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An En”Tire” Day

March 31, 2014 Lisa

Saturday was a tire day.  We built a tire bike rack and got a good start on Ellie's birthday present.  It felt good to get some items off the "to-do" list. We also got a post in the ground for the pig pen.  Well, Bryan got the post in the ground.  I … [Read more...]

Family Life, Inexpensive Solutions

Life Without Power

February 14, 2014 Lisa

At 8:53 Wednesday morning, our power went out.  That was unexpected for sure!  All during our freezing cold weather and bad rain and wind storm, I kept thinking we'd be without electricity.  But it stayed on.  Until Wednesday morning.  A beautiful sunny … [Read more...]

Crafts, Family Life, Kids

Our First Major Farm Purchase!

February 8, 2014 Lisa

Ellie woke up this morning ready to go.  She's accompanying Daddy and Grandpa on a trip to Republic in the truck to pick up a beautiful red Dexter bull.  It's the first major purchase for the farm that we found and bought, and we're all excited!This is a yearling bull, … [Read more...]

Dexters, Family Life, Handmilking, Homesteading

My First Girl Haircut

January 29, 2014 Lisa

I've been cutting all of the male hair in this house for what seems like forever.  Just using clippers and keeping Bryan, Owen, and Jeffrey all trimmed up.  Simon will get his turn someday too.  As soon as he gets too much hair.But girl hair.  Nope--that … [Read more...]

Blessings, Family Life, Inexpensive Solutions, Kids

A 15 Step Farm Workout

January 9, 2014 Lisa

I woke up the other morning wondering why in the world my arms were hurting so much.  Then I realized that in addition to beginning the Couch 2 5 K program with my sister, I was also completing a 15 step farm workout.  Snow and ice has made everything more of a … [Read more...]

Animals, Family Life, Handmilking, Homesteading

The BEST Homemade Pizza Blog Tutorial Ever!

December 29, 2013 Lisa

A few years ago, my older sister and her husband gave us an amazing Christmas gift!  They created a blog for us about homemade pizza.  They created detailed instructions with illustrations the kids love. And as a bonus?It's super good pizza!  You should try … [Read more...]

Christmas Fun, Family Life, Recipe

Getting It All Done: Farm Chores–Winter

December 28, 2013 Lisa

After taking an extended break from the Getting It All Done series, I thought I'd add a new post.  Farm chores are essential here at Grouse Creek.  Here is how we get them done...Our Winter Farm Chores:Feed Sheep HayFeed Cows HayFeed Calves HayFeed Chickens ScrapsFeed … [Read more...]

Animals, Family Life, Getting It All Done, Handmilking, Homesteading, Routines

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Hi, I'm Lisa! I blog about large family life, living, and love here on Maggie's Milk. You'll find posts related to homeschooling, homesteading, and doing life as a large family.

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