always perfect. Sometimes it’s messy, sometimes a little uneven. But his intention is always the same—take care of what’s his.
It’s a simple thing, but it matters.

Because the way we care for animals, land, and each other reflects what’s been planted in our hearts.

Some days we want to rush through the chores and responsibilities of the day. The boys want to play, Jake and I want to...
05/24/2026

Some days we want to rush through the chores and responsibilities of the day. The boys want to play, Jake and I want to relax.

But the animals still need to be fed. The water needs to be filled. The fields and fences checked.

Little by little, our kids are learning that responsibility doesn’t wait for when it’s convenient.

And somewhere in those everyday moments, we are being reminded of something deeper too. God is shaping us and teaching faithfulness in the small things.

Don't get me wrong, we won't ever complain about the rain. But recently we had one of those slow, steady rain days, the ...
05/17/2026

Don't get me wrong, we won't ever complain about the rain. But recently we had one of those slow, steady rain days, the kind that keeps you inside more than you’d like.

Hudson and Hunter got stir crazy, watching it fall, disappointed we couldn’t be outside.

But later, when we walked out to the garden, everything looked a little more alive.

It’s funny how something that feels like an interruption is actually doing important work.

Because on the farm, you learn that even the inconvenient things have purpose.

I had to do a double take at the garden store this week because I could have sworn the bag said “human manure.” 😳😂 Thank...
05/11/2026

I had to do a double take at the garden store this week because I could have sworn the bag said “human manure.” 😳😂

Thankfully… it said humus and manure. BIG difference.

And then I realized something else — garden humus is also not the same thing as the hummus you eat with pita chips. 😂

Hummus (with two m’s) is the dip made from chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, and garlic.
Humus (one m) is the dark, nutrient-rich organic material formed when plants and natural materials fully decompose in soil. Same pronunciation. VERY different dinner plans.

In gardening and farming, humus is incredibly important because it helps:
🌱 Improve soil structure
💧 Hold moisture in the soil
🦠 Support beneficial microbes
🌾 Slowly store and release nutrients plants need to grow

When humus is combined with composted manure, it helps build healthier, more productive soil over time. That’s one reason farmers and gardeners focus so much on organic matter — healthy soil supports healthy plants.

🌾 Fun Farm Fact:
A single teaspoon of healthy soil can contain billions of microorganisms. Many of these microbes help break down organic matter into humus, making nutrients more available to plants and improving overall soil health.

The boys don't just help plant—they wants to understand why we do it the way we do. Why this spot? Why this spacing? Why...
05/10/2026

The boys don't just help plant—they wants to understand why we do it the way we do. Why this spot? Why this spacing? Why can’t we just put them anywhere?
The truth is, every seed and every plant has a purpose. Where we place it matters. How we care for it matters.

Hudson and Hunter are learning that you can do all the right things—but you still have to wait.

Because farming isn’t just about planting—it’s about trusting.

🌼 Fun farm fact: Some biennials can sense seasonal length (photoperiodism) and actually “decide” whether to stay in vege...
05/09/2026

🌼 Fun farm fact: Some biennials can sense seasonal length (photoperiodism) and actually “decide” whether to stay in vegetative mode or switch to flowering based on daylight cues—plants are way more responsive to their environment than they look.

With that being said they do need some help. Remember those Hollyhocks I planted? They haven't come up yet. Come to find out... Jake put some Preen down as a way to manage w**ds and I didn't realize it 😅 Preen is not a w**d killer for existing w**ds. It’s a pre-emergent herbicide, which means it works before w**ds ever show up. It creates a thin chemical barrier in the top layer of soil that stops w**d seeds from germinating—so the plant never gets established in the first place. Since I planted the seeds directly on top and then lightly covered them with compost... there is still a chance they will grow. We'll wait and see!

Research suggests that children who help care for animals can develop stronger empathy, responsibility, and concern for ...
05/08/2026

Research suggests that children who help care for animals can develop stronger empathy, responsibility, and concern for the wellbeing of others. Studies in animal welfare and child development have found that caring for animals may help children practice perspective-taking, nurturing behavior, and emotional connection.

Sure, about half the feed ended up on the ground instead of in the feeder… but watching Hudson take his “chicken chores” so seriously makes the mess worth it every time.

One of the greatest gifts of this lifestyle is getting to raise kids who learn that animals depend on them, chores matter, and caring for something bigger than themselves is just part of daily life.

The chickens may have gotten an accidental buffet today, but Hudson got something even better — a little more confidence, responsibility, and pride in helping care for our flock. And honestly, I wouldn’t trade that for the world 🐓❤️

On Wednesdays we cause drama 👑💅🐔🥚Today’s controversial opinion:I feed eggs back to my chickens.And before the internet c...
05/07/2026

On Wednesdays we cause drama 👑💅🐔🥚

Today’s controversial opinion:
I feed eggs back to my chickens.

And before the internet chicken police arrive — no, my hens are not out there running organized nesting-box crime rings. 😂 I’ve never had issues with egg eating in my flock.

Usually when chickens start eating eggs it’s connected to broken eggs, stress, weak shells, overcrowding, boredom, or nutrition problems… not because they occasionally get fresh eggs as a treat.

Meanwhile my girls hear an egg crack and come sprinting like tiny feathered velociraptors 🦖

So now I need to know:
Do you feed eggs back to your flock or am I alone? 🫣
Let's talk about it!

05/06/2026

Good morning y'all!🩵

Hudson helped Jake plant strawberries. Not a ton, just a row lining the raised beds in the backyard. But every day he ru...
05/04/2026

Hudson helped Jake plant strawberries. Not a ton, just a row lining the raised beds in the backyard. But every day he runs out to check on them and make sure they are doing okay. He asks us why we don't have strawberries yet and it's hard for him to understand. But he's learning a valuable lesson.

Because that's what being involved in agriculture does. It teaches patience, consistency, and faith in things we can’t yet see. You plant, you tend, you trust.

And if you keep showing up, planting hope day after day…
you’ll eventually see it grow. 🍓🌱

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