For those of you who have been following our bear saga, here is where we are at now: 1. All but one of the hives have been safely relocated to a new home, down on the farm, behind our barn, surrounded by multiple layers of tall, permanent electric fencing: If you are wondering why we […]

Yes, it is hot. But at least the rain has let up enough for all of us farmers to get some hay made. I hate seeing my dad and all our neighbors go out and work in the direct sun in these temperatures (first cutting really should have come off weeks ago), and I think […]

Among my favorite parts of speaking and writing about radical homemaking and sustainable living are the different people I meet, and the homes they share with us. Our family once had a homestay in a curious little abode on the edge of a forest, surrounded by orchards and gardens. In one corner of the house […]

And that’s the post for today. On another note, I received a bunch of correspondence from folks wanting more info about my recent post, “Dental Recovery,”found here. Blog reader and dentist Herb Emmons has weighed in, and I’ve put up more information as well. I hope it is helpful. Have a great weekend!

Down at the farm yesterday, for a sausage-making frenzy: Sweet Italian, Sicilian Parmesan, Cajun Andouille, Tuscan Sundried Tomato, New England Farmhouse Apple, and fresh Brats…We work all day, then come home to this: Yup. Bear attack number two. Yes, we knew the bear would likely return, which is way we moved two thirds of our […]

Those of you who have been following this blog for a while know that a few years back, we received a startling shock when Saoirse was diagnosed with 12 cavities. We began addressing potential food sensitivities in her diet, and sought a dentist who was willing to work with us on a more holistic playing […]