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"What we’re trying to do is not just say we want to help the next generation of farmers, but creating a platform that’s going to give them the resources (to start farming),"-- Derrick Jackson

As parents we are giving our kids something we didn’t have in hopes to shape their worldview. I believe the more we understand about the world around us, the better we will be in our stewardship of that world.

I try to take the time to explain the “why”to my kids throughout the day because, living on a farm, anything can happen. When i take to the time to explain, 70% of the time 😅 it yields a better result. This can really help with the big concepts like safety, animal welfare or personal responsibility.

Recently I was asked to join the #HomesteadMama crew on Instagram for a social take over.  Check our my families story and more of my perspective with transitioning into farming with 5 kids. 

In case you missed it... check out our blog post for the takeover recap. 

We are entering 2020 with excitement and anticipation for what’s next. Our family has grown in more ways than one. It’s safe to say that we never anticipated our lives going this direction. But here we go!

I decided to raise them in their natural habitat, the forest. This is where they feel most at home. I’m also providing shelter for their comfort when desired. Since this is my first time raising pigs...

Recently we’ve added about 60 laying hens to the farm. They are producing about 30 eggs a day. Soooo, yeah…

I’ve taken a crash course in Eggs 101. Here’s what I’ve learned so far: