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Countdown is on! Lots of chicken nuggets about to go in our freezer! If your local and have wanted to learn how to proce...
06/18/2026

Countdown is on! Lots of chicken nuggets about to go in our freezer! If your local and have wanted to learn how to process chickens message me! Saturday at 8am we are processing our last batch of the year!

The joys of feeding your chickens fresh foods, you get random volunteer plants all through your yard. Excited to see wha...
06/16/2026

The joys of feeding your chickens fresh foods, you get random volunteer plants all through your yard. Excited to see what these end up doing.

Any guesses on what I came home from church and started canning?
06/14/2026

Any guesses on what I came home from church and started canning?

“Why do you can so much?” 🤔It’s a question I get asked all the time.👀The truth is, not everyone understands the desire t...
06/12/2026

“Why do you can so much?” 🤔

It’s a question I get asked all the time.👀

The truth is, not everyone understands the desire to fill a pantry with wholesome, home-preserved food. This season is busy—canning, freezing, dehydrating, gardening, and trying to keep up with everyday life.

But to me, it’s worth every minute. 💕

There’s something deeply satisfying about knowing there will always be quality food on our shelves. Food I grew, preserved, and prepared with my own hands.

Take green beans, for example. One bushel yielded 28 quarts. There are 52 weeks in a year, so if my family wanted green beans just once a week, I’d need 52 jars to make it through the year.

But I don’t can just for my family.

I also can for my mom and stepdad, which means I need twice as much on the shelves before canning season is over. So as I start on my second bushel of green beans this morning, I can’t help but feel grateful that I’m able to be home and contribute to my family in this way.

Another question I hear often is, “Is it cheaper?” 💸

Honestly, not always. 🤷‍♀️

Sometimes it costs more than buying it at the store. But I don’t do it simply to save money. I do it because I know exactly what’s in every jar. I know there are no fillers, preservatives, or ingredients I can’t pronounce.

For me, it’s about more than food.

It’s about peace of mind, self-sufficiency, and knowing exactly what’s being served at my family’s table.

P.S. and what better way to teach your littles about the importance of good quality food and having fun while processing it together as a family!

Ok friends help a sister out! It’s canning season and I’m gonna do the most I can outside. How do I avoid the mess on my...
06/11/2026

Ok friends help a sister out!

It’s canning season and I’m gonna do the most I can outside. How do I avoid the mess on my canner from the propane stove?? I love canning outside but the pot is always horrible to clean up! 🫣

06/07/2026

Teaching them young all about where there food comes from and how to process it! Liliana was such a big helper on chicken processing day! No matter how small there is always a job they can help with!

35 chickens 🐔 processed today. In two weeks we get to do it all over again! If you need me the next two days I’ll be pro...
06/06/2026

35 chickens 🐔 processed today. In two weeks we get to do it all over again! If you need me the next two days I’ll be processing our stock in the pressure canners. Thankful for our outdoor stove to keep the heat outside!

Tomorrow is the first processing day of 2026! Lots of chicken nuggets going in the freezer! 🐔 🍗
06/05/2026

Tomorrow is the first processing day of 2026! Lots of chicken nuggets going in the freezer! 🐔 🍗

My chamomile was out of control! Trimmed it down and will be hanging it to dry!
06/03/2026

My chamomile was out of control! Trimmed it down and will be hanging it to dry!

06/03/2026

🎥 Canning Room Tour! 🫙❤️

One of my favorite parts of homesteading is seeing the fruits of our labor lined up on the shelves. Every jar represents time spent in the garden, kitchen, orchard, or around the family table. It’s a lot of work, but having a pantry full of home-preserved food brings such a sense of peace and accomplishment.

Here’s a look inside my canning room and what’s currently on the shelves:

🍇 Jellies, Jams & Spreads

* Grape Jelly
* White Grape Jelly
* Peach Jelly
* Blackberry Jam
* Strawberry Jam
* Raspberry Jam
* Cantaloupe Jam
* Mango Jam
* Apple Bourbon Jam
* Apple Butter
* Pear Butter
* Grapefruit Marmalade

🍎 Syrups, Juices & Drinks

* Mango Syrup
* Strawberry Syrup
* Grape Juice
* Apple Juice
* Peach Juice
* Cranberry Juice
* Watermelon Lemonade

🍅 Sauces, Salsas & Condiments

* Salsa
* Tomatillo Salsa
* Relish
* BBQ Sauce
* 🍝 Spaghetti Sauce
* Tomato 🍅 Sauce
* Pine 🌲 ACV
* Regular ACV

🥕 Vegetables & Garden Harvest

* Green Beans
* Diced Tomatoes
* 🥕 Carrots
* 🍠 Sweet Potatoes
* Potatoes 🥔
* Beets 🫜
* Pinto Beans 🫘
* Pumpkin 🎃
* Jalapeños

🍑 Fruits

* Peaches 🍑
* 🍐 Pears
* Blackberries
* Mangoes 🥭
* Cherries 🍒
* Cinnamon 🍎 Apples
* Applesauce 🍏

🥩 Meats & Meals

* Chicken 🍗
* Ham 🐖
* Venison 🦌
* Chicken Stock
* Veggie Soup

🍂 Other Favorites

* Cranberry Sauce
* Dulce de Leche

Looking at it all together makes me incredibly thankful. This pantry represents food security, self-sufficiency, and a whole lot of hard work from our family.

I’d love to see what everyone else has stocked in their pantry this year! What’s your favorite thing you’ve canned recently? 🫙🌿❤️

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