29:11 Homesteading Adventures

04/02/2026

First set of the year and it's triplets

03/25/2026

Little baby rabbits

02/07/2026

Our Goat Barn we are working on. We started on at the beginning of the week, finally got the tarp in today. All free materials, except for the tarp. Still have a few more things left to do on it.

01/31/2026

Space saving gardening ideas.

01/23/2026

We added some ducks this week.

01/16/2026

10 dozen hatching eggs headed to the incubators. Hoping for a good hatch rate.

01/12/2026

Got some Jerky in the dehydrator. Can't wait to give it a taste. What's everyone's favorite way to make Jerky?

01/11/2026

Who all loves horses?

01/09/2026

Pine Needlw Tea

Key Benefits & Traditional Uses

Rich in Vitamins: A great source of Vitamin C (more than oranges!) for immunity and Vitamin A for vision, skin, and red blood cell production.

Immune Support: High Vitamin C content and antioxidants help fight illness and support the immune system.

Respiratory Relief: Acts as an expectorant to thin mucus, ease chest congestion, soothe coughs, and open airways.

Antioxidant Power: Antioxidants help reduce cellular damage from free radicals, potentially slowing aging.

Cardiovascular Health: May improve circulation and support heart health due to compounds like proanthocyanidins.

Detoxifying & Diuretic: Stimulates urination to help remove toxins and excess fluid.

Energy & Metabolism: May boost energy and metabolism, with some compounds showing thermogenic effects.

Important Considerations

Identification is Key:
Only use needles from edible pine species (like White Pine - Pinus strobus), as some pines are toxic.

Potential Side Effects:
Can cause irritation (mouth, skin), nausea, dizziness, or diarrhea in some individuals.

Traditional Wisdom:
Used by Native Americans and Taoists for longevity and wellness.

To make, steep fresh, edible pine needles in boiling water, then strain and enjoy for a crisp, refreshing, and medicinal brew.

01/09/2026

01/08/2026