Why HT interests you, POLL

Me too. And when the advice really is friendly, I like that too!

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A little of them all, plus it's like talking to an old friend, getting on here each day.

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I'm a little of all three - or maybe a lot of all three?

Ha! Yeah, we get pretty out of control when discussing various greenhouse building materials. Someone needs to referee. Tempers always flare up over pvc plans.

I put "interested in survival," but I'm also interested in all things related to homesteading.

I really love this forum. Everybody is super nice and helpful. I've learned so much here. I wouldn't have my chickens or rabbits if it weren't for you guys.

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Homesteader with dairy goats, horses and chickens. Love gardening and canning. Definitely into preparedness. HT covers every aspect of everything I'm interested in!

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all the above.

All of the above plus others.

We voted for homesteader and this site has given us access to those who have so much more knowledge than we do. We are relatively new to this lifestyle and 2 years ago we didnt have a clue how to can, run a tractor, have livestock, etc. and the information and recommendations we have gotten have really helped.

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Because I lived another life in the 1800's and Homesteading is closest to that time for me and it feels "comfortable".

I farm for a living. But I also really enjoy a homesteading lifestyle. Some on here don't understand how I can be a "factory farmer" as they call me, and still enjoy raising real meat, real garden produce, etc., but I do! I am also here to try to balance the hatred many have regarding traditional farms who happen to use herbicides and fertilizers to grow better crops. There are MANY misconceptions out there in this homesteading community that need to be addressed at times. If I don't defend commercial farming against certain falsehoods, I would be lying to myself, and lying to others through omission of facts.

Cuz, The Girls here are HOT!!

L.A.

as someone who has recently purchased raw land and am trying to make it livable and capable of supporting me till dirt day, I have found this forum to be a huge benefit. I highly value being able to learn from those that do.

I wonder why I am drawn to it. I am a misfit in the city..thinking dinner parties and social things are boring . Much prefer to be tending to animals .
Hubby and I had bought land to get away in a little cabin . He passed away this year and I have no idea what to do next. I hate the city but its lonely out in the middle of nowhere by yourself.
Will probably try to have the best of both worlds somehow. A few acres but close to friends & family.

I am sorry to hear of the loss of your husband That is so hard, will be praying for you, as you have some tough decisions to make. So many who have lost spouses often agree, the best decisions they made were at least one year after losing their spouses. Giving it a bit more time, may help. How much land do you have? Maybe you could have family or friends join you, ones you would enjoy living with, that is, as I understand how that can be, too.

My early childhood was spent living with my grandparents, who owned a 90 acre ranch. I remember watching Grandpa milk the cow, feed the cattle, the horses, the pigs, the goats, the sheep, etc... Grandma fed the chickens, gathered the eggs, prepared all the meals, etc... They both were involved with harvests, planting, gardening, and produced all the food their livestock ate (yes, all the grain, too). I helped Grandma churn butter, prep for canning, prepare meals, weed the garden, gather the eggs... While I lived them them, I shadowed them both, so learned a lot from them, and that lifestyle was instilled in me. Despite me being back to live with my father, moving frequently, living in cities, that love of the homesteading life never left. In my late 30s, my 1st DH and I were divorced. What had begun to bud, blossomed, and I began reliving any parts of that early lifestyle I could. When I met & married DH2, we shared the same desire for a simpler more self-sustaining lifestyle. Each year, we progress more and more.

I was drawn to homesteading today, due to reading Countryside, initially, then finding this a great place to learn, share, and grow with others, who are likeminded (in any degree). Great bunch of folks here!

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Aw, you're a teddy bear.
I checked 'gardender enthusiast' b/c we have 20 ac but its an hour away from us. Thought we'd build & move there but DH says "its too far". Even NAMED it that. But I glean so much info, ever time I log on, almost.

GC & 'politics' have re-shaped my views & beliefs, for sure.

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I am sorry for your loss. Can't imagine the pain. Will you keep the land? Would you consider living there by yourself?
I often wonder that too, if I were alone, would I fulfill the dream & move to our land.
Prayers & good thoughts for you.

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I agree. I grew up on a farm, very old fashioned, very little commercial fertilizer or pesticides due to little money and they weren't really needed. More of a homestead way of life. At 12 I started farming on my own and needed the increased production to grow the farm, it was the 70's after all. I grew to 1000 acres and used the latest and greatest but in the back of my mind it was always a concern. Things leveled out in the mid 80's, inflation and tight money took me back to rotation, nitrogen building and summer fallow instead of so many chemicals and fertilizers, cutting back to 600 acres. I grew a garden and livestock naturally for myself all those years and some to sell. I used what many considered waste products from my operation to increase my bottom dollar. All was going well when in 1992 health issues intervened and I had to sell out. I stayed with an all natural diet to get my health back. I understand your position and feel the same way....James

I too am sorry to hear of your loss. I do hope you can and will take the time to heal, then make your decision. If it was and still is your wish to live your dream than do it. You will never be happier than doing what you have a passion for. We (Sweetie and I) gave up the city life and moved to a small off grid cabin and it was the best year of our lives. Unfortuanatly health issues cut that dream short. (Still hope to get back some day). Living simply and leaving a light footprint is so rewarding. Maybe building the cabin will be good medicine. Think it through, talk to God and your Love (he will always be there with you), good luck and best wishes on your journey....James

I've always thought that I was born in the wrong time. I love Little House on the Prairie, any westerns/cowboy movies etc. I love being self sufficient and having things to take care of. As soon as I get my knee replaced and retire, I will start the third chapter of my life. I am so lookin forward to it. I absolutely love this place and have gained so much knowledge just from reading. Homesteading/farming to me is freedom. After working 37 years for the "man", it will be a refreshing to be my own boss. Reb

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