With spring finally upon Us, The Homestead as been busy as of late. Work around the homestead and farm as only increased and I am working at a local winery/ vineyard again. Some articles and links on the blog are unfinished and I apologize for that, I like to do as much research as possible…

In My previous post I talked about the home being the most important part of a homestead. Then the second most important part would be the stead, I don’t just mean in the name “Homestead”. But the idea of stead, having purpose or to be given a purpose or duty. I like to think of…

The biggest part of a homestead? Most people would probably agree, the home. I have chosen to design and construct a log cabin, my first attempt and a definite learning experience. I have always wanted to build such a style home and yesterday is always the best day to start. Features Large bedroom Large bathroom…