Gardening · Homesteading

Gardening On Whidbey Island

As February nears, the call to get gardening is at a frenzy. The nice weather we get in late January doesn't help either. Often in this time period we get "first spring", a week or two of sunny weather where the start of spring starts popping out (buds start forming, dandelions pop up, trees start… Continue reading Gardening On Whidbey Island

Recipes

Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins

These are a luxurious muffin, which as fresh strawberry season approaches in the coming months, these are a delicious way to enjoy the berries. The muffins are moist and packed with flavor. Not to brag, but these blue eggs? I am in love with them. 2 of our newest hens are laying them. It's a… Continue reading Strawberry Cream Cheese Muffins

Backpacking · Prepping · Recipes

Instant Mug Meals: Taco Chicken

I have been working on recipes for our sister site, TrailCooking, that I realized work well for prepper and on-the-go meals. Easy to prepare, easy to pull together – yet all they need is hot water and a few minutes of sit time (and can be prepped with cool water in a pinch). No need to… Continue reading Instant Mug Meals: Taco Chicken

Backpacking · Prepping · Recipes

Instant Mug Meals: Taco Beef Bowl

I have been working on recipes for our sister site, TrailCooking, that I realized work well for prepper and on-the-go meals. Easy to prepare, easy to pull together – yet all they need is hot water and a few minutes sit time (and can be prepped with cool water in a pinch). No need to worry… Continue reading Instant Mug Meals: Taco Beef Bowl

Backpacking · Prepping · Recipes

Instant Mug Meals: Chicken Fajitas

I have been working on recipes for our sister site, TrailCooking, that I realized work well for prepper and on-the-go meals. Easy to prepare, easy to pull together – yet all they need is hot water and a few minutes sit time (and can be prepped with cool water in a pinch). No need to worry… Continue reading Instant Mug Meals: Chicken Fajitas