The Homestead Kings

Frugality and homesteading really go hand in hand. We talk through some of the places we've found on the homestead where being frugal was necessary and effective. Whether it be reusing a structure or thinking through a project when funds were tight, being creative and working hard can help you attain your goals even if you can't have the "dream" version of them.

Full disclosure: We don't touch on animal feed in regards to being frugal because we bring in most of all of our animals' feed. We'd love for that to change one day, but for now, we are grateful for local feed stores and our hay farmer.

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P & I sit down to talk all about milking the goats. We talk through dehorning the kids, banding the buckling, how we go about milking, or rather how Arthur goes about milking, and how we handle the milk once it reaches the kitchen. Getting milk from our goats has been a two-year deal, so what's the verdict? Is goat's milk better or worse than cow's milk?

This is by no means an exhaustive information session, but we enjoyed sitting down for a quick chat about our newest endeavor. We hope you enjoy the conversation too! Arthur and I will try to do another, more educational podcast about goat's milk in the future when we have more experience under our belt, but if you have any questions, feel free to reach out!

As always, thank you for joining us!

Website: www.thehomesteadkings.com

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P was 'practicing" her own podcast this morning when she asked if she could be a guest on our homesteading podcast because she had a lot to say. She certainly does have A LOT to say! She's our little chattering bird. It's when she goes quiet sometimes that we know something's up. Join P and I as we babble about how to handle geese as a 4-year-old, our garden, what homesteading school looks like complete with a made-up Italian potty song, and what she thought about witnessing animal births for the first time on the farm. Out of the mouth of babes!

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"To farmers everywhere, faithful stewards of God's creation and coworkers with Christ, who feed the world and help to renew the face of the earth." - Andie Andrews Eisenberg

I so enjoyed talking with Andie about her latest book 'Farming and Homesteading with the Saints'! Andie "presents a faith-filled treasury of Catholic holy men and women connected to agriculture, animals, and rural life." We LOVE her book in our home, and it's quickly becoming engrained into our homesteading daily life. It was an honor to interview Andie, and we hope you enjoy it too!

Farming & Homesteading with the Saints: https://www.catholiccompany.com/farming-and-homesteading-with-the-saints/

https://www.facebook.com/andieandrewsauthor/

https://www.loyolapress.com/authors/andie-andrews-eisenberg/

https://www.andieandrewsbooks.com/books?fbclid=IwAR0wNfyQMPxxCsO28aTczUccbI75aMnTFN15M5A9KSFL1cMEvo5Os0fMzEM

https://www.allsaintsvalaisblacknosesheep.com/

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I had the best time learning all about dairy sheep with Rachel Hester from Whoopsy Daisy Farm! Rachel and her husband live on an 8-acre homestead in Kentucky and go against conventional sheep stereotypes by not only using their milk to make homemade soap but also to drink! Join us and learn how sheep's milk revolutionized Rachel and her family's health and what led to Rachel turning her knowledge into a published book to help others start their own homestead sheep dairy journey!

Whoopsy Daisy Farm Website: https://www.whoopsydaisyfarm.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whoopsydaisyfarm

Rachel's Book- The Guide to Homestead Dairy Sheep: https://sawdustpublishing.com/product/the-guide-to-homestead-dairy-sheep/

Pat Coleby Book List:

https://www.thriftbooks.com/browse/?b.search=pat%20colbey#b.s=mostPopular-desc&b.p=1&b.pp=30&b.oos&b.tile

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Home libraries aren't just for the fanciful. They are a beautiful addition to your life aesthetically and intellectually. Get ready because today we dive into this a little bit more! Below are the links to some of the books mentioned and some that are not.

As always, thank you for listening! We're so glad you're here!

Homesteading Books:

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/polyface-micro--success-with-livestock-on-a-homestead-scale/34459709/?resultid=d941ec5f-991c-4954-9fa8-04772829cb02#edition=61306031&idiq=50429623

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/folks-this-aint-normal-a-farmers-advice-for-happier-hens-healthier-people-and-a-better-world_joel-salatin/316355/#edition=7042120&idiq=10233282

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/nourishing-traditions--the-cookbook-that-challenges-politically-correct-nutrition-and-the-diet-dictocrats_sally-fallon/249546/#edition=2300032&idiq=2487116

Motherhood/Homemaking Books:

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/for-the-childrens-sake-foundations-of-education-for-home-and-school-child-life-book_susan-schaeffer-macaulay/270326/#edition=1744843&idiq=2338787

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/seasons-of-a-mothers-heart-heart-to-heart-encouragement-for-homeschooling-moms_sally-clarkson/36887797/#edition=64787278&idiq=53301755

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/mother-culture_karen-andreola/24874270/#edition=26593308

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/mere-motherhood--morning-times-nursery-rhymes-and-my-journey-toward-sanctification/11613694/#isbn=0986325740&edition=11189918

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/what-is-a-family_edith-schaeffer/272290/#edition=1537219&idiq=3199297

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-hidden-art-of-homemaking_edith-schaeffer/253540/#edition=1823465&idiq=10384989

Enjoyable Reads:

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/roxaboxen_alice-mclerran/331707/?resultid=f39fc8ed-1475-4eca-b798-c989b811b318#edition=6145167&idiq=4081990

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/my-family-and-other-animals_gerald-durrell/258968/#edition=2347436&idiq=13096330

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/my-grandfathers-son_clarence-thomas/287314/#edition=4254015&idiq=3475586

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/creature-grandi-e-piccole_james-herriot/21530060/#edition=2360075&idiq=5945145

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/ox-cart-man-by-donald-hall/308554/#edition=2564985&idiq=4627384

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-bronze-bow-by-elizabeth-george-speare/248864/?resultid=ce4b02fc-3312-47d9-9604-6b569fd7504b#edition=2385102&idiq=3368921

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/johnny-tremain_esther-forbes/250074/?resultid=f98c8538-ebe0-4887-aa4a-5ec860391978#edition=20112903&idiq=32803236

Catholic / Faith-Based Books:

- https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/a-philadelphia-catholic-in-king-jamess-court_martin-deporres-kennedy/284483/#edition=2295727&idiq=10177029

- https://tanbooks.com/products/books/saint-monica-332-387-model-of-christian-mothers/

- https://tanbooks.com/products/books/marry-him-and-be-submissive/

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Rarely do dads share what pregnancy and the newborn chapter mean for them. Arthur goes into logistical details and what was running through his mind while also tackling and managing the homestead.

We've been away for a few months so towards the end, we give some updates from the homestead like- do foxes stalk cats? are geese good hatchers? did we need another kitten?

Blog: www.thehomesteadkings.com

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As we finished up our latest pregnancy, we wanted to make sure we got out this podcast while it's all still fresh in our minds. Being pregnant on the homestead has its challenges, but with some real expectations and a few practical tips, it's also a miraculous time to relish in and enjoy! 

As always, thank you for joining us!

Blog: www.thehomesteadkings.com

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We are finally breaching the all-too-common homesteading topic of backyard chickens, and there's a good reason why! Since 2020, soaring egg prices and shortages have continued to be a normal part of your average grocery store visit. Whether or not you should have backyard chickens has become a real question to any household that consumes a fair amount of eggs. We run through why or why not you may want chickens, how to raise and care for them, what they need, whether they are worth it, whether they could fit your lifestyle, and more! 

As always, thank you for joining us! 

Blog: www.thehomesteadkings.com

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Homemakers are always learning new techniques and skills and are always trying new things or maintaining old ones. There is absolutely no shame in homemaking. It is a life of service showing others how much they matter. Homemakers deeply love, wholeheartedly care, and graciously accept their role. They are productive, contributing members of their households, their families, and their comfort and happiness, are a homemaker's number one priority. Homemaker is one of the most honorary titles you can have. Anyone can live in and manage a house. Not everyone can make a house a home, so what makes a homemaker?  

Blog: https://thehomesteadkings.com/2018/06/15/what-makes-a-homemaker/ 

• The Hidden Art Of Homemaking: https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-hidden-art-of-homemaking_edith-schaeffer/253540/?resultid=8f9792dd-e8cf-4c2e-93b4-92b13986973a#edition=1823465&idiq=3183021 
• What Is A Family?: https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/what-is-a-family_edith-schaeffer/272290/?resultid=8992c007-5908-4be6-92bd-49803fd058d7#edition=1908851&idiq=2715527 
• Sally Clarkson books: https://www.thriftbooks.com/browse/?b.search=sally%20clarkson#b.s=mostPopular-desc&b.p=1&b.pp=30&b.oos&b.tile 
• Father Mike's Talk On Marriage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0XTTXg--4M 

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“Live in each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit, and resign yourself to the influence of the earth.” ― Henry David Thoreau

When you choose to live in harmony with the seasons, other opportunities present themselves, and some might surprise you. We talk practical how-tos for living seasonally as well as some "whys." 

Challenge yourself to live more seasonally, whether or not you live on a homestead. Embrace the current season and let it influence you for the better. 

Blog: www.thehomesteadkings.com

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It’s common knowledge that homesteading takes a lot of work. We’ve all chosen this life so we love said work. However, when you’re looking to go on vacation, finding others comfortable and willing to do our daily chores can be a difficult task. So, what attributes should you look for in a house/pet/livestock/poultry sitter?

As always, thank you for joining us! We're so glad you're here.

What To Look For In A Homestead-Sitter: https://thehomesteadkings.com/2018/02/05/what-to-look-for-in-a-homestead-sitter/

Blog: www.thehomesteadkings.com

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If you have close neighbors to your homestead, then you’ve probably heard some complaints… so have we. Luckily, we do also have some neighbors who love the homestead sights, sounds, and smells. You may not have as many direct neighbors as we do, but it is possible to have a homestead with neighbors close by, no matter the number. 

We'd love to hear your stories! What do you do to keep the peace with your neighbors? What are your cringe-worthy neighbor encounters? 

Blog post: https://thehomesteadkings.com/2018/03/12/homesteading-when-you-have-close-neighbors/

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We came up with FIVE super important things to keep in mind as you homestead, renovate, or project alongside your spouse. Join us as we talk homesteading as a couple. 

As always, thank you for joining us! We're so glad you're here.

Blog: www.thehomesteadkings.com

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It's a good question. Should you make your homesteading venture a business or just let it be a part of your life without bringing any money in? There are a few things to consider before taking the plunge into a homesteading business, and it may not be for everyone. We talk boundaries we've implemented for our homesteading business, how and why we chose to approach it the way we do, and other important pros/cons to think about. 

As always, thank you for joining us! We're so glad you're here.

Homesteading Whys podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehomesteadkings/episodes/Whats-Your-Why--Uncovering-Your-Homesteading-Why-e1fspnj

Blog: www.thehomesteadkings.com

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What does having a child(ren) on the homestead look like? It doesn't have to be a world of chaos and checking boxes. With a little structure and presence of mind, it can be a beautiful, quiet growing time rooted in God, nature, and family fellowship. 

Who was Charlotte Mason? https://amblesideonline.org/cm-intro

The “What Are You Going To Do When You Have Kids?” Question… : https://thehomesteadkings.com/2018/01/22/the-what-are-you-going-to-do-when-you-have-kids-question/

Homesteading With An Infant: https://thehomesteadkings.com/2019/10/14/homesteading-with-an-infant/

Homesteading With A Toddler: https://thehomesteadkings.com/2020/11/13/homesteading-with-a-toddler/

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In a culture where being a devoted wife isn't the norm, let's strive to lift our husbands up, honor and respect them, and have gratitude for the roles they play in our lives. 

Blog post: https://thehomesteadkings.com/2018/07/06/why-im-honored-to-be-a-devoted-wife/

Website: www.thehomesteadkings.com

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“Hey! I’ve heard you have [insert animal]. My [insert family member, friend, acquaintance] loves [said animal]! We’ll have to come by your house and see them.”

Uh, why? Do you know how caught off guard I am when someone says this to me? It’s usually at some social function and said by people we barely know or converse with. How are we even supposed to respond? You just invited yourself and guests to our house, uninvited. Can we now invite our family, friends, and ourselves to your house in return? Is this real life? It is on the homestead. We typically employ one of these tactics in response.

BLOG: https://thehomesteadkings.com/2018/03/16/how-to-respond-when-someone-invites-themselves-to-your-homestead/

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What do income properties have to do with homesteading? As much or as little as you want! Agrotourism is a booming business right now, and maybe you have a little spot you could make a rental on your homestead or farm. Or maybe you'd like to build your passive income to fund your homesteading life with offsite properties. Income properties can be fantastic long-term tools to build wealth if done correctly. We talk about what we've learned about our long-term income property compared to our short-term property, the pros and cons of each, and how to design and set them up for success. It's a long one, but we unpackage all of the rental market's challenges, fun, and more so pause and take breaks if you need to! You won't want to miss a minute. Well... maybe the minute we talk about a nudist colony. But other than, that... As always, thank you for listening, and we hope you enjoy! 

Our Vacation Rental: https://www.airbnb.com/h/great-athens-georgia-apartment-1-mile-to-uga 

Blog: www.thehomesteadkings.com 

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Yes ma’am. Yes sir. No ma’am. No sir. Ma’am? Sir? Children in the South are still taught these to this very day though it appears that it is starting to wane. Is it offensive or a sign of respect? So, why do Southerners say Sir & Ma'am? We dive into why we use these terms, why we are teaching our child to say them, and whether or not we think they are relevant to today's world.  

As always, thank you for joining us! We're so glad you're here. 

Blog Post: https://thehomesteadkings.com/2018/05/28/why-do-southerners-say-maam-sir/ 

Website: www.thehomesteadkings.com 

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Dani Mason of Noble Acre sat down with us to talk all things edible. Her Instagram is chocked full of beauty. Her raised beds are prolific. Her greenhouse is straight out of a fairytale, and her chicken coop is just adorable! We talk her plant business goals, her garden goals, seed starting to harvesting and what to do with your harvests! I learned so much from Dani, and I know you will too! As always, we hope you enjoy & thank you for listening!    

Noble Acre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noble_acre/   

Moonlight Artifacts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonlight_artifacts/ 

Seed Starting Mix: 75% potting soil, 12.5% pearlite and 12.5% coco coir 

Mentioned:   

- Wardee / Traditional Cooking School https://traditionalcookingschool.com/  

- Joshua Weissman https://www.joshuaweissman.com/  

- Noma Guide https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/37590384-foundations-of-flavor  

- Greenhouse Works https://www.greenhousemegastore.com/  

- Bootstrap Farmer https://www.bootstrapfarmer.com/  

- The Elliott Homestead: https://theelliotthomestead.com/2020/08/preserved-tomatoes-in-olive-oil/  

- Justin Rhodes Video with Joel Salatin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3GXb1AedUo   

Blog: www.thehomesteadkings.com   

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Let's talk about... Budgeting. Are you thinking, "that's a big topic for episode three...?" Well, so are we! But, it's a topic that's super important in the homesteading world. How do you afford land? How do you afford animals? How do you afford to live? We'll dive into the topic of Homestead Businesses another time, but this episode is all about how to structure your monthly budget and how to save up for those big purchases or that "oh sh*t!" fund! So, come and join us for the money talk, the homestead version.  

www.thehomesteadkings.com  

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Sure! We're the Kings, but what does that mean? Learn how we got to be homesteaders and why we have chosen this life. 

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We are so excited to enter into the podcast world and can't wait to share all things homesteading with you! We're soaking in every bit of this simpler life, and you can too! 

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