Well, That’s Different
After a number of years with just exposed OSB subfloor (and a couple of rugs) as the flooring in my kitchen… It now has (part of) a floor. Do not be fooled by that picture. It is still mostly this… I have
Building Days: Raised Beds and Laundry Storage
Most of the time when I’m building things around the farm it’s just me, my tools, some loud music (and, if we’re being honest, also usually a bottle of wine.) But every once in a while a group of my friends will
I Saw That Going Different In My Head: The New Chicken Edition
One of the things on my list for 2017 was adding a few more chickens to my flock. In my head I pictured that happening like it has in previous years: coming home from Tractor Supply one day in early March with
Kitchen Progress: The Next Three Things
I officially started the kitchen renovation about a year ago, and between February and May I tore most of the kitchen apart, rearranging cabinets… Taking the backsplash out (with the help of my mom and grandma)… And taking out the granite counters
The Big List – 2017
If there is one point in time that sets the tone for the year to come, it’s probably this one… The one hour a year I sit down– with a bottle of wine and a fresh piece of chalk– and plan out what
So Long 2016
About this time last year–when I was looking back and reflecting on what I’d gotten done–I called 2015 “the best year yet.” I got so much done on the farm, I felt good, and, really, the most energizing thing about checking stuff off
Christmas on the Farm – 2016
So many parts of this year have been a blur. It’s been a lot of work, a lot of good times, and– every once in a while– the chance to just take a minute to stop and appreciate where I’m at. Thanksgiving
The Last Hive
It’s been about a month since I made an epically bad decision that led to the loss of two of my three beehives, and I’m still angry about it. I’m not sure I ever won’t be angry about it. The truth is,
The Missing Chicken
It doesn’t feel like I’ve been sharing a lot of good news on the blog recently, so– spoiler alert– my two most recent farm stories actually have happy endings. I mean, if you don’t count that part where I may or may
Adventures In Beekeeping: The Worst Mistake I’ve Ever Made
I almost hedged my bets and titled this “The Worst Mistake I’ve Made Yet” but I genuinely hope this is the worst beekeeping mistake I’ll ever make, and if I ever make a bigger one, it’s probably time for me to stop keeping
Remember that Powertool Wielding Badass?
I did not grow up in a world that told me I could do or be anything I wanted. Quite the opposite, in fact. The first seven or eight years of things I documented on this website were basically a series of
Hello, November
The first day of November and it’s probably not even really cold enough out right now to merit a bonfire. But don’t think that’s stopping me, as I’m currently writing this post from, well, here… These last months of the year are
Eleven Hours and Seven Thousand Square Feet
I cannot tell you the last time I went into weekend with no work or social obligations, all my project materials lined up, and a full two days to get shit done. The shit I’m referring to in this case is everything I’ve managed
Back at It
For most of September I was doing my best to maximize my time out in those last beautiful, sunny days of summer. But now we’ve hit the time of year where it’s time to get back to work while the weather holds
Summer Days
Summer might be drawing to a close, but we’re still having wonderful weather in Michigan, and you’d have a tough time luring me back into the house for indoor projects just yet. I’m focusing more on chores and maintenance (and enjoying my time
Honey Harvest 2016
A few weeks ago I spotted the first of the goldenrod blooming in the field behind my house, which meant all of my other projects and activities came to an abrupt halt while my life turned into a sticky, honey-covered disaster. Because goldenrod–
Building Days: Raised Beds and Laundry Storage
Most of the time when I’m building things around the farm it’s just me, my tools, some loud music (and, if we’re being honest, also usually a bottle of wine.) But every once in a while a group of my friends will
I Saw That Going Different In My Head: The New Chicken Edition
One of the things on my list for 2017 was adding a few more chickens to my flock. In my head I pictured that happening like it has in previous years: coming home from Tractor Supply one day in early March with
Kitchen Progress: The Next Three Things
I officially started the kitchen renovation about a year ago, and between February and May I tore most of the kitchen apart, rearranging cabinets… Taking the backsplash out (with the help of my mom and grandma)… And taking out the granite counters
The Big List – 2017
If there is one point in time that sets the tone for the year to come, it’s probably this one… The one hour a year I sit down– with a bottle of wine and a fresh piece of chalk– and plan out what
So Long 2016
About this time last year–when I was looking back and reflecting on what I’d gotten done–I called 2015 “the best year yet.” I got so much done on the farm, I felt good, and, really, the most energizing thing about checking stuff off
Christmas on the Farm – 2016
So many parts of this year have been a blur. It’s been a lot of work, a lot of good times, and– every once in a while– the chance to just take a minute to stop and appreciate where I’m at. Thanksgiving
The Last Hive
It’s been about a month since I made an epically bad decision that led to the loss of two of my three beehives, and I’m still angry about it. I’m not sure I ever won’t be angry about it. The truth is,
The Missing Chicken
It doesn’t feel like I’ve been sharing a lot of good news on the blog recently, so– spoiler alert– my two most recent farm stories actually have happy endings. I mean, if you don’t count that part where I may or may
Adventures In Beekeeping: The Worst Mistake I’ve Ever Made
I almost hedged my bets and titled this “The Worst Mistake I’ve Made Yet” but I genuinely hope this is the worst beekeeping mistake I’ll ever make, and if I ever make a bigger one, it’s probably time for me to stop keeping
Remember that Powertool Wielding Badass?
I did not grow up in a world that told me I could do or be anything I wanted. Quite the opposite, in fact. The first seven or eight years of things I documented on this website were basically a series of
Hello, November
The first day of November and it’s probably not even really cold enough out right now to merit a bonfire. But don’t think that’s stopping me, as I’m currently writing this post from, well, here… These last months of the year are
Eleven Hours and Seven Thousand Square Feet
I cannot tell you the last time I went into weekend with no work or social obligations, all my project materials lined up, and a full two days to get shit done. The shit I’m referring to in this case is everything I’ve managed
Back at It
For most of September I was doing my best to maximize my time out in those last beautiful, sunny days of summer. But now we’ve hit the time of year where it’s time to get back to work while the weather holds
Summer Days
Summer might be drawing to a close, but we’re still having wonderful weather in Michigan, and you’d have a tough time luring me back into the house for indoor projects just yet. I’m focusing more on chores and maintenance (and enjoying my time
Honey Harvest 2016
A few weeks ago I spotted the first of the goldenrod blooming in the field behind my house, which meant all of my other projects and activities came to an abrupt halt while my life turned into a sticky, honey-covered disaster. Because goldenrod–
