Do you ever find it hard to have enough energy to get you through your day? When you’re a homestead mom, the home is a busy place. There’s a lot to get done, and it can be hard to get it all done when you are dragging in the morning, having a mid-morning crashes, or afternoon slumps. I know when I lack energy, it takes a huge hit to my productivity. Maybe you find yourself slogging through your day with the kids, one cup of coffee at a time? Meanwhile, you keep checking the clock to see if your husband will be home soon so you can just get a little break. Oh boy, if that isn’t a relatable picture for me, I don’t know what else is. With 3 little kids, a husband that works long hours, and a lot of demands placed on me, I need to keep my energy up to hold things together at home. That can be easier said than done, but I want to share 5 ways that I work to improve my energy so I can get more done during the day, and not only that, enjoy the day-to-day workload of a busy homestead mom.

I pray that God would use this episode to pull you out of a slump and find ways to give you the energy you need to parent well, take care of your home, and for your homestead to thrive. I know that is no easy task, but it is a doable one, and I hope you find some of my personal experiences helpful for you too. Thank you so much for joining me!

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If your garden, or let’s face it, your last farmer’s market haul, is bursting with fresh veggies right now, you might be wondering how on earth you’re going to use it all before it goes bad. The good news is you don’t have to! In today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through how to freeze just about any vegetable in 15 minutes or less—so you can preserve your harvest without spending your whole day in the kitchen. I have 3 quick, no-fuss methods that I am going to share that will help you stock your freezer with homegrown vegetables to use all year long.

Freezing is such a practical way to make the most of your harvest, without overcomplicating things. It doesn’t have to be overwhelming or time-consuming. With just a few simple steps, you can preserve all your fresh garden produce and enjoy it well beyond the growing season. I hope this episode makes this process more straightforward to you and encourages you that you can start preserving your own food with what you have at home right now using your freezer. Thank you so much for joining me!

Resources mentioned in today's episode:

→ How to Freeze Winter Squash

→ Squash Seeds Recipe

→ Make Creamed Peas

→ Ep. 31 Canning Basics for the Beginner Homestead Mom

→ Ep. 33 Canning Basics Follow-up, Q&A with Jocelyn!

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Right now, summer is in full swing—which means longer days, more time outside, family trips, park playdates, and probably a whole lot more running around than usual. And when you’re busy and out and about, mealtimes sneak up fast. But, even if you want to avoid the drive-thru and typical car snacks, it can be tricky to figure out how to feed everyone well. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my favorite ideas for quick, healthy homemade lunches that are perfect for busy summer days. Whether you’re packing food for a road trip, heading out to enjoy time outdoors, or just trying to feed everyone between outdoor projects and backyard fun, these lunch ideas are simple, nourishing, and travel-friendly.

I hope you walk away with a few fresh ideas to make lunch on busy summer days feel a whole lot easier, so you can spend more time soaking up the sunshine and less time wondering what to feed everyone. Thank you so much for joining me!

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