The Radical Homemaker

Warning: Blending authenticity with joy may arouse contempt.

Worth It.

Every year I forget. I think, when the cafe closes, life will slow down.  I’ll have time to work on my novel.  I’ll have time to work on the interview transcripts I have of Mom and Dad talking about how and why we’ve done things on the farm.  I’ll have time to rest.  I’ll have […]

Red Sky at Morning

Photo by Pixabay “You can’t miss it if you don’t know it’s gone.”  Mom remains her pragmatic, equanimous self as we sit by the tree on Christmas morning after doing chores.   She lost a chunk of her memories after a major heart surgery back in 2016.  This fall, she’s been in and out of […]

Blessed be.

The shortest day, the longest night. It doesn’t matter what, if any, religious affiliation a person ascribes to. It is the reality of the earth and the seasons. And for our family, it is our most sacred night of the year. Tomorrow, the sun begins it’s slow journey back up into the sky, where it […]

The Holiday Bill of Rights

Meet Norbert.  He’s a Norfolk pine, and he was the first houseplant I dared buy for myself that wasn’t a succulent.  Prior to his entry into my life, as much as I loved houseplants, I didn’t dare acquire anything that couldn’t endure neglect. He entered my world during my perimenopausal years, a time when I […]

12 Days of Xmas Sale is ON!!!!

The cafe is now closed for the season!   Starting Black Friday, November 24th, running through December 5th, we’ll be running a different special each day.  Be sure to check SapBushFarmStore.com each day to find out the daily deal!  We’ll be offering up CSA shares, wool bedding, yarn, steaks, chops and more!

Thanks Matters

Like so many traditional holidays, Thanksgiving has a dark origin story — Colonialism.  Slavery.  Epidemics.   These are all important issues to consider as we work to build a socially just, kind world. Gratitude is equally important.  I reflect on both sides of the holiday this week. But I cannot let the dark history over-shadow […]

Pastured Turkey Cooking Tips

First time cooking a locally raised free-range turkey?  Here’s everything you need to know. Sap Bush Hollow still has a few turkeys left!  You can order here for pick-up from our Honor Store in West Fulton, NY, or to have it shipped anywhere in the northeastern US.   ….Also: don’t forget that we’ll be holding […]