Laura Lawrence- Northern Michigan Homesteader
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We're In It Now
It’s nearing the end of summer here in Northern Michigan- our first frost date is looming in the middle of September. I know, why I even say such things! Well as a Homesteader and especially in Northern Michigan we have got to move quick, think of the next thing and keep on keepin’ on! So yes it’s GO time, it’s when you pray and hope all your hard work for the last few months pays off so you can stock your shelves and have Freedom in Food.
It’s been a little bit different this year and I know I’ve talked about it before but my spring predictions unfortunately have been right. The weather just has been “different” , there’s been lots of cloudy days, hazy days from the Canada wildfires and cooler temperatures and it has effected the plants. They just are not thriving as usual and some items like Cucumbers are finally coming in just now.
But this is how it is, you just never know what your gonna get. I’m not the one controlling the weather so I just do my best. I hedge my bets. I plant more than what I think I’ll need. Last year was an abundance plus and I was able to offer so many delicious organic home grown goodness to family & friends. This year…nada, nothing. Its all gotta go into the coffers.
And I’m trying to say this with positivity – this is how it is- it’s what happens. If your feeling discouraged this year by your garden do NOT give up. Learn. Hedge your bets. Plant again. And again. And again. Do NOT give up. I’m gonna say this again. Do NOT give up.
This is one step to becoming a Food Prood- you don’t give up. You continue to plant, to learn and to reap whatever rewards is given to you.
Philippians 4:19 "But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." KJV
And indeed He is supplying we are starting to see the garden goodness coming in.
We’ve pulled all the garlic and they are curing. 
We started pulling the onions as well.
Zucchini a plenty out of just a few plants.
The tomatoes are turning red.
The cumbers are being snacked on.
The carrots we pull when we need.
The cabbage is being turned into coleslaw.
The cauliflower has been blanched and froze.
Some potatoes have been pulled and grilled.
It is good, it is delicious and we are thankful.
Here are some Resources for your Goodness coming In!
Let's Get To It!
We're In It Now
I'm NO Super Hero
I feel a change in the air,
something’s happening right now.
Life in Abundance
Keepin' on - Keepin on'
Imagine This
How a simple table changes everything
Homesteading aint’ pretty ya’ll
Is it rain? No, unfortunatley it is not.
Tomato Planting & Cheesy Orzo
Short & Sweet (Dandelions too)
Fries- Nuggets & Beans
May 2nd 2023
(herb garden) - Saying No - Tinctures
Starting New
Maple Syrup- Rub’s- Taco Seasoning
Starting Your Seeds Indoors – Building a Trellis in the Garden – What to do with Lard
March 13th 2023
All About the Chickens
March 4th 2023
Back from Vacation – Cookies – Creamy Pasta
February 24th 2023
Carnita's - Gardening Worksheets -Bagels & More
Honey Oat Bread - Pasta Carbonara - Marbling Fats
February 5th 2023
Weather – 15 Minute Dinner – French Toast – My Happy Place
January 30th 2023
Seeds- Kitchen Sink Casserole, say what? - Tostadas
January 21st 2023
Seed Starting - Muffins w Glaze - Cheesy Potatoes
January 18th 2023
Greek Yogurt - Sprouts - Lotion Bars - A Challenge
January 7th 2023
New Recipes- Semi Famous Pizza Sauce- Healing a Wound
Launch of my Sourdough Series!
December 16th 2022
Gateway Cheese - Canning Carrots - Preserving Lemons
December 11th 2022
Rice– Artisan Fancy Loaf – Coffee
December 8th 2022
Spaghetti Sauce – Dryer Balls – Apothecary
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