Posted in Urban Homesteader
I've been a bit torn about living the Urban Homestead life. On on hand, I know this is where my family is supposed to be and I do like our new home. Yet, on the other hand, there are my own little hopes, plans and dreams of that perfect homestead with the gardens, chickens, goats and other good things that an apartment does not facilitate.
I've decided that I will focus not on what I can't do here in our apartment, but what I can do to live simply and well.
Here are a few things I've come up with so far:
1. I can grind my own grain and make my own bread and other goodies. I just ordered a grain mill this week- a present from my husband. Yea!
2. I can container garden and grow greens for salads, herbs and even some flowers just because I love them!
3. I can make cheese, yogurt, buttermilk, kefir, etc.
4. I can purchase goat's milk from a local source. We still get the health benefits, plus we will be supporting someone else's cottage business.
5. I can purchase free range eggs and organic veggies from the farmer's market or other local source. More support for local farmers and homesteaders.
6. I can continue to study and learn about the things I love and share them with others; things such as herbs, gardening, cooking healthy meals, etc.
I'm sure there are many other things that I will think of as the days go by. I'll keep you updated!
