For several years now, backyard chickens have been all the rage. Fancy coops have turned up in even the nicest of neighborhoods as people, some who didn't appear to have a homesteading bone in their bodies, jumped on the self-sufficient, save-the-planet bandwagon. Lots of folks have turned the fad into a lifestyle they would never abandon while others have decided it's not for them. If you are wanting backyard chickens now is the best time of ... Read More
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How To Pick A Perfect Watermelon
Hey there watermelon lover! Lucky for you (and me) it's finally that time of year when the beloved watermelon starts showing up at every party, vacation, family event, church social and farmer's market across the country. You can eat it to your heart's content and, because they're so big, still have plenty to share. What more could you ask of this giant red melon pretending to be green? Well, other than an easy way to know if it's ... Read More
Green Smoothie Challenge Accepted (yikes!)
Like most people, I'm a sucker for a good cause. So when I was invited to join Bloggers Without Borders in an effort to raise money to build a school in Zambia that would benefit AIDS orphans, how could I refuse? All I had to do was promote the cause to my readers here and on social media and tell you about the amazing prizes you can win if you follow the campaign. It would have been easy enough except I decided to take it one step further and ... Read More
No, I Wasn’t Abducted By Aliens (and other half-truths I tell myself)
Hey everyone, long time no see. In case you were wondering where I've been lately, I didn't fall off the planet or join the circus or move to Mongolia. I wasn't abducted by aliens and I didn't get amnesia. Or did I? I honestly can't remember. This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission if you use them. I only recommend tools that I use and trust. Here's what I do know-- I didn't fall off the planet but I ... Read More
We Love Diatomaceous Earth (and You Should Too!)
Have you ever heard of diatomaceous earth (DE)? No? Well, that's interesting considering the fact that you've probably eaten it. Don't worry, I have too and the truth is that diatomaceous earth is actually good for you. But, like all things you put in or on your body, it's important to know just what it is and what it does. So read on, my dirt-eating friend and learn why you need diatomaceous earth and, more importantly, what to do with ... Read More
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Essential Oils For Dogs 5 Fabulous Reasons to Use Raw Honey How To Freeze Eggs 10 Reasons You Should Raise Backyard Chickens . . . And 5 Reasons You Shouldn't Jewel-Toned Easter Eggs ... Read More
Beyond Basics With Natural Yeast– Book Review
Come in close dear reader, I have a secret to tell you. I'm afraid of yeast. Ssshhh, please don't tell. I know that with a name like Fabulous Farm Girl people think I spend my days feeding chickens, whipping up homemade beef broth and baking loaves of whole-grain bread. Okay, the first two are true but the third one is my dirty little secret. I've never made bread from scratch because I'm afraid of those tiny micro-organisms called yeast. They're ... Read More
5 Fabulous Reasons To Use Raw Honey
Have you heard that there's a new health food on the scene. It's kind of funny since this particular health food has been used by humans for thousands of years so it's hardly new. But folks today are finally learning a simple fact that our ancestors were very familiar with: raw honey is good for you. Very good for you. Who knew? If you're like most people you probably have a jar of honey in your cupboard that you occasionally use to sweeten ... Read More