Why We Bought and Sold Our Camper
In 2019 we became the proud owners of a shiny new Coachmen Clipper travel trailer with potential to take us from coast to coast for […]
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Sturgeon Spearing: A Frozen In Time Ice Fishing Tradition
The sun has yet to rise, but the surface of the frozen lake is already alive with activity. Pickup trucks drive on ice roads marked
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Refinishing and Repurposing Oak Kitchen Cabinets
It’s easy to imagine that building a new house means having all new furnishings. The reality has been a mix of new and used items
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A Simple Sourdough Breadmaking Process and Favorite Recipes Roundup
Is making sourdough bread only for the most devoted homesteaders and people on lockdown during a pandemic? I used to think so. Sourdough long held
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Launching Our 1980 Carver Santa Cruz: Year 1 Recap
The cover of my journal at the beginning of 2023 was imprinted with the words, “Good things come to those who wait, but the best
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Maple Cinnamon Roasted Nuts
Is there a more decadent smell than warm, caramelized cashews wafting through the air? The sweet and salty combo brings back memories of the summer
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Deer Hunting: Glimpse Into a Wisconsin Family Tradition
Whitetail deer hunting season has long held significance in my mind. For many Wisconsin families, it’s a November tradition as momentous as Thanksgiving. The only
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Drywall: The Sprint Becomes a Marathon
Moving into our semi-built house in late November 2021 was a major milestone. After months of camper living, mobile home demolishing, planning, and building, we
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Ginger Tea: Fresh, Simple, and Versatile
Isn’t it funny how sometimes we have to leave the “nest” to appreciate what was right in front of us while growing up? During my
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9 Ways We Prepare and Make the Most of Winter
The signs of winter tend to start subtly and grow increasingly louder. Each morning’s sunrise inches further south. Vivid fall leaves become more subdued. Tree
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My Journey Raising Chickens: Joys, Perils, and Future Plans
It’s been over two years since we lost our small flock of chickens. Occasionally people ask what happened or why we haven’t started over. In
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Roasted Marinara Sauce (Red or Green Tomatoes)
I wish I could say this marinara recipe was passed down to me from my Italian grandmother. Or how I learned to make it as
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