Self-Sufficiency is a Lie

“Self-sufficient,” “self-reliant,” and “self-sustainable” are a few popular terms that float around in the homesteading world. If you have been in those circles long enough, you have heard them. And the idea isn’t a terrible one, but I do believe that it can be a little misplaced. I get it. The idea of not relying …

French Marigolds

12 Reasons to Plant French Marigolds in Your Vegetable Garden

I used to think that flowers were only useful for looks. I didn’t care too much for growing flowers – I only wanted to exert my energy growing vegetables that could feed our family. But the more I have learned about gardening and growing food, the more I have come to appreciate flowers and their …