Your Guide to Simple, Frugal Living

Hello and welcome! I’m Amanda, the heart and hands behind this blog. What started as a desire to slow down and find more calm in my day-to-day has grown into a lifestyle centered on intentional homemaking, easy recipes, gardening and the simple pleasures of life. I truly believe that when we simplify our lives, and focus on what really matters, we can create homes that are not only beautiful but filled with contentment and joy.

Start Your Homestead

Embark on a transformative journey into self-reliance and sustainability, creating a life that’s in harmony with nature.

Grow Your Own Food

Cultivate your garden and reap the rewards of fresh, organic produce, sown and nurtured by your own hands.

Cook from Scratch

Rediscover the art of cooking with whole, natural ingredients, creating meals that are both nourishing and delicious.

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Discover the beauty of slowing down and embracing a more intentional, fulfilling life with simple living.

Learn how to reduce your expenses and live on less.

Have Fresh Eggs Every Day!

With Your Own Chickens

With their charming personalities and the promise of fresh eggs, chickens make an ideal addition to any homestead or backyard. By tending to these feathered friends, you not only enjoy a daily supply of nutritious, farm-fresh eggs but also gain a deeper connection to your food source. It’s a rewarding and sustainable way to embrace a more self-reliant lifestyle, all while savoring the incomparable taste of eggs straight from your coop to your kitchen.

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Hi! I’m Amanda!

Through my blog, I aim to inspire others to cultivate a simpler life. Whether it’s through establishing homemaking routines, growing your own food, or making meals easier with wholesome, real ingredients, I love sharing tips and encouragement for anyone seeking to live more intentionally.

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