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May 18, 2010
We always enjoy receiving the shipment of ollas not only does these clay pot work in the garden to conserve water but because we can “go shopping.”
How’s that – you wearing “jugs?” Nope, but this shopping is the ultimate “going thriftin’” experience!
May 9, 2010
“Red Heads” we gals show off our aprons and the now growing “red” cabbages from the garden
Awhile back I posted about our urban homestead wardrobe and how aprons ( our “domestic armor”) were vital apparel. Not only are the feminine but they help with the dirty work that needs to be done here on the [...]
December 11, 2009
A reader commented recently that she was inspired by LHITC to purchase her first apron – that’s great!
An urban homesteaders wardrobe is not complete without aprons (ok, I am speaking for us females!)
There’s something about aprons that really evoke a true pioneer urban homesteading spirit.
Aprons are very “eco conscious” if you think about it. In [...]
March 31, 2008
The other day I was thinking “I really need shoes” The simple “Mary Jane” kind to wear when I have to put on a “posh frock” (referencing my all time favorite TV ‘Urban Homesteader’ — Barbara Good) And that got me to thinking “when was the last time I actually went the store — [...]
October 22, 2007
by Anais in Clothing, Energy, Garden, Homestead, Kitchen, News, Posts by Anais, Powering Down, Simple Living, Weather
Guerrilla farmer in an urban jungle
Urban Camo
If you have noticed, in many photos taken of urban farmer, Justin, he’s wearing camouflaged pants and shirts. It’s not that he has eyes on the latest fashion (what’s in style anyway) or that he’s joined some underground militia movement. We can’t afford organic hemp or cotton clothes, [...]
May 8, 2006
by Anais in Barnyard, Clothing, Community, Garden, Goats, Highlights, Homestead, Market Gardening, Menu Planning, News, Posts by Anais, Simple Living
Before having to arrive at the film screening (see Sunday’s post/photo below) we had a couple of friends over for a homemade ( and almost local ) “Spanish” meal of rice and beans. We were able to harvest most of “toppings” from our garden (cilantro, onions, lettuce), our neighbor’s lemon tree (lemonade), or local avocados [...]
October 2, 2005
by Anais in Clothing, Earthen (Cob) Oven, Highlights, Homebrew Biodiesel, Homestead, Kitchen, News, Posts by Anais, Simple Living, Solar Oven, Transportation, Weather
Early this morning (4:50 am) we were all jolted wide away by a massive explosion that was scarily close by.
Justin ran to the backyard to see a huge pillar of black smoke coming from the what looked to be either the freeway or private school that’s right behind our house. As we scrambled around for [...]
July 20, 2005
by Anais in Barnyard, Clothing, Garden, Homestead, Natural Pest Management, News, Posts by Anais, Rabbits, Simple Living, Updates, Weather
Summer blessings
Urgh, it’s sooo muggy! We want our “dry heat” back!
The garden is growing and growing, keeping everyone busy. New crops going in, old ones going out. and harvesting of summer crops. New crops are ripening each week — apples and limas are the latest to come into production. The kitchen counter is overflowing with [...]
December 12, 2003
It’s quite chilly this morning and there’s a dusting of light frost on the ground so JC will be out hosing the plants when the sun peeks up over the horizon.
JC harvested another 3 pounds of tomatoes yesterday! The snow peas and radishes are almost in peak production and are a welcome addition to our [...]
August 6, 2002
Old root beer advertisement
We “made” {*wink*} our own root beer from a kit. It’s surprisingly easy to make and really delicious! And tastes soooo much better than the sugary gunk sold in the stores. You can check out our HOME BREW link page for additional links.
What’s real disappointing and downright pathetic, is the pepper [...]
