There is something about fresh strawberries in the summertime that feels like childhood. These easy strawberry popsicles with milk, (in my case, raw milk) are sure to cool you down this summer! These Strawberry Milk Popsicles have become one …

The Self Sufficient Life You Desire

This podcast is a practical tool for your homesteading toolbelt. Each episode walks through the real numbers, systems, and decisions behind building a working homestead — not the aesthetic version, the functional one. We break down cost analyses, infrastructure planning, off-grid setups, livestock math, garden yields, land considerations, and whether an idea actually makes financial and logistical sense for your life.
If you’ve ever wondered “Could we really do this?” — this is where we run the numbers and find out. No hype. No fantasy. Just clear thinking, grounded strategy, and honest evaluation so you can build something stable, sustainable, and strong for your family.
For years, we believed we had found the farm we would stay on forever.
We built our off-grid home, raised our family, and poured our hearts into creating a life that felt deeply rooted. Leaving was never part of the plan.
But life has a way of surprising us. Or should I say, God LOL
In this episode, I’m sharing the full story behind our decision to sell our farm, move north to Manitoulin Island, and start over on a completely new property. I’ll talk about the challenges, the uncertainty, the excitement, and the lessons we’ve learned through one of the biggest transitions our family has ever faced.
If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re making the right decision, struggled to let go of a dream, or found yourself standing at the beginning of a new chapter, I hope this conversation encourages you!
Thank you for listening to A Lovely Place Called Home Podcast. If you enjoyed today’s episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review—it helps more people find the show.


There is something about fresh strawberries in the summertime that feels like childhood. These easy strawberry popsicles with milk, (in my case, raw milk) are sure to cool you down this summer! These Strawberry Milk Popsicles have become one …

Out here on the homestead, I watch firsthand how much fathers carry every single day — building, fixing, protecting, teaching, providing, and loving their families in a thousand ordinary ways that often go unnoticed. Some of my favourite moments are …

In this article How To Do Laundry Off Grid, we will look at all of the options I have tried during my time living this lifestyle. We will run through what works and what doesn't, and how you can set up your own system easily at home! One of …

Succession planting is one of the most practical ways to increase food production in a home garden without expanding your space. In this post; succession planting: how to grow more food we will break down what it is, how you can implement it into …

Spring brings a sense of momentum on the homestead. And my curiosity always peaks in the spring, making me want to learn new homesteading skills! Below is a comprehensive list showing you how to learn these 13 homestead skills, and they aren't just …

Farm & Food Production, Home-Centred Income ·
Today we’re breaking down what it looks like for someone starting an egg business and what you need to know. Whether your motivation is a small side hustle or something large enough up to bring a decent profit to the homestead. I'm also including a …

These uplifting Bible verses are perfect to share on mothers day! You can use these in a card, gift, or in spoken form. I'm also including adorable printable gift tags with verses on them as well! Proverbs 31:27 – “She looks well to the ways of …

Print off a stack of these beautiful printable family to do lists to help you and your family stay on track with chores and responsibilities! There are several to choose from, and all of them will bring a little bit of beauty into your day. What …

Living in an off-grid tiny house in the winter is unlike most things you will encounter in modern life. It's raw, untamed and wholesome. It can be glorious, being so close to the land God created during these months. But winter can also be a thief, …

Are you in a pinch and need baby wipes now? All you'll need are simple ingredients, a few kitchen tools, and about 10 minutes. Let me show you how to make baby wipes with only 3 ingredients! It took me a long time to jump on the DIY baby wipes …

This podcast is a practical tool for your homesteading toolbelt. Each episode walks through the real numbers, systems, and decisions behind building a working homestead — not the aesthetic version, the functional one. We break down cost analyses, infrastructure planning, off-grid setups, livestock math, garden yields, land considerations, and whether an idea actually makes financial and logistical sense for your life.
If you’ve ever wondered “Could we really do this?” — this is where we run the numbers and find out. No hype. No fantasy. Just clear thinking, grounded strategy, and honest evaluation so you can build something stable, sustainable, and strong for your family.
For years, we believed we had found the farm we would stay on forever.
We built our off-grid home, raised our family, and poured our hearts into creating a life that felt deeply rooted. Leaving was never part of the plan.
But life has a way of surprising us. Or should I say, God LOL
In this episode, I’m sharing the full story behind our decision to sell our farm, move north to Manitoulin Island, and start over on a completely new property. I’ll talk about the challenges, the uncertainty, the excitement, and the lessons we’ve learned through one of the biggest transitions our family has ever faced.
If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re making the right decision, struggled to let go of a dream, or found yourself standing at the beginning of a new chapter, I hope this conversation encourages you!
Thank you for listening to A Lovely Place Called Home Podcast. If you enjoyed today’s episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review—it helps more people find the show.
