DIY Bug Repellant Recipe

Any kindergartener can name the four seasons: spring, summer, fall, winter. But let’s be real, sometimes it feels like there really are just two: winter, and bugs. Every year throughout March and April, my winter-weary soul wants nothing more than for warmer days to arrive. Then they finally, blessedly arrive, and… boom. So does black fly …

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May 2023 Garden Update

At long last, spring is here in the Northeast Kingdom! Our May garden update comes after a month full of of activity. Between getting the garden tilled, composted and planted; pruning many shrubs and trees; tending all the starters and greenhouse; bringing in some new furniture and decor; and many other miscellaneous projects, we’ve been pretty …

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Easy Sourdough Bread Recipe (a.k.a. Sourdough for Lazy People)

Sourdough is one of those things that seems to have about as many methods as there are people who make it. And when you’re just starting out, the sheer volume of information online can be overwhelming. Although I have utmost admiration for those who are super precise with their sourdough technique…. that’s not something I realistically …

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