Living Simply, Living Purposefully
The Homesteading Way is about stripping life down to what matters—growing food, raising animals, crafting by hand, and living intentionally every day. It’s hard work with deep purpose, grounded in nature and the seasons.
Homestead Life
Where the journey begins and community thrives.
Growing & Raising
Cultivate the land and care for animals.
From Scratch Kitchen
Cook with the seasons and preserve your harvest.
Natural Living
Embrace simplicity, health, and holistic practices.
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Hi, I’m Lisa!
Wife, mom of two college kids, living on 5 acres in northern Michigan. I’m all about living simply and purposefully—growing, raising, and making what we use and consume the most. You’ll usually find me in the garden or orchard, baking something sourdough, or tending to my animals. Follow along and discover how you can embrace the homesteading way, too, no matter where you are. So glad you’re here!
Homestead Life
Daily rhythms with purpose. Projects, family, and a life built from the ground up.
Homestead Planner
Organize your homesteading life with the free 40-page Homestead Planner. Plan your garden, manage livestock, and track meals and finances—all in one place!
Growing and Raising
Tend the soil, nurture animals, and reap the rewards from your land.
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Garden Journal
Get ready for a new gardening season with a 14-page Gardening Journal for 2024. It’ll help you organize,and track your gardening journey.
From Scratch Kitchen
Harvest, preserve, and savor. Good food, every season.
Natural Living
Cleaner choices, slower days, and remedies from the earth.