Category Archives: The Homestead

Homestead Update: A Chicken Run (Part 1)

Exciting developments on the farm (which really needs a name, soon!) We got our first chickens! This motley crew is being pieced together from assorted craigslist listings all because a friend (and follower since my Austin Homestead days) gave me … Continue reading

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A Cautionary Tail

Dear readers, i have a story for you! This is a story that may just be true and is certainly based on unfortunately discovered fact. I hope you enjoy it! This is a story about a farmer. Let’s call him … Continue reading

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Homestead Update: New Windows!

Wow. Last week saw some major improvements around the homestead! Lots of money spent with super satisfying results, which is way more fun than lots of money spent shocking wells or cutting down trees – though that was pretty fun … Continue reading

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Found Objects – Trash or Hidden Treasures?

We have a lot of both kinds of found objects here on Gage Road – trash AND treasures. Here are some of my favorite treasures so far: My new milking chair: Chicken tractor base, or some other rolling tool cart … Continue reading

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