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Memorial Day weekend is a time of hope and reflection, a time when we honor those who've given so much. For farm moms, juggling the myriad responsibilities of farm life, financial hurdles, and family nurturing, this weekend can also be a precious chance to breathe and create moments of joy with your loved ones. Here are ten low-cost tips to help you lower stress and enjoy this Memorial Day weekend.
1. Cherish Simple Pleasures
Plan activities that are simple yet deeply fulfilling. Consider a family picnic on your land, celebrating the fruits of your hard work. A leisurely walk through your fields or pastures can also be incredibly rejuvenating, offering both physical and emotional refreshment with minimal planning.
2. Effortless Meal Prepping
Lean on the abundance of your garden for meals this weekend. Prepare some dishes ahead of time to minimize kitchen hours. Inviting your children to join in meal prep can transform it into an enjoyable learning experience and a source of precious memories.
3. Welcome Flexibility
Give yourself the grace of flexibility. If plans shift, welcome the change with open arms. This adaptability can transform potential stressors into unexpected joys, making the weekend more memorable.
4. Foster a Sanctuary
Take a moment to declutter and create tranquil spaces within your home. A clutter free space, perhaps with some calming music in the background, can significantly enhance your family's relaxation and your own.
5. Personal Quiet Time
It's vital to carve out time for yourself. Whether you pray, meditation, or simply enjoy a cup of tea in silence, these moments of personal peace are rejuvenating. They remind you of your strength and resilience amidst life's storms and give you a reset to the day.
6. Community Connections
Explore local Memorial Day events that offer a chance to connect with your community without straining your budget. Alternatively, a small get-together at your home can provide a comforting sense of belonging and support. For an extra bonus, make the gathering a potluck and share the cooking load.
7. Reflection and Goal Setting
Use this weekend as an opportunity to reflect on your blessings and the progress you've made on the farm. Setting small, achievable goals for the coming months can offer a clear path forward, instilling a sense of hope and purpose.
8. Family Teamwork
Involving your family in farm chores not only lightens your load but also cultivates a spirit of responsibility and unity. Working together can transform chores into enjoyable activities, fostering a supportive family environment.
9. Nature’s Therapy
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of your farm. The fresh air, sunlight, and serene landscapes are nature's way of healing and reducing stress. These moments in nature can be profoundly calming and grounding.
10. Savor the Moment
Finally, find joy in the little things - the laughter of your children, the quiet of dawn, or the satisfaction of a day’s work well done. These are the moments that build a life of contentment and peace.
This Memorial Day weekend, give yourself permission to pause and rejuvenate. Remember, self-care is not selfish; it's essential. By adopting these tips, you can create a weekend that's not just about survival, but about thriving and making precious memories with those you hold dear.
Craving connection with women who truly understand your journey? Join the FREE Thriving Through Farm Distress: Wive's Support Network on Facebook for a community of strength, wisdom, and encouragement.
Wanting a community to lean into? Join the FREE Thriving Through Farm Distress: Wife’s Support Network! In our community, we embrace the challenges of farm life and provide a supportive space for wives facing the complexities of managing a family farm. Whether you're navigating financial pressures, day-to-day operations, or seeking ways to create a thriving home, we're here for you. Explore gardening tips for cultivating your own oasis, share insights on animal care, and discover practical family budgeting strategies. Together, let's grow through challenges, flourish authentically, and sow the seeds for a resilient and thriving farm life. Join us on this journey of resilience and abundance!
As I've grown in my journey as an entrepreneur, mom, gardener, and livestock owner, I struggled to find a planner that met my needs and kept me organized. So, I MADE MY OWN. You can look at it on the link below and buy it on amazon below.
Don't want the whole calendar part? I got you! I pulled the gardening and animal care pages out and put them in a book all their own.
Starting to garden doesn't have to be hard! I gathered all the tips I've learned over my gardening learning curve and made them into a simple course to jump start your gardening your life.
Supporting Your Family Naturally from the Inside Out community!! This community is for Mommas, looking to Support Your Family from Nature for Wellness. Tips range from nutrition, herbals, detoxing, natural cleaning, and essential oils. Basically, all the things I’ve learned slowly over the past 5+ years of my journey. We have moved off Facebook, to better serve our community and be able to discuss openly options for providing for your family in the best way possible.
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I've had 3 very different pregnancies. After the first traumatic birth, I learned better and how to care for my body naturally and prevent common pregnancy and birth problems before they arise. This quick course will get you the tools you need to have a naturally healthy pregnancy, labor, and delivery. My first pregnancy I had a normal western medicine all the things pregnancy. My second? I flipped to completely natural, no medicine. Bonus: Preventing Preeclampsia Without the Aspirin & Healing from Birth Trauma
In the heart of every farm, amidst the whir of machinery and the rhythm of the seasons, there lies a steadfast presence of the farm wife and mom. Juggling the demands of the farm with the needs of a family can sometimes feel like navigating a ship through a stormy sea. It's a role that brings immense joy and fulfillment, but not without its share of challenges and moments of overwhelm.
Dear farm mom, here are ten gentle strategies designed to weave tranquility into the fabric of your daily life, ensuring that amidst the chaos, your well-being remains a lighthouse guiding the way and keeping everything together.
1. The Rhythm of Routine
Find solace in the rhythm of routine. A structured day lends a sense of predictability and control, creating calm in the chaos. Even if the timetable shifts with the seasons, a flexible pattern for chores, family time, and self-care can be your anchor.
2. The Sanctuary of Self-Care
Carve out time for yourself daily, even if it's just a few moments to breathe deeply under the open sky, savor a cup of tea in silence, or pray while locked in the bathroom. These acts of self-care are not indulgences but necessities, replenishing your spirit so you can care for others.
3. The Strength in Asking
Remember, it's a sign of strength, not weakness, to ask for help. Whether it's dividing chores among the family or seeking outside assistance, sharing the load allows you to breathe easier and focus on what truly matters. Teach your kids to do easy chores. They won’t be done the way you do it, but at least it’s done.
4. The Gift of Gratitude
In the quiet of dawn or the stillness of dusk, reflect on the blessings big and small. A gratitude journal can be a powerful tool, turning thoughts towards the abundance in your life and cultivating a heart full of thankfulness, even in times of scarcity.
5. The Power of Boundaries
It's okay to say no. Guarding your time and energy is crucial for maintaining balance. By setting clear boundaries, you give yourself the space to flourish, both as a caregiver and as an individual. Your kids don’t need 10 different activities, they need a calm and present mom.
6. The Connection of Community
You are not alone. Reach out to fellow farm wives & moms or local support groups. In sharing your stories and struggles, you'll find a community that uplifts and understands, reminding you of the shared joy and resilience in your chosen path.
7. The Simplicity of Streamlining
Seek simplicity. Look for ways to streamline your daily tasks, from meal prep to farm management. This pursuit of efficiency can transform overwhelming lists into manageable tasks, leaving room for joy and spontaneity.
8. The Calm of Mindfulness
Incorporate moments of mindfulness into your day. Whether through deep breathing, tapping meditation, or simply taking a moment to watch the sun rise, these practices can ground you, bringing peace to a busy mind.
9. The Creativity of Finances
Explore innovative ways to manage your budget. From bartering goods and services to growing your own food, each creative solution is a step towards financial peace and food security.
10. The Joy in Small Victories
Celebrate every success, no matter how small. Each step forward, whether in your personal growth or in the thriving of your farm, is a testament to your resilience and hard work.
Farm momma, remember, in the midst of toil and care, there is beauty and immense value in what you do. By weaving these threads of peace and self-care into your daily life, you not only nurture your family and farm but also your own heart. Here’s to finding serenity on your farmstead and recognizing the extraordinary within the ordinary days.
For more support and encouragement join the Free Thriving Through Farm Distress: Wife’s Support Network on Facebook linked below.
Wanting a community to lean into? Join the FREE Thriving Through Farm Distress: Wife’s Support Network! In our community, we embrace the challenges of farm life and provide a supportive space for wives facing the complexities of managing a family farm. Whether you're navigating financial pressures, day-to-day operations, or seeking ways to create a thriving home, we're here for you. Explore gardening tips for cultivating your own oasis, share insights on animal care, and discover practical family budgeting strategies. Together, let's grow through challenges, flourish authentically, and sow the seeds for a resilient and thriving farm life. Join us on this journey of resilience and abundance!
As I've grown in my journey as an entrepreneur, mom, gardener, and livestock owner, I struggled to find a planner that met my needs and kept me organized. So, I MADE MY OWN. You can look at it on the link below and buy it on amazon below.
Don't want the whole calendar part? I got you! I pulled the gardening and animal care pages out and put them in a book all their own.
Starting to garden doesn't have to be hard! I gathered all the tips I've learned over my gardening learning curve and made them into a simple course to jump start your gardening your life.
Supporting Your Family Naturally from the Inside Out community!! This community is for Mommas, looking to Support Your Family from Nature for Wellness. Tips range from nutrition, herbals, detoxing, natural cleaning, and essential oils. Basically, all the things I’ve learned slowly over the past 5+ years of my journey. We have moved off Facebook, to better serve our community and be able to discuss openly options for providing for your family in the best way possible.
Join the FREE Community
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I've had 3 very different pregnancies. After the first traumatic birth, I learned better and how to care for my body naturally and prevent common pregnancy and birth problems before they arise. This quick course will get you the tools you need to have a naturally healthy pregnancy, labor, and delivery. My first pregnancy I had a normal western medicine all the things pregnancy. My second? I flipped to completely natural, no medicine. Bonus: Preventing Preeclampsia Without the Aspirin & Healing from Birth Trauma
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When you finally settle down and decide to put your roots down, it’s hard to even consider moving. Farm family roots run even deeper. When a family’s been in the same place for more than 100 years, it seems impossible to ever want to move. Then there are all the questions of what would happen to the farmstead.
What could even make a family consider uprooting their 100-year deep roots? Years of stress, a farm in distress, and looking down the loaded gun of bankruptcy.
There’s the cost of actually moving. Finding a place, land, building if needed. Changing your business plan or starting over completely with a new business. The logistics are really the easy part when you have family and friends with trucks and trailers.
Then there is the internal battle. All the memories you have where you are. All the friends, family, and support you have where you are. Those are the reasons to stay. Those are the pieces, the people, you can’t take all of them with you. But there is the hope of something better someplace else. The allure of starting over someplace new and building from the ground up. Building correctly.
Even then it’s not easy and sometimes you’re not on the same page as your spouse. One is ready to downsize, pack up and move. The other still rooted to the ground.
What do you do? How do you move together back to alignment?
You pray. Pray for guidance. Pray for God's will. Pray that He would move your hearts and desires to align with His plan. Regardless of if that is staying or moving.
Going through farm crisis is hard. Going through it alone even harder. Join the Free Thriving Through Farm Distress: Wife’s Support Network on Facebook.
Wanting a community to lean into? Join the FREE Thriving Through Farm Distress: Wife’s Support Network! In our community, we embrace the challenges of farm life and provide a supportive space for wives facing the complexities of managing a family farm. Whether you're navigating financial pressures, day-to-day operations, or seeking ways to create a thriving home, we're here for you. Explore gardening tips for cultivating your own oasis, share insights on animal care, and discover practical family budgeting strategies. Together, let's grow through challenges, flourish authentically, and sow the seeds for a resilient and thriving farm life. Join us on this journey of resilience and abundance!
As I've grown in my journey as an entrepreneur, mom, gardener, and livestock owner, I struggled to find a planner that met my needs and kept me organized. So, I MADE MY OWN. You can look at it on the link below and buy it on amazon below.
Don't want the whole calendar part? I got you! I pulled the gardening and animal care pages out and put them in a book all their own.
Starting to garden doesn't have to be hard! I gathered all the tips I've learned over my gardening learning curve and made them into a simple course to jump start your gardening your life.
Supporting Your Family Naturally from the Inside Out community!! This community is for Mommas, looking to Support Your Family from Nature for Wellness. Tips range from nutrition, herbals, detoxing, natural cleaning, and essential oils. Basically, all the things I’ve learned slowly over the past 5+ years of my journey. We have moved off Facebook, to better serve our community and be able to discuss openly options for providing for your family in the best way possible.
Join the FREE Community
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I've had 3 very different pregnancies. After the first traumatic birth, I learned better and how to care for my body naturally and prevent common pregnancy and birth problems before they arise. This quick course will get you the tools you need to have a naturally healthy pregnancy, labor, and delivery. My first pregnancy I had a normal western medicine all the things pregnancy. My second? I flipped to completely natural, no medicine. Bonus: Preventing Preeclampsia Without the Aspirin & Healing from Birth Trauma
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In the serene chaos that is farm life, where the dawn greets you with its cool touch and the earth calls for your tender care, lies a dance of balancing acts that many don't see — the quiet hum of managing a farm as both a nurturing home and a demanding business. For young moms tasked with the love of her family and the stewardship of the land, this dance can sometimes feel more like a frantic juggle.
Crafting Dreams into Plans
The first steps on this path start with dreams; dreams that are as wide as the open fields and as detailed as the seeds we plant. These dreams then need to be carefully, lovingly crafted into clear goals. Sit at a kitchen table as dawn breaks and list not just the need for profit, but every hope and dream for your life, and the legacy you wish to leave. It's about knowing where you want to go, not just for the season, but for many seasons to come.
Navigating Through Lean Times
Money – the word alone can make one tighten up inside, especially when resources are more like trickles than streams. Yet, it's through wise budgeting, tracking every drop of income and spotting where each grain of expense falls, that we find ways to channel these trickles into nourishing rivers. Picture, if you will, a wall by the desk, with the budget clearly listed, reminding us of where to be cautious of overflowing expenses and where to be courageous in projects that are working well.
The Blend of Old and New
In this age, where technology is as common as the soil we till, we find solace and strength in digital tools designed to lighten our load. Farm management software becomes less of a foreign concept and more of a familiar friend, helping us track, plan, and maintain with efficiency. Yet, technology also means simple innovations at home — sticky notes for fleeting thoughts, and those hanging folders by the desk, a tangible symbol of our endeavor to blend tradition with progress.
The Art of Order
Amid the endless tasks, there lies an intricate art of staying organized, a skill that transforms overwhelming tides into manageable tasks. It involves keeping vital documents not just filed, but filed with intention. I learned this the hard way, mistaking an FSA document for an insurance paper, I'm not even sure how. It's about creating a system, like a map, that guides you back to any piece of information when you need it the most, thereby crafting a sanctuary of calm in the potential storm of paperwork.
Shared Loads; Shared Lives
This journey is far from solitary. It is shared with our husbands, children, parents, and every soul who touches our farm. Delegating doesn't just lighten the load; it weaves us closer together, building a tapestry of shared dreams and shared labor. Each person brings their unique strength, turning daunting tasks into opportunities for connection and growth.
The Ever-Learning Farmer
As the world around us ebbs and flows, so too must our knowledge. The land teaches us the value of continuous learning — from workshops, from neighbors, and from every success and setback. It's this humility and hunger for knowledge that keep the heart of the farm beating strong, ready to adapt and flourish.
In wrapping up this heart-to-heart, I hope you see that managing a farm's business side isn't just about balance sheets and productivity software. It's about crafting a life that's as rich and fulfilling as the soil we nurture. Together, with patience, perseverance, and a dash of creativity, we can transform our farms into homes of abundance and havens of peace. Here's to the dance of farm life — may we all find our rhythm.
Wanting a community to lean into? Join the FREE Thriving Through Farm Loss: Wife’s Support Network! In our community, we embrace the challenges of farm life and provide a supportive space for wives facing the complexities of managing a family farm. Whether you're navigating financial pressures, day-to-day operations, or seeking ways to create a thriving home, we're here for you. Explore gardening tips for cultivating your own oasis, share insights on animal care, and discover practical family budgeting strategies. Together, let's grow through challenges, flourish authentically, and sow the seeds for a resilient and thriving farm life. Join us on this journey of resilience and abundance!
As I've grown in my journey as an entrepreneur, mom, gardener, and livestock owner, I struggled to find a planner that met my needs and kept me organized. So, I MADE MY OWN. You can look at it on the link below and buy it on amazon below.
Don't want the whole calendar part? I got you! I pulled the gardening and animal care pages out and put them in a book all their own.
Starting to garden doesn't have to be hard! I gathered all the tips I've learned over my gardening learning curve and made them into a simple course to jump start your gardening your life.
Supporting Your Family Naturally from the Inside Out community!! This community is for Mommas, looking to Support Your Family from Nature for Wellness. Tips range from nutrition, herbals, detoxing, natural cleaning, and essential oils. Basically, all the things I’ve learned slowly over the past 5+ years of my journey. We have moved off Facebook, to better serve our community and be able to discuss openly options for providing for your family in the best way possible.
Join the FREE Community
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I've had 3 very different pregnancies. After the first traumatic birth, I learned better and how to care for my body naturally and prevent common pregnancy and birth problems before they arise. This quick course will get you the tools you need to have a naturally healthy pregnancy, labor, and delivery. My first pregnancy I had a normal western medicine all the things pregnancy. My second? I flipped to completely natural, no medicine. Bonus: Preventing Preeclampsia Without the Aspirin & Healing from Birth Trauma
This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a commission if you make a purchase using these links, with NO additional cost to you.
Fostering a nurturing home in the midst of farm life can be a beacon of tranquility in a sea of unending tasks. It's often in the smallest of rituals where warmth flourishes – be it nightly dinners under the soft glow of the kitchen lights or wandering alongside the fields as the day gives way to a cool evening breeze. These acts are the threads that weave the fabric of a close-knit family, reinforcing unity and shared values in simple yet profound ways.
In creating a haven on the farm, every action must be steeped in conscious intention. It's about nurturing a habitat where kindness, laughter, and empathy saturates through every interaction. We shape a culture where each accomplishment is celebrated, and every challenge is met with a collective resolve. This solid foundation of unwavering support is the cornerstone that keeps us farm families resilient against the ebbs and flows of agricultural life.
Yet the serene image of familial harmony stands stark against the backdrop of a farmer's reality – one riddled with uncertainty, stress, and pressure. In this world, how can a farm wife or mother maintain a stronghold of stability and joy for her loved ones to rest in?
Here lies the heart of our message – the power of serenity amidst chaos. Envision the sense of peace you can foster within your home, transforming it into a haven where your family doesn't just survive the storm, but thrives in solidarity. This is a gentle reminder that your role goes beyond the fields and the barn; it's about being a custodian of joy and comfort.
Picture yourself infusing your daily life with moments of connection and care. Cherish the shared successes and lend strength when the days grow heavy. Remember, in each gesture of love and every word of encouragement, you sow seeds of positivity that will grow into a legacy of resilience.
In the canvas of family life, you have the brush to paint moments of grace and composure. May this narrative inspire you to create an oasis of positivity, where laughter rings louder than machinery and where each sunset brings a promise of a better tomorrow.
I invite you to continue cultivating this thriving space and join others who walk the same path. Become a part of the Thriving Through Farm Loss: Wives' Support Network, a free Facebook group where stories are shared, encouragement is freely given, and the spirit of community flourishes. Together, we can triumph over adversity and celebrate the joys of farm life.
Join us and begin the journey to a more connected and content family – right here on the farm.
Wanting a community to lean into? Join the FREE Thriving Through Farm Loss: Wife’s Support Network! In our community, we embrace the challenges of farm life and provide a supportive space for wives facing the complexities of managing a family farm. Whether you're navigating financial pressures, day-to-day operations, or seeking ways to create a thriving home, we're here for you. Explore gardening tips for cultivating your own oasis, share insights on animal care, and discover practical family budgeting strategies. Together, let's grow through challenges, flourish authentically, and sow the seeds for a resilient and thriving farm life. Join us on this journey of resilience and abundance!
As I've grown in my journey as an entrepreneur, mom, gardener, and livestock owner, I struggled to find a planner that met my needs and kept me organized. So, I MADE MY OWN. You can look at it on the link below and buy it on amazon below.
Don't want the whole calendar part? I got you! I pulled the gardening and animal care pages out and put them in a book all their own.
Starting to garden doesn't have to be hard! I gathered all the tips I've learned over my gardening learning curve and made them into a simple course to jump start your gardening your life.
Supporting Your Family Naturally from the Inside Out community!! This community is for Mommas, looking to Support Your Family from Nature for Wellness. Tips range from nutrition, herbals, detoxing, natural cleaning, and essential oils. Basically, all the things I’ve learned slowly over the past 5+ years of my journey. We have moved off Facebook, to better serve our community and be able to discuss openly options for providing for your family in the best way possible.
Join the FREE Community
Join the FREE Community
I've had 3 very different pregnancies. After the first traumatic birth, I learned better and how to care for my body naturally and prevent common pregnancy and birth problems before they arise. This quick course will get you the tools you need to have a naturally healthy pregnancy, labor, and delivery. My first pregnancy I had a normal western medicine all the things pregnancy. My second? I flipped to completely natural, no medicine. Bonus: Preventing Preeclampsia Without the Aspirin & Healing from Birth Trauma
This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a commission if you make a purchase using these links, with NO additional cost to you.
In the life of a farmer, debt can be as common as the soil we till—a steadfast reality in the quest for growth and sustenance. The path to managing farm debt can indeed be strewn with challenges, but with a heart full of hope and the right approach, strides toward financial stability are within reach.
It begins with a brave step forward into fully understanding your financial situation. Confronting the amount of money you owe might initially cast a shadow on your spirit, but it’s the necessary first light of dawn in your journey to financial freedom. Sum up all debts—those farm loans, mortgages, and any obligations that require your attention—with unwavering courage, for it is the foundation of an actionable plan.
Creating a detailed budget is the next indispensable strategy. Tailoring a plan that accommodates both your income and expenses, including all those particulars of farm life, places you in a position of control. Your budget becomes the compass that guides your spending, allowing you to identify opportunities to reduce costs and to enhance your capacity to repay your debts.
Prioritization is key when it comes to repaying debt. Empower yourself by directing efforts toward those debts that carry the heaviest burden of interest first. It's not simply about eliminating what you owe; it's about doing it intelligently to save both money and time, engendering a quicker, more efficient path out of debt’s grasp.
Consider the potential relief that refinancing may offer. This is about securing terms that respect your labor and the unpredictable nature of farming, possibly lowering interest rates and monthly payments. However, take this path with diligence, mindfully examining any associated costs, and ensure that the scales tip in favor of your long-term financial health.
Financial resilience in the agricultural world often necessitates diversification. When your primary income stream flows steady and strong, branching out can fortify your financial stability. From agritourism to crafting value-added products, or seeking supplementary income avenues, these ventures can infuse your debt repayment efforts with vigor.
And finally, acknowledge that the intricacies of agricultural finances are such that seeking professional guidance is not a sign of surrender, but a declaration of wisdom. A financial expert, well-versed in the rhythms of rural finance, can offer customized advice, turning what might seem an intricate puzzle into a clear map towards financial liberation.
To every farmer, farm wife, and agricultural business owner out there, enduring the trials of debt is a testament to resilience. Take each step in this strategy with resolve and know that each day brings you closer to a horizon bright with financial freedom. Together, with fortitude and sound planning, the soil underfoot will not just nurture crops but the roots of your prosperity.
If you are wanting more support and encouragement, join the free Thriving Through Farm Loss: Wife’s Support Network on Facebook, linked below.
Wanting a community to lean into? Join the FREE Thriving Through Farm Loss: Wife’s Support Network! In our community, we embrace the challenges of farm life and provide a supportive space for wives facing the complexities of managing a family farm. Whether you're navigating financial pressures, day-to-day operations, or seeking ways to create a thriving home, we're here for you. Explore gardening tips for cultivating your own oasis, share insights on animal care, and discover practical family budgeting strategies. Together, let's grow through challenges, flourish authentically, and sow the seeds for a resilient and thriving farm life. Join us on this journey of resilience and abundance!
As I've grown in my journey as an entrepreneur, mom, gardener, and livestock owner, I struggled to find a planner that met my needs and kept me organized. So, I MADE MY OWN. You can look at it on the link below and buy it on amazon below.
Don't want the whole calendar part? I got you! I pulled the gardening and animal care pages out and put them in a book all their own.
Starting to garden doesn't have to be hard! I gathered all the tips I've learned over my gardening learning curve and made them into a simple course to jump start your gardening your life.
Supporting Your Family Naturally from the Inside Out community!! This community is for Mommas, looking to Support Your Family from Nature for Wellness. Tips range from nutrition, herbals, detoxing, natural cleaning, and essential oils. Basically, all the things I’ve learned slowly over the past 5+ years of my journey. We have moved off Facebook, to better serve our community and be able to discuss openly options for providing for your family in the best way possible.
Join the FREE Community
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I've had 3 very different pregnancies. After the first traumatic birth, I learned better and how to care for my body naturally and prevent common pregnancy and birth problems before they arise. This quick course will get you the tools you need to have a naturally healthy pregnancy, labor, and delivery. My first pregnancy I had a normal western medicine all the things pregnancy. My second? I flipped to completely natural, no medicine. Bonus: Preventing Preeclampsia Without the Aspirin & Healing from Birth Trauma
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Managing finances in a household requires a blend of foresight, flexibility, and collaboration. Much like navigating through different seasons, a family's financial situation can oscillate between periods of abundance and times of scarcity. The key to weathering these fluctuations lies in meticulous planning and effective communication.
Save During the Flush Times
Life, with its ebb and flow, presents moments of both opportunity and challenge. It’s prudent to tuck away a portion of your income every month, but even more during prosperous times, creating a safety net for when unexpected expenses arise or during periods of financial drought. This safety reserve acts as a buffer, ensuring you’re prepared for whatever life throws your way without having to compromise your lifestyle significantly.
Leverage Available Support
Pride should never stand in the way of seeking out available support, be it from government programs, community initiatives, or family assistance. Various resources are designed to provide a helping hand in times of need, offering anything from financial aid to counseling services. These supports can serve as crucial lifelines, helping to stabilize your family's financial and mental well-being when you find yourself in a tight spot.
Engage in Open Financial Conversations
Fostering an environment where financial matters are openly discussed with your partner or family can significantly ease the management of household finances. Involving your loved ones in financial planning and decisions not only promotes transparency but also ensures that everyone is aligned with the family’s financial goals and strategies. Such open dialogues can prevent misunderstandings and foster a shared responsibility toward financial health.
Navigating family finances is as much about collaboration and mutual support as it is about planning and saving. It embodies balancing short-term needs with long-term goals, all while ensuring the wheels of daily life keep turning smoothly. Adaptability is crucial; being prepared to recalibrate your financial plan in response to life’s changing circumstances can help secure your family's financial stability and peace of mind.
In essence, the management of household finances is an ongoing process, one that requires patience, resilience, and collective effort. Whether it’s through saving a portion of your income for a rainy day, utilizing available resources, or maintaining open lines of communication with loved ones, each step you take is an investment in your family’s financial future. Remember, consistent, small efforts can lead to substantial results over time, ensuring that you and your loved ones can enjoy both stability and prosperity. Wishing you success on your financial journey.
For more support with those who understand, join the Free Facebook group Thriving Through Farm Loss: Wife’s Support Network.
Wanting a community to lean into? Join the FREE Thriving Through Farm Loss: Wife’s Support Network! In our community, we embrace the challenges of farm life and provide a supportive space for wives facing the complexities of managing a family farm. Whether you're navigating financial pressures, day-to-day operations, or seeking ways to create a thriving home, we're here for you. Explore gardening tips for cultivating your own oasis, share insights on animal care, and discover practical family budgeting strategies. Together, let's grow through challenges, flourish authentically, and sow the seeds for a resilient and thriving farm life. Join us on this journey of resilience and abundance!
As I've grown in my journey as an entrepreneur, mom, gardener, and livestock owner, I struggled to find a planner that met my needs and kept me organized. So, I MADE MY OWN. You can look at it on the link below and buy it on amazon below.
Don't want the whole calendar part? I got you! I pulled the gardening and animal care pages out and put them in a book all their own.
Starting to garden doesn't have to be hard! I gathered all the tips I've learned over my gardening learning curve and made them into a simple course to jump start your gardening your life.
Supporting Your Family Naturally from the Inside Out community!! This community is for Mommas, looking to Support Your Family from Nature for Wellness. Tips range from nutrition, herbals, detoxing, natural cleaning, and essential oils. Basically, all the things I’ve learned slowly over the past 5+ years of my journey. We have moved off Facebook, to better serve our community and be able to discuss openly options for providing for your family in the best way possible.
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In the balancing act of family life, finances, and managing a home, the thought of cultivating your own garden to feed your family might appear overwhelming. Yet, with a sprinkle of planning and a dash of dedication, this venture transforms into a deeply fulfilling endeavor. Cultivating your garden provides not only the joy of nourishing your family but also serves as an effective strategy for budgeting better and tackling food scarcity head-on.
Start on Solid Ground: Embark on your gardening adventure on a modest scale. Opt for a handful of foundational crops that promise ease of cultivation alongside plentiful nutrition. Staples such as tomatoes, lettuce, carrots, and beans make perfect partners for the beginner gardener. Selecting crops should be influenced by your family's taste buds and nutritional needs.
Maximize Your Plot: Whether your farm sprawls generously or you're working with more limited spaces, every nook and cranny holds potential for growth. Raised beds, container gardening, or transforming idle patches into vibrant veggie plots are great ways to extract the most out of your available space. Techniques like vertical gardening can help in getting the most out of limited spaces.
Tread Lightly and Grow: Adopting sustainable practices in your garden isn’t just good for the environment; it's also a wise move for ensuring your garden’s vitality in the long run. Simple methods like composting, companion planting, natural pest control, and water conservation can significantly boost your garden’s health and help shave some dollars off your expenses.
A Family-Grown Feast: Inviting your children to participate in the garden's lifecycle – from seed planting to kitchen prep – isn’t just educational; it’s a way to cultivate a deeper appreciation for homegrown food. Such activities nurture life skills and foster a profound bond with nature.
Continuous Bounty: Implement succession planting to maintain a steady flow of produce. By constantly introducing new crops post-harvest, you're ensuring an endless supply of freshness. Remember, timing is key, especially with quick-to-grow greens like lettuce or spinach. If you live somewhere where the growing season is short, succession planting is harder for longer season crops like brassicas, tomatoes and peppers.
Preserving the Prosperity: Extend the life and enjoyment of your yield through preservation techniques such as canning, freezing, or drying. This ensures your pantry stays stocked with your garden’s gifts all year round.
Celebrate Each Step: Every little achievement deserves recognition. From the thrill of picking your first homegrown tomato to relishing a meal crafted entirely from your garden’s yield, these are the moments that underscore the richness gardening brings to family life.
While the garden path may have its set of hurdles, the fruits of your labor are immensely rewarding. By leaning into simplicity and holistic practices, the experience of feeding your family from your own backyard is not just practical but deeply enriching.
Need more guidance or wishing to connect with fellow farm wives in the same boat? Join our free support network on Facebook, Thriving Through Farm Loss: Wife’s Support Network, and explore more gardening insights through our blog series. Here’s to a bountiful, homegrown life!
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As I've grown in my journey as an entrepreneur, mom, gardener, and livestock owner, I struggled to find a planner that met my needs and kept me organized. So, I MADE MY OWN. You can look at it on the link below and buy it on amazon below.
Don't want the whole calendar part? I got you! I pulled the gardening and animal care pages out and put them in a book all their own.
Starting to garden doesn't have to be hard! I gathered all the tips I've learned over my gardening learning curve and made them into a simple course to jump start your gardening your life.
Supporting Your Family Naturally from the Inside Out community!! This community is for Mommas, looking to Support Your Family from Nature for Wellness. Tips range from nutrition, herbals, detoxing, natural cleaning, and essential oils. Basically, all the things I’ve learned slowly over the past 5+ years of my journey. We have moved off Facebook, to better serve our community and be able to discuss openly options for providing for your family in the best way possible.
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I've had 3 very different pregnancies. After the first traumatic birth, I learned better and how to care for my body naturally and prevent common pregnancy and birth problems before they arise. This quick course will get you the tools you need to have a naturally healthy pregnancy, labor, and delivery. My first pregnancy I had a normal western medicine all the things pregnancy. My second? I flipped to completely natural, no medicine. Bonus: Preventing Preeclampsia Without the Aspirin & Healing from Birth Trauma
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Agriculture is not merely about the symphony of sowing and reaping—it's about the perseverance that stems from the very pulse of the earth. Young farm couples face many trials, lack of funds, lack of capital, trails that test their faith.
Bankers and family told us to quit. They told us we shouldn't be doing cattle anymore. They told us to stick to what works, what everyone else is doing. But inside, something told us that wasn't what we should be doing.
We were running out of options though. We were faced with losing everything we had worked for. But still wanting to keep that dream alive. That desire to be in agriculture. To farm. But we didn't know what to do.
God brought us to a point of total and complete reliance and surrender to Him. We had to take our hopes, our dreams, our farm. Everything we had built and worked for and literally lay it on His alter.
Not in a way that said, “please bless this because I want to use this for you.” But in a way that said “You can take this; you can have it all. If this isn't what we're supposed to be doing.” Trusting that He would still provide. That he would give us what we needed and point us in the right direction.
We both worked on mindset. We started looking for the positives and the miracles of God's provision. We asked every day to be guided by clear open doors or very clearly, shut doors.
We prepared for our final year of farming. We started selling equipment, anything extra and selling the cows down. We preparing to stop feeding cattle.
Then something amazing happened. Cattle started showing up. People started calling, started asking if we had room to background calves. We went from virtually empty pins, to almost a full feed lot in a matter of months. We weren't even looking. We weren't trying to fill them, it just happened. God was giving us clear. Open doors to walk through.
So, we did.
And God provided for us that way for a time. Now we continue to walk through the doors He opens and wait patiently as doors close.
Wanting a community to lean into? Join the FREE Thriving Through Farm Loss: Wife’s Support Network! In our community, we embrace the challenges of farm life and provide a supportive space for wives facing the complexities of managing a family farm. Whether you're navigating financial pressures, day-to-day operations, or seeking ways to create a thriving home, we're here for you. Explore gardening tips for cultivating your own oasis, share insights on animal care, and discover practical family budgeting strategies. Together, let's grow through challenges, flourish authentically, and sow the seeds for a resilient and thriving farm life. Join us on this journey of resilience and abundance!
As I've grown in my journey as an entrepreneur, mom, gardener, and livestock owner, I struggled to find a planner that met my needs and kept me organized. So, I MADE MY OWN. You can look at it on the link below and buy it on amazon below.
Don't want the whole calendar part? I got you! I pulled the gardening and animal care pages out and put them in a book all their own.
Starting to garden doesn't have to be hard! I gathered all the tips I've learned over my gardening learning curve and made them into a simple course to jump start your gardening your life.
Supporting Your Family Naturally from the Inside Out community!! This community is for Mommas, looking to Support Your Family from Nature for Wellness. Tips range from nutrition, herbals, detoxing, natural cleaning, and essential oils. Basically, all the things I’ve learned slowly over the past 5+ years of my journey. We have moved off Facebook, to better serve our community and be able to discuss openly options for providing for your family in the best way possible.
Join the FREE Community
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I've had 3 very different pregnancies. After the first traumatic birth, I learned better and how to care for my body naturally and prevent common pregnancy and birth problems before they arise. This quick course will get you the tools you need to have a naturally healthy pregnancy, labor, and delivery. My first pregnancy I had a normal western medicine all the things pregnancy. My second? I flipped to completely natural, no medicine. Bonus: Preventing Preeclampsia Without the Aspirin & Healing from Birth Trauma
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