The Schoolhouse Life: Recent Episodes

Drew & Lacey Grim

We want to help you be more self-sufficient and grow your homestead into the property you have always dreamed of. It takes time, patience, and a lot of times help from friends. Learn from our mistakes and skip the learning curve!

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We're back with another exciting episode that's going to change the way you think about plant propagation. We've got a game-changer for you – our very own creation, the Air Pruning Bed. Full disclosure, we're not experts on this, but boy, did we stumble onto something awesome. Picture this: a box filled with soil, layered with different cloth materials on the bottom. It's all about letting the roots breathe, and we're all in for it.

We share our experiments, successes, and even a few mishaps with you. Lacey's got a theory about how these plants create roots in this setup – it's all about those micro roots, you know. And I have to say, pulling out those fibrous roots is kind of satisfying.

So, join us on this rollercoaster of a journey as we unveil the secrets of our Air Pruning Bed and how it's changing the game in plant propagation on our homestead.

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Join us as we delve into a captivating array of nature's treasures that are not only native to our region but also hold a myriad of practical uses and surprising benefits. With a passion for homesteading and a love for nature's bounty, I take you on a journey through our personal favorite top ten plants that should have a special place in every homesteader's heart. Throughout this engaging episode, we exchange insights, anecdotes, and practical tips for nurturing these remarkable plants, making this episode a must-listen for both seasoned homesteaders and those new to the joys of cultivating native treasures. So grab your gardening gloves and tune in to discover the wonders of these remarkable plants that are sure to enrich your homesteading experience.

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Today, we share our thoughts on lab-grown meat—a sustainable and ethical alternative to traditional animal agriculture. While the concept intrigues me, I can't help but wonder about its broader implications.

Lab-grown meat shows promise in addressing environmental and animal welfare concerns, but we question whether it might disconnect us further from nature and the food we consume. Additionally, we must consider any potential long-term environmental and health consequences.

Our food system already heavily relies on processed and lab-created products, raising concerns about true sustainability. As we embrace technological advancements, let's remember the importance of maintaining a balance between innovation and our connection to the natural world.

Join us as we explore the complexities of lab-grown meat, seeking a future where our food choices nourish both our bodies and souls while preserving the planet for generations to come.

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Lacey sits down with Derek from Botanist and Barrel, one of their favorite local food producers. Together, they delve into the world of fermentation, natural processing, and the wonders of creating unique ciders and wines.

Join Lacey as she shares her passion for locally-sourced, natural ferments and her admiration for Botanist and Barrel's sustainable practices. With a focus on orchard-to-glass production, Derek reveals the secrets behind their exceptional ciders, crafted with love from hand-picked apples and other seasonal fruits.

Discover the journey of Botanist and Barrel, from a blueberry farm to becoming the cidery of their dreams. Lacey and Derek discuss the exciting process of spontaneous fermentation, where they let the yeast from the orchard work its magic naturally, resulting in delicious and probiotic-rich beverages.

To try their amazing ciders, you can visit Botanist and Barrel's tasting rooms in Asheville and other local spots or conveniently order online through their website. And for those eager to see their sustainable practices in action, Botanist and Barrel opens its doors to visitors on weekends for food, music, and an unforgettable farm experience. https://www.botanistandbarrel.com/

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In this episode of our podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and its impact on our lives. Join us as we discuss the rapid advancements in AI technology, particularly the rise of Chat GPT, an AI system that's taking over various fields.

We reflect on the ever-increasing information overload in our technology-driven world and the need to strike a healthy balance in our interactions with AI. As the world rapidly changes with new AI developments, we invite our listeners to embrace the possibilities while remaining mindful of the ethical and societal implications that come with this transformative technology.

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In this episode, we dive into the transformative world of formal masterminds for homesteaders and farmers. We share our own experiences and encourage you to consider starting your own local farmer mastermind groups.

Discover the value of real-life connections and the immense benefits of sharing struggles, successes, and knowledge within a supportive community. Whether you're a seasoned homesteader or just starting out, this episode will inspire you to cultivate meaningful relationships, unlock invaluable insights, and embrace the power of collaboration. Don't miss out on the chance to join a network of like-minded individuals passionate about self-sufficiency and sustainable living. Tune in now and start building your own farmer mastermind today!

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Join us as we dive deep into the multifaceted world of grazing on this captivating podcast episode. Get ready to embark on a journey that explores the art, science, and beauty of sustainable agriculture through the lens of grazing.

In this episode, we'll delve into the various aspects of grazing that make it a vital practice for both livestock and land management. Discover the profound impact of rotational grazing on soil health, biodiversity, and carbon sequestration. Learn how carefully planned grazing strategies can enhance the resilience of ecosystems and foster sustainable food production.

Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and scents of a thriving ecosystem, as we celebrate the harmony that can be achieved through responsible grazing practices.

Whether you're a seasoned grazier or simply curious about sustainable agriculture, this episode will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the transformative power of grazing.

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Join us as we engage in a fascinating conversation about the ethical considerations and impacts of spaying and neutering animals.

Delving into cultural, religious, and personal perspectives, we explore the effects of human intervention on animal populations and the implications for species resilience. From wild herds to beloved pets, this thought-provoking discussion challenges conventional notions of animal reproduction and prompts reflection on our role in managing and conserving diverse species.

Stay tuned for a surprising revelation about honey bees that will leave you intrigued. Don't miss this captivating episode that will make you question the complexities of animal sterilization.

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We're diving deep into the world of Com-Foo Club, the farm-to-table food club we've started.

In this episode, we share our excitement about the incredible benefits of the farm-to-table movement. We'll walk you through our own experience of starting Com-Foo Club, connecting you with farmers who are as passionate about their produce as we are about good food.

Get ready to explore the magic of farm-fresh ingredients as we discuss the importance of knowing where your food comes from. We'll share stories of visiting local farms, witnessing sustainable practices in action, and getting to know the dedicated individuals behind the scenes.

Through our conversation, you'll discover the power of supporting local agriculture and how it brings a whole new level of flavor and freshness to your plate. We'll also provide practical tips on finding seasonal delights and building a strong connection with your community of farmers.

We're excited to share our journey with Com-Foo Club and invite you to become a part of this adventure.

Tune in and let's celebrate the farm-to-table movement together appreciating the farmers behind our meals and the community it brings.

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Today we are discussing all of ins and outs of the legal stuff you need to get in place for your homestead. This is great information if you're just getting started or you have been homesteading for a while.

It's a quick breakdown of all the important legal aspects and resources and where you can most likely find them in your state.

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What does self-care really mean?

It seems to have become a phenomenon in the mindset world.

As homesteaders, we feel like this looks a little different for us. Our families, our land, and our vision provide us with a lot of opportunities to nourish ourselves and rest.

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Do you feel like you need more space before you get a cow?

Having cows on our property has been so beneficial. Our land has changed for the better and we wish we would have gotten one sooner.

On this podcast, we are talking about why and how you can have a cow on a small property.

We hope this helps you to make the jump into having larger livestock on your homestead.

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There seems to be an influx lately of homesteading as a way to prep for the system to fall apart.

While we do agree the world is falling apart around us, self-sufficiency doesn't have to come from a place of fear.

Giving yourself the ability to be self-sufficient without the pressure of prepping and leaning into your community makes the homesteading process much more natural and fun.

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It's the start of the fall holiday season for us and we just finished our year of rest.

We are talking about how our beliefs and homesteading are tied together. Our holiday calendar looks very different from your standard calendar.

Join us as we walk through how we celebrate these holidays.

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We're talking all about our lease land project this week. A lot of you have asked us about this project and how it came about.

Our friend Lane brought this project to us and he is joining us to talk about how crazy this project has been. Despite the craziness, this episode has a lot of laughs thinking about where we started and where we are.

We still have a lot left to do but the end result of the land will be worth it.

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We recently celebrated our 20th anniversary. It got us thinking about how much has changed since then and how much has stayed the same.

Between the businesses, the homestead, the kids, homeschooling, families and friendships it can be hard to focus on your relationship.

We are going to talk about what we have done over the years to get to where we are now and what we will continue to do for each other, our marriage and our family. It was a fun conversation and we can't wait to share it with you.

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Are you homeschooling? Have you thought about getting started?

In this amazing conversation with Austin of Homesteady we talk about why our families have chosen to homeschool and what that looks like for us.

We even talk about some ways you can incorporate some homeschooling methods and values even if you're unable to homeschool full time.

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It's been harvest season and we are all looking to preserve the fruits of our labor. We want to replay this amazing interview again with Tiktok canning star Sarah of peeliesnpetals.

Do you have questions about preserving? She is the canning queen and she has all of your answers. Sarah has been preserving since she can remember and has the plan and process to have a year's worth of food for her family at any time. Her preserving roots go back to childhood and she shares all of her wisdom as we chatted about everything preserving.

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We love fermenting❤ We always have things bubbling on the counter. Pickles, sauerkraut, yogurt and anything else that can sit on the counter and "rot".

Have you ever really thought about how that "rotting" material can add to our gut and health? We are getting into everything about fermenting, why it's important, why we do it and some of the easiest things to start with.

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Do the plants that emerge on your property to heal the soil also emerge on your property to help heal you? We're talking about all the plants you can forage on the homestead and in nature. What to look for and what you can use them for.

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Are you dealing with invasive plants on the homestead?

We all have those pesky plants on the homestead that are more difficult than most to get rid of. We've had and still have our fair share of them. Listen in to hear some interesting ways we've tried to get rid of them and why some might just be there for a reason.

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We are getting into our biggest disappointments on the homestead. We are covering everything from land, animals, projects and family. It's a pretty real and raw conversation but we want to you yo know that it's not always social media worthy even after 20 years of great progress.

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We are giving an update on Shmita and how our year of rest has been going.

It's not what we expected in many ways but we've had some revelations about the lessons we've learned so far. You might be surprised by our biggest takeaway.

Have you ever taken a year of rest on the homestead?

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Are you hustling too hard on your homestead? The ideas are always flowing and as homesteaders, we hustle to get all the things done. But is it the best way to really get the result we want and need? Are we enjoying what our land is becoming?

We are talking about actively observing our land and natural resources before we start a project before we start hustling and before we lose sight of what we planned our homestead to be.

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Water is a top priority on the homestead, if not the most important. After 15 years we've been able to understand how water works on our homestead. We talk about everything water in this episode, how to utilize it, how to harness it, and how to distribute it.

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Join us as we listen back to our plans for Shmita. Planning is what we do as homesteaders, it seems like there is always something to do.

It's been a busy year so far and we can't wait to listen back and give an update on how Shmita has gone!

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Of course, we have more than 3 favorite plants but the ones we've decided to talk about today are easy and serve a greater purpose on the homestead. Working with the natural systems of our land and building our annual planting around what will help it thrive.

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We just pulled off Homestead Skillshare 2022!!

This is one of the largest in-person events that we've done and we are so excited to share some of the details with you.

The biggest takeaway for us was the community connection we all experienced that day. The homesteading community is growing and we couldn't be more thrilled.

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Fencing is a major part of the homestead.
So of course in this episode, we are talking all about fencing.

The lessons we've learned
Why planning is so important
The best type of fencing we've used.
Why it needs to work for your homestead

You know we also had to share some stories of mishaps.

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Do you want to model permaculture on your homestead?

Listen in as Scott Mann of The Permaculture Podcast and I chat about permaculture and what that can look like on the homestead. Scott has been teaching in permaculture for over a decade and is a wealth of knowledge, this was a great conversation as he breaks down the main pillars of permaculture.

Listen in and check out Scott's podcast. https://www.thepermaculturepodcast.com/

We will release Scott's recommended reading list later this week, be sure to keep an eye out for that quick episode.

How much extra money could you be making on your homestead? Listen in as Kerry Mann from
HomeSteadHow shares how he and his wife have been able to create multiple side hustles. They have gotten really creative with income streams on their homestead and we hope it inspires some new ideas.
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There is a lot to unpack on the topic of the food scale crisis we are experiencing today. Daniel of Timshel Wildland and I are talking about why it's happening and what we can do as homesteaders to help our communities while also sustaining ourselves.

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@commonsprovisions

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This week I'm chatting with Kira Huffman all about chickens. We're talking hens, broilers and raising dual-purpose birds. She's got a really great setup and she's sharing all of that with us.

So listen in for some chicken inspiration and follow Kira for more info🐔

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Have you been wondering how to get your hands on some of the grant money out there? Or maybe you've applied for a grant and didn't receive it.

Join me as I chat with Wendy Rhein an expert in grant writing about everything you should know when diving into the world of grants. She's sharing some really amazing information and tips to get you started.

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Are you butchering your own animals on your homestead? Butchery is such an important part of raising animals and it’s often overlooked. Just like everything else on the homestead it takes time and patience to grow the skill. On this episode Andrew and I talk about butchering on the homestead and get into what it takes physically, emotionally, and spiritually to get it all done.

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On this week's podcast, I'm chatting with one of our Skillshare Demoers Caitlin of Stoney Haw Farm. She is going to tell us how she got started homesteading and share her knowledge of natural beekeeping and fiber arts. Listen in for some bee-keeping inspiration. If you like this episode don't forget to rate and review, we love hearing from you! Join Caitlin and 15 other experts at the Homestead Skillshare for live demos and more! www.theschoolhouselife.com/homesteadskillshare

On today's podcast, we are continuing the Ask Drew and Lacey series and talking to Dave about growing in small spaces. When we first got started we didn't have a lot of room to grow so we are sharing some of our tips and tricks with Dave on ways to maximize a small space and get the most out of what you have to work with.

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This week's topic is all about money and budgeting on the homestead. Our goal is always to help create a holistic homestead and part of that is making sure the financial aspect of a homestead works for your life. We're talking about our top tips for creating and staying on a budget on the homestead. What are your top money questions or tips for budgeting on homesteading? Leave us a review and let us know. Do you know what you want from your homestead? The first step is planning a holistic homestead: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/the-homestead-audit

We are covering all of the unknowns that homesteaders are facing these days. Costs are going up everywhere, some supplies are limited and we're getting a lot of questions about how we can manage all of it and increase stability.

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Today we are talking about meal planning on the homestead. We get a lot of questions about the best way to utilize our harvest from the homestead. So on today's episode, we are talking about planning meals, involving the kids, and making the most of the few grocery runs we have to do from time to time.

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We're talking about tilling and in our case why we don't. It can be a hot topic when it comes to equipment and the use of tractors. Focusing on the soil creates such an abundance. Listen in while we dive into how we make it work and why it's so important to us.

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Have you thought about using wood chips on your homestead? Are you using wood chips already? I'm talking to Ben Raskin author of The Woodchip Handbook about the why, how, and when to use woodchips. Ben is so full of knowledge about how to best utilize woodchips in the garden and on the homestead.

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Are you thinking about adding livestock to your homestead? Listen in as Lacey and I chat about everything you need to think about before purchasing livestock. We have some great tips and maybe some mishap stories to share.

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Do you have questions about preserving? Sarah from peeliesnpetals is the canning queen and she has all of your answers. Sarah has been preserving since she can remember and has the plan and process to have a year's worth of food for her family at any time. Her preserving roots go back to childhood and she shares all of her wisdom as we chatted about everything preserving.

Follow Sarah on Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@peeliesnpetals

Check out all of Sarah's blog and classes https://beacons.page/peeliesnpetals

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We are answering all your questions about tools on the homestead! The reasons we don't use a tractor and why you don't have to either. After all the years and money spent we are breaking down our favorites and not-so favorites. We hope to help you skip a few of the not-so favorites, encourage a deep dive into what you need and more importantly what works for your homestead.

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Are you wondering how to market your homestead and products? We're breaking down why you need to know your customer, your community and how to know what they need. AND how they will feel when they buy your products. It doesn't have to be overwhelming or complicated.

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Have we lost touch with our feminine nature? Our intuitiveness? Our exhale? Our ability for receiving without achieving?

Listen in as I chat with Ariela Sharonwhile we dig deep into the meaning of femininity. As a birth expert, she has a unique view into the human right of passage that exists so long as new life does. We also discuss the feminine-ness of Shmita (the year of release),.

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Connect with Ariela https://www.instagram.com/olam_mama/

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We've got cows on the homestead now!

In this episode, we are going to talk about why we waited so long, what the plan is for the cows and how beneficial they are going to be on the homestead. We chat about how they are going to help us restore the soil and get back to "grassroots" land regeneration.

Join us on our cow journey and leave us a review. We love hearing from you.

Check out the cow share program with Savory https://youtu.be/KKgredZQJ-Y

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Danielle is one of our Academy members and had a bunch of questions about how we were getting ready for whatever is coming. I think the conversation went really well. By the end, I think we all left feeling better about where we are and where we are going. We asked her if she was ok with sharing the call and she said sure! So we wanted to share with you some of the questions and answers.

Don't forget to rate and review, we love seeing the reviews come through.

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

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Have you been wondering if you should add pigs to your homestead? We just added some to our homestead for the second time. We are for sure learning as we go and wanted to share what we have learned. Also how and why we are using them.

Don't forget to rate and review, we love hearing from you!

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Are you tired of buying presents that are little pieces of plastic that break or get thrown out in a few months? It doesn't have to be that way! With a little creativity and a little time, you can give gifts that will last a long time and give some great value! Here are our thoughts on what you can make and give.

If you liked this episode leave us a review:) We love hearing from you.

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What is Chanukah and should you be celebrating it? Take a listen as we break down what it is, how to get started celebrating it, and some fun crafts to try with the kids.

Go here to get our Chanukah guide for fun ideas for the holiday.

Download our FREE printable 8 Nights of Hanukkah

How to play Dreidel:

https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/how-to-play-dreidel/

And as always please let us know how much you love the show by rating and leaving a review. It means so much to hear from you.

How to homebirth in a pinch. :D

Ok, so this topic is such a near and dear one, and people are SO curious about what childbirth without all the modern rig-a-ma-roll might look like, well, Amy and I discuss all that and so much more!
What to have on hand, what to plan for, what to do AFTER a new baby comes. Birth is such a beautiful and NORMAL part of life--I'm so glad I finally got the chance to share this passion of mine with you all, and I can't believe it took this long! And to do it with Amy--you're all so lucky to get to access her wisdom in such an easy way.

If you liked this episode leave us a review!! Not sure where to start with homeschooling? Try The Homeschool Open House

The Homeschool Open House ( A virtual summit)

More and more we are being told that all of our failing systems can be saved by technology. Food, education, health, business, and so on. But in reality its the turning away from nature and natural systems that is causing the downfall of these systems.

We break it all down and look at what it would be like to follow nature over technology.

If you liked this episode leave us a review:) We love hearing from you.

Who we are The SchoolHouse Life - Never Stop Learning

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

Are you ready to start homesteading? Learn from 15+ homesteaders all over the world: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/thehomesteadopenhouse

Not sure where to start with homeschooling? Try the The Homeschool Open House The Homeschool Open House ( A virtual summit)

Today we are talking with Ivy and Paul about all things chickens. They have a 1 acre property in a neighborhood and are slowly turning it into a homestead. They just raised their first batch of broilers and had a bunch of questions. So I told them let’s chat on the podcast so everyone can hear.

Please leave a review and let us know what you think about this episode!

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

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This week we are diving into the reason that you should kill your TV and live a free life. It's been super rewarding for us and the whole family as we figure out what to do instead of watching TV and what better way to start off "NO TV November"

So turn off your TV and give this episode a listen.

Get started with Creative Bug

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Who we are The SchoolHouse Life - Never Stop Learning

We just got back from homesteaders of America and we want to share with you all the little nuggets we took away.

Joel Salatin and Eustace Conway were there and had some great things to say. I'm glad the kids got to hear Eustace talk again, we watched him on Mountain Men and have even been to Turtle Island. What he had to say was great.

Take a little listen and we'll break down all of our favorites. Will you join us next year?

Don't forget to rate and review the podcast or share it with a friend. Let us know what you want to hear us chat about next.

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

Are you ready to start homesteading? Learn from 15+ homesteaders all over the world: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/thehomesteadopenhouse

We're so excited to be announcing the contest winners at the end of this podcast! Thank you so much for all the amazing reviews, keep rating your favorite episodes to let us know the ones you enjoy the most.

Bart and Erica just got onto his grandparents' land and they’re basically starting from scratch on what to do first and how to do it. Join us as we talk all about what’s needed to get a homestead going, growing fruit trees without bugs and lots more.

Leave us a review and let us know what you'd like to hear us cover on the podcast.

Grab your copies of our two favorite books

The Holistic Orchard

Gaia's Garden

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

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We’re back for round 2 of Shmita. Join us as we get a little more into nitty-gritty about how to make it all work and what our plans are for taking a year off of homesteading.

If you like this podcast leave us a review and enter the giveaway, it ends at midnight tonight the 13th. here https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/giveaway

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Have you heard of the word Shmita? It's a Hebrew word meaning let go. This year we are letting go over everything that's grown in the ground. Yeah i know it sounds crazy but that where the magic happens...right?

Join us as we dive deeper into this idea and we'll explain a little more about how we got to where we are.

If you like this podcast leave us a review and enter the giveaway here https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/giveaway

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Can you teach? Are you going to be able to handle homeschooling? We are our child's best teacher. The word homeschool is HEAVY. But, let's lighten that load!

I have felt a STRONG connection with Kaleena Amuchastegui of the 5 Hour School week for some time. She gets me, and she has SO MUCH wisdom to share. Her words and thoughts have given me confidence, and I hope you'll listen to our conversation and feel that confidence.

Whether you LOVE curriculum, public schooling, or prefer to follow the flow of your child's curiosity--this episode touches on some of the deeply rooted cultural education we all should take a closer look at!

We're giving away some goodies to our listeners!!! Check out this link for more details https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/podcastgiveaway

The first in our series of ask Drew and Lacey, Candice sits down with us to get a little deeper into what the first steps of homesteading should be, how to keep kids happy while helping out, and how to be valuable in a barter and trade economy that looks like it might be headed this way.

Do you have some burning questions? Not sure what to do on the homestead? Send us a message and maybe we'll have you on the podcast!

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

Are you ready to start homesteading? Learn from 15+ homesteaders all over the world: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/thehomesteadopenhouse

Need help not feeling too exhausted to start your fall garden? with Jill McSheehy

Whew. It's hot. I don't know about you but it's really hard to get motivated in the suppressive heat and humidity of the Southeast! BUT, it's that time of year to start plotting out and planting the fall garden--the best way to ensure you'll have delicious and nutritious veggies through as last as November in most climates!

Carrots, lettuces, brassicas and more can be prolific this fall, but the time is now! Have a listen while I and Jill McSheehy of the Beginner's Garden have a great conversation about best practices for fall. Who knows, a little chit-chat might just be the perfect inspiration for making the most of what this next season has to offer. She's a wealth of garden know-how AND she leaks a big secret surprise that our listeners will be first to know about!!

Connect with Jill and grab her free garden printables https://journeywithjill.net/about-journey-with-jill/

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

Are you ready to start homesteading? Learn from 15+ homesteaders all over the world: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/thehomesteadopenhouse

It’s harvest time and it’s also time to start preserving your food. We preserve the harvest in almost every way we can. Come join us as we break down all the styles and give you the pros and cons of each. If you have any questions ask us in the comments below and we will get back to you. If you loved this episode drop a review below. For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy Are you ready to start homesteading? Learn from 15+ homesteaders all over the world: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/thehomesteadopenhouse

Why is it that so many people are trying to avoid death? We don’t see where our food comes from and we’ll do almost anything to avoid death. Let’s talk about death on the homestead and what it’s like to be responsible for life and death.

If you liked this episode leave us a review:) We love hearing from you.

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Essential Oils Blending Work Shop

Not sure how or when to get started homeschooling? This podcast is for you. After 16 years and 4 kids we’ve figured out a few things that work. Want homeschooling Simplified? 20+ Experts Help You Find The Confidence You Need To Make Homeschooling Work. Check out The HomeSchool Open House

Do you struggle to have enough time to get all your homesteading done? Never feel like you have enough daylight hours? Talk a little time and listen to our tips.

We got a question in our group and we get this question all the time. How do I get started with a business idea and what’s the best way to make it all happen?

Have you started a side hustle?

We are going deep into the world of natural medicine and how to use essential oils to keep your family and homestead healthy.

What’s your go-to for natural farming?

Don't forget to leave us a review and check out all of our online and in-person events https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/calendar

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

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Feel like you’re depriving your children?

Maybe you own your own business and are also homeschooling your kids—this combo can be like a side act at the circus with plates of every size spinning on plates balanced on sticks of different heights. Well, we have some thoughts and encouragements to remind you of the really important things and how you can find a more relaxed and stable foundation that works for everyone.

Tell us what you thought about this episode and leave a review.

Check out The Homeschool Open House Event if you'd like more tips and tricks for your homeschooling journey from experienced homeschool families. https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/homeschool

Rhyne is a super passionate man that knows a ton about farm business and farming pigs. He’s traveled the world speaking on the topics and has a ton of knowledge to share from some very different perspectives.

We were lucky enough to have him chat with me for a little bit about homestead business ideas and about pigs.

Take a listen. Share and tag a friend that would benefit.

Connect with Rhyne https://www.instagram.com/pork.rhyne/

The most important thing on the homestead is water. We are exploring all the ways to work with water and store water. We share what's worked for us and what hasn't.

We'd love for you to share this episode and leave us a review!!!

Find the perfect Berkey filter for your needs HERE

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

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Before you grab that fertilizer to give your plants a little boost listen to this episode. We are talking about all the ways you can naturally turn that dirt into living soil that will give your plants and homestead a huge amount of life!

If you loved this episode please share it and leave a review!! We love hearing from you.

Grab your comfrey root here: https://laceygrim.myshopify.com/products/comfrey-root

Have you ever noticed that personal growth doesn't always help you get away from the problems that you're working so hard on? Don't get me wrong, we do get better and we do grow, but it seems like sometimes we come back around to a different version of the same problem, maybe even years later. When we look at nature this makes total sense! We are growing like a spiral, like tree rings, we are growing out and the issues we deal with help us grow mighty.

We hope you enjoy this episode, feel free to share, and don't forget to leave us a review.

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

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We all have the secret room, the one with the door we can close when guests come over. Heck, we may have more than one of those. e-hem.

Like anything in life, maybe it's more to-do with our lack of planning than it is to do with our shortcomings? Thanks to this chat with Stephanie I am feeling much more capable of not just cleaning, but KEEPING things cleaner. Her tips, tricks, and demos are inspiring, and decluttering this way proves not to be just about the home, but about the mind. Chaos be GONE!

Connect with Stephanie, grab her printables, and check out her cleaning routines:

https://www.youtube.com/c/TheSecretSlob/

Printables: https://thesecretslob.com/

https://www.instagram.com/the_secret_slob/

A lot of cleaning products have some deadly chemicals in them that are making you and your family sick. The good news is there are plenty of ways to clean up those cleaners and make your home safer and healthier. Take a listen and give us a review then check out the link below for step-by-step instructions on replacing your top cleaners.

Learn how to replace your cleaners here https://youtu.be/U_bV3YO7Tuw

Brittany Nickerson of @thymeherbal has created incredible ways to access the healing and medicinal qualities of herbs in really simple ways! Her posters and books give people a chance to learn how to tie herbs into their normal routine so they can reap the abundant benefits without having to go back to school for another degree--it doesn't HAVE to be complicated!

Listen to our chat and share--what way would you love to get to know herbs better?

Connect with Brittany;

Instagram @thymeherbal

https://www.thymeherbal.com/

https://linktr.ee/thymeherbal

homeapothecary #herbalism

We went live in our Schoolhouse Life FB Group a few weeks ago about planning and starting from scratch. We covered so much and answered some really good questions so we decided we had to share this with you all on our podcast!

If we were starting from scratch. Again. Here's what we'd do!

Dr. Alexsandra Vujnovic shares how her practice as a chiropractor helps folks regain a state of thriving balance. Her wisdom on how we can all achieve better health in simpler and less invasive ways are encouraging and offer folks a glimpse into the world of holistic medicine + chiropractic that might just be the ticket in stepping out of simple survival and into growth--because it's true! Fundamentally, you can't do both.

Connect with Dr. Alex:

https://www.instagram.com/thegreensborochirodr.alex/

https://www.facebook.com/thegreensborochirodr.alex/

https://www.thegreensborochiropractor.com/

holistichealthcare #holisticmedicine #chiropracticwisdom #chiropractor

There is pollen all over now in the southeast and people are having to play the same game as last year. "pollen or pandemic?" in the grocery store. Trust me as an allergy sufferer sneezing is pretty awkward nowadays.

Take a listen as we give you the low down on how to naturally beat back those allergies.

This call with Nathalie gets a little hard--but in all the best ways.

Her lifestyle of self-sufficient living off the land is inspiring! But, even if you still need to make grocery trips, it's important to consider HOW you get your food--do you even deserve to eat meat? It's time to eat good, but not just for yourself.

Sign up for The Homestead Open House Here

Connect with Nathalie

https://www.instagram.com/living_the_dream_permaculture/

www.livingthedreampermaculture.com

It's springtime on the homestead and everything is going so fast. We are finishing up fences, greenhouses, shearing sheep, putting plants in the ground, feeding compost to trees, and the list goes on.

Join us as we chat about what we have going on. Hopefully, it spurs a few ideas for you.

In the fall I gifted myself a beautiful Harvesting + Wildcrafting poster that I simply adored, and it's better in real life than it was on Instagram! As a result, I reached out to the artist and asked her to share more about her work with us. Chelsea Granger is passionate about making plants a part of life for everyone, and this poster is just the tip of her iceberg.

Her work includes an incredible selection of tools disguised as art--practical, useful, and so pleasing to look at! Have a listen to our call and be inspired by how SIMPLE + BEAUTIFUL nature can be.

Connect with Chelsea

https://www.chelseagranger.com

https://instagram.com/chelseairisgranger

It's seed starting time for almost everyone in the US now. Full disclosure we've had some seeds going for a couple of months now. We are kind of seed-starting junkies.

The questions have been coming in on what to do for certain situations. So we compiled a list of the most asked questions so hopefully, we can help you skip them.

Get your seed trays and shop at Bootstrap Farmer for all your gardening needs!!

Michelle of Wild Ones Homestead is doing amazing things on her small homestead in Wisconsin! Having only been there for 5 years, they're in the midst of setting up a super self-sufficient dream homestead, and our conversation is such an inspiration for those of us striving to grow our own and stay curious about the land around us.

Have a listen + don't forget to subscribe, review and stay in touch!

Connect with Michelle https://www.instagram.com/wildoneshomestead/

Grab access to The Homestead Open House https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/thehomesteadopenhouse

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As a homeschool mom, successful blogger + Instagram guru, Lisa Burns of This Pilgrim Life is a wealth of inspiration and encouragement. Her endless resources for meal-planning to kid-friendly projects are something I come back to again and again, and in this podcast, she shares about her NEWEST adventure--Supper Shenanigans!! It's a hilarious way to get dinner ideas the whole family will LOVE.

Connect with Lisa:

This Pilgrim Life blog

This Pilgrim Life on Instagram

This Pilgrim Life on Facebook

In this chat with Jess Gronas of the Jess Gronas show, we hear her vulnerable story of body image struggles, experience with bodybuilding, counting calories, and finding a place of healthfulness that is so much more than just how we look or feel physically, but how we feel mentally as well.

So many of us struggle with our own self-opinions, have a listen and reconnect with your 10-year-old self!

Connect with Jess:

Podcast: Jess Gronas Show on Itunes and Spotify

Insta: @jessgronas

Website: https://www.jessgronas.com

Facebook: Jess Gronas

For more info on upcoming events email: info@jessgronas.com

Essentially homeschooled as a child, Betsy has beautiful inspiration to share in our talk and she's well-known to MANY homeschoolers for her insightful, relatable and hilarious meme's relating to the plight of the homeschool life.

If you liked this episode leave us a review!! Not sure where to start with homeschooling? Try the The Homeschool Open House https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/homeschool

Connect with Betsy: https://www.instagram.com/talltimbersacademy/

Check out the meme's: https://www.instagram.com/homeschooling_withtheclassics/

Kallie has been homeschooling her 6 kids for over 18 years, and her experience is a testament to how the journey doesn't ever look perfect. Even with a degree in early education, having been raised by 2 public school teachers AND being married to one, her ideas on how to open a child's mind have very little to do with testing + end of grade--or with rigid schedules and checked boxes.

After almost 2 decades she can look back and offer us all comfort and instill confidence that there's no ONE right way to do things, and it's likely you're doing it all just right.

Connect with Kallie

https://www.instagram.com/homeplace_farm/

Bio integration is a term Shawn coined for homestead systems that serve a lot of different functions. For instance, a chicken tractor will give you eggs, fertilize your grass, help turn the compost. maybe even more. In the world of permaculture, we try to make sure everything on the homestead does at least two things. Shawn is taking it to the next level with 7.

Do you think about your systems this way? How many functions can you get out of one system?

Grab Shawn's book The Bio-Integrated Farm: http://shrsl.com/2rvdf

Check out Wild Hope Farm: https://www.instagram.com/wildhopefarm/

Ever had a bad thing make something good?

Ever been told a gratitude journal will help improve your mind?

Well, we're excited to introduce you to the Wow Journal, the invention of an intuitive 8-year-old who knew that in spite of Covid, the world is FULL of miracles and things of wonder, and taking the time to notice them makes ALL the difference.

Have a listen to this short interview with the kid inventor of the Wow Journal. Maddie is marvelous + everyone in the family will be inspired to hear how this small idea was made a reality and is now available for purchase worldwide!

Connect with Rowena and Maddie:

https://www.instagram.com/the_wow_journal/

https://www.facebook.com/thewowjournal

We know the importance of a good reboot--lethargy, indigestion, sleeplessness, hormone fluctuation, anxiety...

When we do a reboot of our body, we feel relief from the weight of the toxins that are trapped in our bodies.

Learn a bit about why cleansing is an invaluable tool for being healthy, and how to do one!

Ready to start your cleanse, click this link to get started https://doterra.me/bPVtEq1N

Carolyn Anne of Wonder and Wilder has created a calendar I LOVE! Each month focuses on one foraged plant that can be used for our benefit in a variety of ways.

Listen to her share what inspired this product, her plans for simple guides in the future, and how you can benefit from following her along in her journey!

Connect with Carolyn:

https://www.instagram.com/wonderandwilder/

https://www.youtube.com/c/CarolynAnne

https://wonderandwilder.com/links/

Review + what's coming?!

We spent a little time focusing on what we were actually able to pull off in 2020. It wasn't the year we expected, and almost every plan was flipped on its head, BUT, we have a lot to show for ourselves in spite of it, and I bet you do too!

AND, we're inspired more than ever to bring the empowerment of self-sufficient living to anyone who's looking for it, so we have big plans to continue on that mission in 2021--are you ready?

Want more self-sufficiency? Join our group https://www.facebook.com/groups/theschoolhouselife

Do you still believe in nature's medicine?

While we tend to be saying 'science' is what to trust right now, let's not ignore that the science of the natural world has been in practice for thousands of years!

In this episode, we get a little honest about how we think humanity is failing to keep its belief in nature and all it has to offer us, when we put our faith in other people we can lose our own power to heal and be well.

Have you wanted to live your most healthful life, but don't know the first thing about nutrition?

Curious why a former executive might be called to farming? Jennifer Maynard and I had the most inspiring conversation about why farming and connecting with farmers is crucial for our health--she also shared some really great tips for farmers who need to be reinspired by their own property.

Check out the meal plans https://nutritionforlongevity.com/

Connect with Jennifer:

https://www.facebook.com/nflongevity/

https://www.instagram.com/nutritionforlongevity/

Join me (Drew) as I sit down and interview lacey on her book. We talk about the meaning behind the title "I Belong Here" and why it's such a great book for all the people trying to make more out of their lives.

Get your FREE first chapter of the book and take the C4 Quiz here: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/laceygrim

Order the book using the coupon code THESCHOOLHOUSELIFE https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/ibelonghere

Lacey and I sat down and went over what Hanukkah means to us. How to even say that word. We cover all the essentials of the holiday and how to give it a go this year and maybe add a little bit of it to your holiday traditions. We all could use a little more light in the darkness this winter.

Download our FREE printable 8 Nights of Hanukkah

Link to our blog and all things Hanukkah:

https://www.schoolhouseoils.com/sho-blog-3-2/

How to play Dreidel:

https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/how-to-play-dreidel/

Join us as we share a quick intro into composting and explore all the ends and outs of composting. Humanure, Black Soldier Flies, Compost Bins, and More.

Check out the full webinar available on our website, the link is below in the comments.

https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/compost

All of the important links regarding some of the products we use and love for composting are listed below

The Garden Tower - https://bit.ly/TSLGardenTower Our go to for small space gardening and composting. You can compost with worms in the middle and grow veggies in the outside part! We also send free worms to anyone that buys one from us. You for sure have to check it out!

Comfrey Root - https://laceygrim.myshopify.com/products/comfrey-root From The Schoolhouse Farm - One of the best plants to have on your property. it's great for healing wounds on people and animals. It makes a great accelerator for compost. It's also the leaves are one of my favorites to add to compost tea. (we'll send you a couple of small roots. you can get them started inside and they'll be ready for spring)

Wiggle Poo (aka worm poo) - https://laceygrim.myshopify.com/products/wiggle-poo From The Homeplace Farm - Our friends right around the corner compost their dairy cow waste and chicken waste into their giant worm bins. Then they produce this black gold. I've got them to make a special link so we can send some to you. This stuff is great for adding to overwintering plants or to outside gardens. Even better is your helping a small farm make a living.

Black Soldier Fly Bins- http://www.protapodusa.com/ A great way to compost everything. Meat to veg it all goes in and you get very nutrient grubs you can feed to livestock or just feed the wild birds.

Ali Greer + Eric Tommassini own and operate Avenue 33 Farm in the city of Las Angeles. For so many reasons, that seems like an odd undertaking, but their oasis is showing how much you can do with a little intention, purpose, and inspiration.

You don't have to be on the most ideal piece of land to start growing and becoming more self-sufficient and improving the ecosystem of your own neighborhood! Listen and be inspired!

Connect with Ali:

https://www.instagram.com/ave33farm/

https://ave33farm.com/

Family time can be drudgery without the right perspective! And, particularly if we’re not finding our own purpose. How do we manage our families, our passions and our lives? Have a listen to Celeste Orr as she shares her tips for redefining togetherness, making the most of our time together, AND finding a way to do our life’s work with our family by our side.

Connect with Celeste on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/togetherness_redefined/

Grab a copy of her book at https://togethernessredefined.com

What homestead practices will help you be your most self-sufficient?

Lacey and Drew created a top 10 list, can you guess what they are?

Have a listen and let us know, is anything missing? Or in the wrong order?

Join our group for more self-sufficiency and homesteading tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/theschoolhouselife

When we know better, we can do better.

We've noticed a lack of understanding when it comes to immune system health and how to support it, so we jumped on to share some of our favorite tips, tools and products to maximize the power of our own immunity.

Have a listen and see if there's anything simple and easy you can do to improve your health, prevent illness and help your body do its best to stay well.

We HOPE to be!

Join Courtney + I as we discuss the freedoms of the school-at-homer, and the benefit we get to focus on the things that bring the most joy and growth to each child. And--that changes year to year! For the parents too!

If you liked this episode leave us a review!! Not sure where to start with homeschooling? Try the The Homeschool Open House https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/homeschool

Connect with Courtney and purchase her book:

To purchase The Rumble Hunters, my website is www.courtneybdunlap.com.

The Rumble Hunters’ Guide to Adventure Mini Activity Pack http://eepurl.com/g-pyBX

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/courtney_b_dunlap/

Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/AbletoTeach

I have yet to meet a homebirther who isn’t PASSIONATE about supporting pregnant women. Shayla is just that--eager to encourage women + help them have an empowering birthing experience. I wish the resources she offers had been available for our births. Being empowered by the process of childbirth can be tricky this day and age--the more supports you can find the better! Listen to our conversation about the beauty of childbirth and the ways we can do better at supporting moms through it all.

Connect with Shayla on Instagram and visit her website:

https://www.instagram.com/malawishouse/

https://wearemalawishouse.com/

What curriculum is a good fit for your family?

With SO MANY options it can be completely overwhelming finding the right fit. Where do you even start?

Serena + I have a great conversation about this issue, about some of the key things to look for, and about how to navigate the world of being the ‘new homeschool mom’.

If you liked this episode leave us a review!! Not sure where to start with homeschooling? Try the The Homeschool Open House https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/homeschool

Connect with Serena and grab her resources in the comments below:

Free choosing curriculum guide https://www.theconfidenthomeschooler.com/choosing-curriculum-guide

Join the society https://www.theconfidenthomeschooler.com/society

Instagram @theconfidenthomeschooler

Hannah has what most farmers would call a small scale farm at around 2 acres but her and her partner and making a huge impact with that acreage. Their land actually has a negative carbon footprint while at the same time producing some of the best food you could have. Take a listen as she goes into detail on what and how they do what they do.

Did you see we are hosting a screening of Kiss the Ground? Come out to our farm if you're local and join us for a fun night on the farm. You can buy tickets here: http://bit.ly/kissthegroundTSL

Connect with Hannah and Table Bluff Farms:

https://www.tableblufffarm.com/

https://www.instagram.com/table_bluff_farm/

Are you stuck in old ways? Afraid of starting in the wrong place? Not sure how to make sure your kids are getting the foundation for learning they need?

Elle Cole is an amazing speaker and chatting with her is both energizing and informative. She has the greatest sense of curiosity and knows exactly what to say to remind us how to tap into that in ourselves.

If you liked this episode leave us a review!! Not sure where to start with homeschooling? Try The Homeschool Open House https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/homeschool

Check out Elle's podcast at Cleverly Changing and follow Elle on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/cleverlychanging/

Homeschooling? 7 Ways to Take A Break
https://cleverlychanging.com/2015/12/7-ways-to-get-a-break/

Homeschooling as a Family - Lesson 13

https://cleverlychanging.com/2019/09/homeschooling-as-a-family-episode-13/

What do you know about your child’s psychology? Or Consciousness?

Do you know the milestones of brain development? Or how to find a curriculum that best supports that?

My conversation with Annie has me feeling much more equipped to make good choices for where my child is in their own personal development, and that keeping some of these key ideas in mind will keep our family feeling more nurtured and excited about learning than ever before.

If you liked this episode leave us a review!! Not sure where to start with homeschooling? Try the The Homeschool Open House https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/homeschool

Visit Annie's website for all things Waldorf https://www.thechildisthecurriculum.com/

Connect with Annie on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thechildisthecurriculum/

Nicki Truesdell was homeschooled as a child AND has homeschooled her 5 kids for over 20 years! Her experience through hard single life, illness, and more--has left her (and through our conversation it should you as well) that ANYONE CAN HOMESCHOOL!!

Talking to Nicki--a homeschool success story--I feel WAY less worried about making the perfect choices. Turns out, the curriculum and programs she took place in as a homeschooler had minimal impact compared to the other benefits of homeschooling.

Listen and learn, and be reminded of how you are the perfect person to do this with your kids!!cki

Looking for more homeschooling tips from families like Nicki's? https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/homeschool

Connect with Nicki and grab her new book:

Her book: https://nickitruesdell.com/anyone-can-homeschool-by-nicki-truesdell/

Check out her blog at https://nickitruesdell.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickitruesdell/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nickitruesdellblog

Rob and I sat down and chatted about what homeschooling as dad looks like. With a lot of dads staying home or looking at being home more there are a lot of questions out there. Rob and I chat about what works for him and where he has found himself in the homeschool world.

You can check out more from Rob at https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/homeschool

Connect with Rob on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecircusdad/

Does the thought of starting to homeschool sound daunting? Maybe you're stuck not able to pick a curriculum?

Almost everyone homeschool family I know has struggled with feeling like they weren't doing enough from time to time, but the truth is we just have to get back to basics.

Join Vanessa and I as we discuss how we can pool resources with others, find a good rhythm in our home and find more confidence and joy in the privilege of teaching our kids how to learn (which, spoiler, you're doing no matter what).

Connect with Vanessa https://www.instagram.com/vanessasholisticliving/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZH_Vge6QEC0Vg45iY_FmQ

Get Vanessa's A Year In Nature homeschool co-op guide here https://www.etsy.com/shop/EARTHandKAI

Join Vanessa and other homeschoolers as they share all the tips and tricks for homeschooling https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/homeschool

thehomeschoolopenhouse #homeschoolpodcast #theschoolhouselife #homeschoolnewbie

Long covid?! Finding tools when there don’t seem to be any from someone who’s recovered.

The fear of Covid is real, fear of getting it and fear of not recovering.

That fear can be debilitating! For those who have suffered from things like Chronic Fatigue or Fibromyalgia it can be even scarier--what if I relapse? What if I'm wiped out by this?

In my chat with Lorrie a lot of those fears are alleviated because there ARE tools that help and ways to support your body to recover. Having found a path out of 8 years of chronic fatigue and other diagnosed issues--Lorrie found tools that worked and has been able to use those powerful options and has created a way to help others do the same.

Connect with Lorrie https://www.livingfrominspiration.com/

Check out Lorrie's helpful tools here:

FREE: 5 Day Wellness and Covid Recovery Support Plan(also applicable to ME/CFS/FM)

FREE: Live Zoom Call with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, MD.Dr. Teitelbaum is an expert in Long Covid and ME/CFS/FM.

FREE: YouTube Covid Recovery Support Kit.Videos with yoga, meditation, Wim Hof Instructor, acupressure, how to approach exercise, and more. New videos added each week.

FREE: Positive Focus Covid Recovery Support Group(also applicable to ME/CFS/FM)

Listen in as we talk about ways to reduce and reuse and ways you can make it work for you.

We love reusing around the homestead and we hope you will find ways to do the same with some of these tips!

If you liked this episode leave us a review. How do you reduce and reuse around your home?

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

Are you ready to start homesteading? Learn from 15+ homesteaders all over the world: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/thehomesteadopenhouse

"Let your food be your medicine" is a phrase we always hear but when it comes to buying a steak or chicken for dinner we don't realize that, that meat is making us sicker.

The great news is that with Regenerative Agriculture the meat produced is actually able to make you healthier. The omega 3s are healthier and a lot more!

There’s so much to regenerative agriculture and what’s happening with the agricultural world. Take a listen and let us know what you think.

Devorah also gave us a coupon code to her store, so you can get 10% off your order. Coupon Code: SchoolhouseLife

Draw down- https://drawdown.org/sectors/food-agriculture-land-use

https://pingree.house.gov/netzeroagriculture/agriculture-resilience-act.htm

If you're working at home or working at an office right now we are all wondering about extra ways to stay healthy.

Lacey and I lay out our ways that we try and stay healthy working at home and when we go into public places to work. It's not super hard and things that anyone can do.

What's the top way that you make sure you're staying healthy at work?

Can you teach? Are you going to be able to handle homeschooling? We are our child's best teacher. The word homeschool is HEAVY. But, let's lighten that load!

I have felt a STRONG connection with Kaleena Amuchastegui of the 5 Hour School week for some time. She gets me, and she has SO MUCH wisdom to share. Her words and thoughts have given me confidence, and I hope you'll listen to our conversation and feel that confidence.

Whether you LOVE curriculum, public schooling or prefer to follow the flow of your child's curiosity--this episode touches on some of the deeply rooted cultural education we all should take a closer look at!

Follow Kaleena on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/5hourschoolweek/

Not sure where to start with homeschooling? Try the The Homeschool Open House https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/homeschool

Want to heal your chronic issues but don't know where to turn? Addie knows just how you feel and has found solutions that could work for anyone! Sometimes we need to take a step in a new direction to find perspective and solutions.

Listen to gain some quick perspective on how by changing your perspective and seeking answers in different places might improve your health!

Download Addie's freebie!

https://mailchi.mp/81048a923e26/resilient-right-now

It’s getting hot, which can mean the kids are getting antsy. The ‘stay at home’ initiative may be making things worse for everyone, but don’t forget--learning doesn’t have to be formal, and summer is the perfect time to go with the flow and see what kind of magic can happen.

Join Lacey + Drew as they share their favorite tips, resources + ideas on how to encourage learning and excitement this summer--and how you should NOT be afraid of boredom. It may be the BEST medicine for your kids!

AND, big announcements for the newbie homeschoolers coming soon!! Keep your ear to the ground, we could not be MORE EXCITED!!

Feeling aggressive? Short-tempered? Straight angry? You probably need to touch someone, and that can be REAL tricky right now.

It turns out, the thing we're avoiding most right now may have a major role to play in our overall health, and Khyati knows all about that!

We may not be able to touch, hug or even shake hands like we don't even know we're craving, but we can do some things at home together!

As mother Teresa says--'If you want to heal the world, start with your own family.' So, let's bring touch back in our homes with infant (and other family to family) massage!

Unfortunately, American culture teaches us that touch is always sexual, and that cultural norm can keep us from creating real bonds that help us heal at a really fundamental level--baby massage helps us retrain ourselves to embrace our craving for touch, and use it to promote healing + deeper human connections.

Connect with Khyati and register your email for a free video training on the 1 simple stroke to relieve baby's constipation. https://www.vyanainfantmassage.com.

For more information and videos check out Khyati's YouTube: Mom Meets World and Minute Massage. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwcenjSCiUkRBqAM3IJNIqA

Have you ever walked a few feet from your front door, picked a few ripe berries, popped them in your mouth and thought 'this is the life'?

It is, it is the life. And you can totally have it! Brandy Hall from Shades of Green Permaculture joined me to discuss Permaculture + how it can serve anyone, no matter their yard size. If we can all implement a little more of the permaculture way of thinking in our lifestyles, we can all be a little more self-sufficient!

You don't have to have acreage to be a permaculturist, gardener or even an agriculture activist!

Also, be sure to grab Brandy's Shade Loving Landscape Guide!

https://www.shadesofgreenpermaculture.com/store/c2/freeresources

Connect With Brandy:

shadesofgreenpermaculture.com

Having a FRESH garden veggies and fruits in the winter is the BEST! We show you how to preserve the garden bounty in jars and more, in this free webinar.

We are bringing together four people that have been canning food for over 20 years. All of us can food every year. We've learned what works and what doesn't.

We'll talk about the tools we need AND the ones that we don't.

Pressure cooker, water bath, stove - we'll talk about pros and cons and how to do it all successfully.

We teach how to safely jar foods so nobody gets sick

We share some of our secrets we've learned along the way too.

By the end you'll be ready to can that harvest of garden veg that's on its way.

How do you preserve your harvest? Leave us a review if you found this info helpful!

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

Are you ready to start homesteading? Learn from 15+ homesteaders all over the world: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/thehomesteadopenhouse

Do you like living a natural and self-sufficient life? We do too! Below are some ways you can join us in making your life and the world a better place.

If you like this podcast leave us a review

Looking for more in-depth information about natural medicine and holistic practices? Register for the Plant-Based Medicine webinar here https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/plantmedicine

Join our Facebook Group here 👉 http://bit.ly/TheSchoolhouseLife Grab our free guide to how we live a self-sufficient life here 👉 http://bit.ly/TSLPrepared

Get your kit of essential oils here 👉 https://doterra.me/V3vpzvIB

Ever thought your food allergies were caused by a block that could be released? Like, maybe you could STOP your allergies in their tracks by addressing issues from past lives?

Me neither! But, Daniela has reversed her own dietary allergies + transformed her health by using SRT--spiritual response therapy.

Now, I'm not going to tell you your past lives are the problem--I'm not really a past life proponent, but I do know the power of addressing deeper spiritual roots that lead to major health issues.

And, as an empath, the points we discuss in this call were enlightening to hear as new ways to fortify + empower myself to be our healthiest. #empathsunite! #spiritualresponsetherapy

Is your tongue screwing up your health? Could be!! 👅

This interview definitely went into a whole new realm I hadn’t really considered! I found myself wiggling my tongue around the roof of my mouth as Kate gave me her checklist of things that might be interfering with our best health.

I know sleep has a powerful impact on our health, and being able to breathe is important too. But, did you know that removing teeth actually alters the shape of your whole mouth? Or that swallowing or how the tongue rests could be impacting you’re child’s health?

We have 80 something muscles in our neck and 7 of them are in our tongue 🤯.

There are so many fascinating things in this interview that offers a great overview of how our mouth could be the gates to better health! 👄

Are you confused by how holistic healthcare is different than modern healthcare? Have you ever been frustrated because you've been given the run around? Tried almost everything the doctor has said and not gotten results?

Shari Packard + I discuss the beauty of looking at the body a little differently, how that has transformed her life + led to healing that has inspired her to help others find the same answers for themselves.

What's the moon got to do with it?

EVERYthing!

Has your daughter starter her period? Are you going through menopause?

Join Lacey + Barbara and get major insights into the mysterious ways of womanhood, how they connect to the cycles of the moon, learn how you can better master your cycles and patterns and hear about the incredible resources Barbara Hannelore has developed in her decades of experience coaching moms, daughters and women of all ages in knowing their body + celebrating it's rhythms.

http://www.womenswaymooncycles.com/

Have you been thinking about keeping bees but just not sure where to start? Join us!

We talk about what it takes to keep bees

How to get your kids involved

Bee Safety

What kind of hive to get

How much time and money bees take

Homeschooling making you feel inadequate?

I often struggle seeing all the beautiful posts of fellow Charlotte Mason inspired homeschoolers, how can I possibly keep up? How can I do it well and NOT lose my mind?

Rachel, an expert in Charlotte Mason methodology, has built a business helping moms eek out the best parts of CM homeschooling in a way that leaves everyone feeling GOOD about their daily routines.

Helping folks develop their own unique and empowered living education rhythm is what has motivated Rachel to develop incredible tools that simplify Charlotte Mason for ANY family--no matter their lifestyle and WITH JOY!

Listen in for an awesome discount JUST FOR YOU on any of her tools at www.cmplenary.com

How are your hormones? I did NOT know about this 'nutty' practice much before today! But Seed Cycling is something I've been curious about for a while. Heard of it? I think you'll like it.

Thanks to Dr. Beth Westie I am now eager to try eating the right seeds, at the right time to improve my hormone balance and womanly cycles! I HIGHLY recommend you listen to this great interview with Dr. Beth (who's hilarious), and learn some really fascinating and simple things that have proven effective for her clients dealing with hormone irregularity, infertility, adrenal imbalances and more. (yes, you.)

Please let us know--what do YOU think about Seed Cycling?! Gonna try it? Or do you think it's for the birds? (yuck, yuck.)

Are you dealing with any fears around tapping? Well listen to this!! a FREE and SO simple protocol you can do at home to help move through all those feelings! Tapping!! I keep hearing how powerful this ridiculously easy tool is.

Katie Nall, a math teacher, has also become an expert in EFT (Emotion Freeing Technique) and has helped so many deal with fears. On this call, Katie generously gifts us all some incredibly simple ways (that take minutes!) to add to our daily routine to work through fears, and feel more at peace.

Did you know stress inhibits lung function? Diminishes the immune system? Let’s use ALL the tools we can to fend anxiety off and support our bodies!

Join us as we explore some simple and natural things you can do to boost your immune system.

If you like this podcast leave us a review

Looking for more in-depth information about natural medicine and holistic practices? Register for the Plant-Based Medicine webinar here https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/plantmedicine

Our Oils + Why We Love Them-Live Panel

Hey, I'm so excited to share with you Kim of Creating Legacy Wellness! She shares with us how to deal with stress and overwhelm. How our health and routines can help us get more rest and allow our bodies to work with us and not against us.

In this episode we talk about the movie we just watched called Inhabit a Permaculture Perspective, the movie goes into detail about what permaculture is and how we can all do some simple things to make a huge difference.

you can check out the movie here : http://inhabitfilm.com/

Here's how this all started for us AND more importantly where we are going!

Feel like things just aren't quite right?

People talk about being in 'alignment', but when you're so far from feeling in a good space, where do you even start?

Maggie has a lot of great wisdom on this topic--and personal experience! She shares with us what working with energy looks like, and how it might be the solution you need to feel less anxious, depressed or disconnected.

Have you tended your soul lately? What's your energy doing? Ever been curious about Reiki?

@Rebecca Aydelette of @Clary and Sage is one of the most intuitive ladies I know, and better yet--she is so good at easing folks into practices like Reiki or Soul-Collage--activities that are nurturing to the mind & spirit! Have a listen, and come meet her live at the Expo! She has a fun activity and an incredible raffle prize to share with us!

Does your gut need an adjustment?

Listen to Jessica share what chiropractic care at Brittian Chiropractic can offer its clients, and it’s so much more than just a good crack!

Jessica is a health educator and knows loads about how to get into alignment, and what that might do for your health--and it might surprise you!

Come meet her this sunday February 9th 2:00pm-5:00pm

Get your FREE ticket at http://bit.ly/NaturalExpo

Hypnosis as healthcare? What do you think?

It can certainly conjure images of magicians & 19th-century circus-style trickery and dangling pocket watches.

BUT, hypnosis has centuries of powerful history that can't be denied! A few decades ago it was used as common practice, and only just now is being re-introduced to manage all kinds of healthcare needs, from relieving anxiety triggers to pain management--this noninvasive practice can be powerful for so many things!

I couldn't be more excited to share @Lauren & all she's doing with @Modern Day Hypnosis!

Make sure to come see her at our health expo on Sunday the 9th 2pm-5pm

Get your tickets at http://bit.ly/NaturalExpo

Tina Hopkins does a lot for her clients to help them find mobility through massage. She has a pretty amazing team of people that help you with just about every aspect of making sure you are feeling your best. I love her story she gives of herself finding out about the power of massage and "that it's not just for rich people"

Come meet her in person at our expo on Feb 9th from 2pm-5pm

Get your FREE ticket at http://bit.ly/NaturalExpo

Wellness Awareness Series: Interview with Mary Bryan-Stewart.

First, I want to say that I am loving talking with all these natural wellness people. They are all amazing and I have been learning so much just from the interviews. I'm so glad I can share these people with you.

Mary has a really cool business where she makes paleo treats including donuts...yes donuts!...that are paleo-friendly. Take a listen to her awesome story.

Make sure to join us this Sunday, Feb 9th from 2-5 to meet Mary and all the other amazing people at the Expo.

register here: http://bit.ly/NaturalExpo

Rachel Shue works with Bayada and helps make sure people have an amazing quality of life. Her story of how she got there and how her clients have a better life is really inspiring!

Ever feel isolated? Alone in your sadness? A little lost in what it is you truly want out of your life?

Often we let these keep some elements of our desires or suffering to ourselves. We don’t want to burden others, or make ourselves vulnerable. Our society trains us to believe that independence is the truest measure of success.

Alisha Wielfaert is a connector. One of @Triad Business Journal’s 2020 40 to watch under 40, she brings women together in a way that soothes souls and develops a wholeness we can only experience through our community with others.

Alisha facilitates conversations that lead to clarity & often help her clients reconnect with their purpose and personal creativity. She’s a treasure!

Visit Yokeandabundance.com for your free 30 days of meditation!

It's our Wellness Awareness series! Susan Sykes is a passionate chiropractor and Wellness Advisor who has spent decades learning how the human body works & how to help people feel their best.

She has built a practice around targeted support for her patients & continues to help them find huge relief with traditional knowledge paired with the best technology available today. Listen to learn about some of what she does, and be inspired! Natural health takes so many forms, and we can all be healthier when we know what’s out there--and who will support us be our best!

This week we're talking with Lilly Emendy from the Urban Teaching Farm. The Farm is part of @outofthegardenproject. They are all doing their best to keep the kids in Greensboro and surrounding areas fed with good food.

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The Urban Teaching Farm is a 1-acre farm that's pumping out a bunch of good organic produce for CSAs and for low-income families.

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There are tons of volunteer opportunities from sorting food to helping at the farm. Come join us Tuesday mornings at the farm or go to https://outofthegardenproject.org/ to find other opportunities.

In Europe, people are starting to eat Black Soldier Flies as a really great source of protein.

Karl is an expert in the world of the Black Soldier Fly science and the cultivation of Black Soldier Flies.

On the homestead, we use Black Soldier Flies to eat all our rotten vegetables, rotten meat, food scraps, and livestock that has died, and then produce amazing food for birds and poultry.

If you haven't ever heard of black soldier flies this is a great deep dive into What BSF are, Why you should have a BSF bin, and how to get started with BSF.

A combination of every heavy-hitting, pain-reducing, inflammation eliminating, knot erasing, ache relieving oil! One of my best friends for those persistent trouble spots. Penetrates stimulates cell repair and improves circulation. Easy, and potent!

I have a very stiff neck. Massages, chiropractor, heating pads, cold pads...I have used all of them and they're great. But in a pinch, I just want quick and easy pain relief on the go. I didn't think I'd ever find anything other than over-the-counter that make my stomach hurt. But this blend takes the cake for effectively giving me quick relief! It honestly feels too easy! I've run out of it multiple times I use it so much, but at just a few dollars for the ingredients--it's good for the pocketbook too!

We started this whole homesteading thing with a dream of having a goat farm. I'm not really sure why we wanted goats other than we wanted to be able to pet them and laugh at their cute little babies when they jumped around. . We did do that a lot but we also spent a lot more time trying to figure out how to keep goats in their fences. But it got really old because goats had way more time to figure out how to get out. Like that's really all they do all day AND night long! .

So one day we got a few sheep and added them in with our goats. We found the sheep were super chill. All they wanted to do was stick with the flock, if they did that, they were very content. So we got rid of all the goats and bought more sheep.

Sheep come with their host of problems. Mainly they are born looking for a way to die. But they love staying in fences and are for the most part really easy to handle.

Today is sheep moving day.

We use electric netting fencing that we can move so that they have fresh grass and older pastures can have time to rest. Which they need to do so the parasites die back and the grass can have time to grow more again. Our goal is to only use a section (paddock) every six months. Which is really challenging but with proper management we can make it happen.

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

Are you ready to start homesteading? Learn from 15+ homesteaders all over the world: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/thehomesteadopenhouse

We need volunteers for our new E-course. Sleep, Stress, Bumps, and Bites: Lavender for a healthy family.

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When we first started using essential oils the oil that won me over was Lavender! Owning my own business I would struggle at night to get a good nights sleep. I'd be laying in bed thinking about the jobs I had the next day. The people I needed to call back. The employees I had to deal with. There's a ton to owning your own business. Then it would get even more frustrating because I'd know if I didn't fall asleep soon I'd be tired the whole next day. So lacey told me to put a little on my big toe and give it a try. So the first night I didn't that I don't even remember laying there. I slept so well it was amazing! I woke up refreshed and ready. I repeated the same thing for night after night and the results just kept coming. Now most nights I mix it up with different oils, sometimes just put oils in the diffuser...but my experience with sleep and oils has been huge.

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So we have been doing the essential oils thing for awhile. We've been training people on how to use essential oils for just about any ailment. We've even spent a long time training people on how to sell the most amazing essential oils. Because they work for so many things.

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I thought it would be super fun to collect all our trainings on one subject and put them into a course. So that's what I did. Im starting with lavender because we all know it has a ton uses. Right? And since it was one that had the biggest impact on myself I feel like it's only appropriate.

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Sleep, bug bites, stress, headaches, nose bleeds, the list just goes on and on.

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So in the training we have three trainings on just how to use lavender and other relaxing blends for the most common issues.

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then I collected all the DIY projects I could find and put those in there. Things like a yoga spray and dryer sheets...about 6 or 7 different topics

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I also grabbed some of our team members and got their videos on lavender and how they use it...if you have more you want to include send them my way.

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Now I'm working on the lavender cookbook. About 10 recipes on cook or making food with Lavender. That will be in the course for you to have.

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By the time you're done with this course you'll be an expert in the world of lavender. I'm really excited to share it with you!

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Im going to add a few extra parts in it to make it even better. I'm really excited to share it with you.

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Right now I need three of four people to check out the course and give me a little feedback. If your interested comment below and I'll send you the link.

We've had chickens for the past seven years, A flock comes and goes about every two years. Last year when we went out of the country for a month something ate our whole flock! We thought that might happen and were kind of ok with it. They were on year two and had pretty much stopped laying eggs every day. They were also eating up my garden and pecking holes in my tomatoes! So they got banished to total free-range status, which means no feed at all. It's an eat what you can find kind of thing. Around our property, a chicken can live really happy that way! This new flock we started in the early spring. We just picked up some from tractor supply. It seems like we have been raising this flock forever. They have gone through all kinds of disasters. They had snakes eating them, then an owl, a raccoon and finally some hawks eyeing them. We moved one of our guardian dogs near them and he sorted things out but not before we lost a good many of them. Our free-range chickens are finally laying eggs again. That means fresh eggs for us, which means beautiful golden yokes and tasty eggs again! In a few more weeks we should be getting a dozen a day, which is really about what our family eats!

For more homesteading guidance join the Academy: https://www.theschoolhouselife.com/theacademy

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A story about stinky things.

When we first started raising chickens we need a way to feed them as cheaply as we could. It's really hard to raise chickens on a budget and especially to make sure they are healthy and having a great life. So I researched a ton about different ways to feed chickens. We sprouted our own grains. We fermented grains. We tried growing our own grains. All of that took way more money than just buying good chicken feed. But then I found this guy that was selling these bins for black soldier flies. It made so much sense to be able to reduce what we were putting into the trash. We also had a place to put weeds and things that we didn't want to compost. The soldier flies eat the seeds so there's nothing to worry about there. I went to buy some and found out you don't even have to buy them! They just come out of nature and grow right in your bin. That made it even better the only thing we had to buy was the bin!

A few years ago after chicken processing day, we put the remains of about 300 chickens in it at one time. That was way too much. The whole homestead stunk for about a week. but after that things were back to normal and we had lots of food for the new batch of chickens. Is it wrong to feed chickens larva that ate other chickens?

But now we have had them for a few years and as long as you keep them fed they stay around and take care of our waste. When we have little animals die we put them in there too. It keeps the predators from coming around and we don't have to dig a hole.

They make these bins in a small backyard size too or you can make your own just google the plans.

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Basically symphony of the cells is always a great idea. Like all natural medicine you need to find what works best with your body and use that protocol. Some times it can take a few tries to get there, but don't give up! Yesterday we were able to stop a migraine in about 15 minutes using one of the protocols that took about 4 mins to apply.

With fireworks and thunderstorms around there are some super simple tools you can use to help keep them calm.

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Check out this little water garden we've been working on. Last year we got the barrel on sale and plugged the hole in the bottom. Then we won some goldfish at the fair and put them in there. This past winter we scored a couple of water plants at a super discount at the garden center and dropped them in the pond.

Now that it's warming up everything is coming together and the pond has a new life to it!

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Let's talk about how we garden with essential oils and even how we use them on bees.