From garden to table to pantry—seasonal living made simple.
Preparing Your Home For Christmas (+ FREE Printable Checklist)
The magic of Christmas doesn’t start on December 25—it begins in the twinkling lights, cozy textures, and joyful preparations leading up to it. Whether you’re dreaming of a rustic farmhouse holiday or a more minimalist seasonal refresh, preparing your home for Christmas can be one of the most joyful parts of the season. In this…
DIY: 5 Homemade Christmas Gifts to Spread Holiday Cheer!
Christmas is a time for giving and spreading joy, and what better way to do so than by creating homemade gifts? DIY Christmas gifts show the recipient that you care and provide an opportunity to unleash your creativity and make something truly unique. With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s time to consider what gifts…
Ways of Creating a Christmas Budget
The holiday season is an exciting time of the year, but finances can also be stressful. Developing a Christmas budget and sticking to it is essential to ensure you do not overspend this Christmas. Fortunately, there are many tips you can use to create a stress-free budget that will help you keep your finances in…
Create an incredible Christmas decoration with 9 unmissable tips
What You Will Need Before diving into Christmas decorating, take a moment to get organized. Whether decorating a Christmas tree or your entire home, having everything ready upfront prevents last-minute scrambles and keeps the process fun and stress-free. A clear list also helps you avoid impulse purchases that don’t fit your holiday vision. Start with…
Rooted in faith and the rhythms of the countryside, Broken P Ranch is where wholesome living meets simple joys. Here, I share from-scratch recipes, practical homesteading skills, and timeless heartland wisdom to inspire a slower, more meaningful way of life. From growing and preserving your food to creating a home filled with warmth and intention, every season brings new lessons and blessings. Pull up a chair—we’re making the most of every jar, loaf, and memory together.
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Lemon Kale Breakfast Salad with Avocado and Eggs
There was a time when breakfast in our house meant toast, scrambled eggs, and a cup of coffee—or whatever the kids didn’t finish from their cereal bowls. But once we started focusing more on seasonal eating and getting a little more creative with our garden greens, this lemon kale breakfast salad became an absolute favorite….
Grow Your Own Vegetables and Herbs
Have you ever dreamed of stepping outside and snipping fresh herbs for dinner or harvesting homegrown tomatoes straight from the vine? Whether you’ve got a backyard, a balcony, or just a sunny windowsill, growing your vegetables and herbs is a rewarding (and tasty!) way to become more self-sufficient. Let’s break it down step-by-step so you…
Healthy Pumpkin Seed and Cranberry Bars
Looking for a wholesome snack that’s as nourishing as it is delicious? These Healthy Pumpkin Seed and Cranberry Bars are the perfect answer. Packed with feel-good ingredients and naturally sweetened with dates and maple syrup, they’re a no-bake bar you can feel great about sharing with your family—or stashing away just for yourself. Whether craving…
How to Be a Semi-Rural Homesteader
Today, I want to show you that you can incorporate this practice anywhere. In this series, I have talked about how to turn your apartment and your suburban backyard into functional modern homesteads. For those who wish to take it to the next level, it is time to consider becoming a semi-rural homesteader. Homesteading is a beautiful…
Lemon Kale Breakfast Salad with Avocado and Eggs
There was a time when breakfast in our house meant toast, scrambled eggs, and a cup of coffee—or whatever the kids didn’t finish from their cereal bowls. But once we started focusing more on seasonal eating and getting a little more creative with our garden greens, this lemon kale breakfast salad became an absolute favorite….
Breakfast Salads You’ll Crave
For a long time, breakfast in my world looked like pancakes on weekends and scrambled eggs on school days. But somewhere between trying to eat more protein and finding ways to sneak in greens before noon, I stumbled upon something that changed how I start my mornings: the breakfast salad. Now hear me out. It…
Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
There’s something undeniably romantic and nostalgic about chocolate-covered strawberries. For decades, they’ve graced Valentine’s Day tables, bridal showers, baby announcements, and anniversary dinners. But did you know this now-classic dessert only dates back to the 1960s? Lorraine Lorusso, a woman working at a Chicago gourmet shop called Stop N’ Shop, is credited with the original…
Old-Fashioned Lemonade: A Sip of Summer’s History in Every Glass
When you think of summer, what comes to mind? Sunshine, porch swings, and the familiar clink of ice cubes in a tall glass of lemonade. This nostalgic drink has roots that go back further than you might imagine—traveling across continents and centuries before becoming a staple at county fairs and backyard barbecues. The history of…
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Breaking Free: The Journey to Self‑Sufficiency and the Empowering Benefits It Brings
- Start a garden – Grow your fruits and vegetables to reduce grocery bills and eat fresh, seasonal food.
- Install solar panels – Harness solar energy to lower utility costs and reduce reliance on the grid.
- Collect rainwater – Use rain barrels to gather water for your garden and household needs.
- Learn to cook from scratch – Prepare meals at home using whole ingredients for better health and independence.
- Preserve food – Can, dehydrate, or freeze your harvest to build a long-lasting pantry and reduce waste.
