Category Archives: Homesteading

Water systems, outhouses, heating with wood – alternative lifestyles that move us toward more self-reliance and self-sufficiency.

Kitchen Renovation

Posted on August 18, 2012 by Mark Zeiger

Our first order of business upon returning to couple status has been to install a new countertop in our kitchen. Our kitchen counter consists of the cabin’s original cabinet, with an additional 2 feet or so from the wood box … Continue reading →

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Internet Disconnect

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Mark Zeiger

It must be the 21st Century if a homestead feels crippled when the Internet’s down. But, that’s what’s happening, and that’s exactly how it felt. Something went wrong with our satellite Internet service. We had intermittent connectivity for the past … Continue reading →

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