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Cold Antler Farm: A Memoir of Growing Food and Celebrating Life on a Scrappy Six-Acre Homestead

by Jenna Woginrich

4.5 out of 5

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A Family Sitting At A Table, Eating A Meal Together. Cold Antler Farm: A Memoir Of Growing Food And Celebrating Life On A Scrappy Six Acre Homestead

When we first moved to our six-acre homestead, we were full of hope and ambition. We had grand plans to build a sustainable farm, raise our own food, and live a life of self-reliance. But as we quickly discovered, homesteading is not for the faint of heart.

The first few years were tough. We made mistakes, we lost crops, and we struggled to make ends meet. But through it all, we learned valuable lessons about ourselves, about the land, and about what it means to live a good life.

In this memoir, I share the story of our homesteading journey. I write about the challenges we faced, the joys we experienced, and the lessons we learned along the way. I hope that our story will inspire you to live a more sustainable and fulfilling life, no matter where you live.

Chapter 1: The Dream

We bought our homestead in the spring of 2008. It was a six-acre property with a small house, a barn, and a few acres of cleared land. We were drawn to the property because of its seclusion and its potential for self-sufficiency.

We had always dreamed of living a life off the land. We wanted to grow our own food, raise our own animals, and live a more sustainable lifestyle. We believed that homesteading was the best way to achieve our dream.

Chapter 2: The Reality

The reality of homesteading was much different than we had imagined. The first few years were tough. We made mistakes, we lost crops, and we struggled to make ends meet.

One of the biggest challenges we faced was the weather. We live in a climate with extreme weather conditions. We have long, cold winters and short, hot summers. This made it difficult to grow food year-round.

Another challenge was the lack of infrastructure on our property. We had to build everything from scratch, including a well, a septic system, and a garden. This was a lot of work, and it took us several years to complete.

Chapter 3: The Lessons

Despite the challenges, we persevered. We learned valuable lessons about ourselves, about the land, and about what it means to live a good life.

One of the most important lessons we learned was the importance of community. We couldn't have survived without the help of our friends and neighbors. They helped us to build our home, plant our garden, and raise our animals.

We also learned the importance of patience. Homesteading is a slow process. It takes time to build a sustainable farm and to create a life that you love. But if you are patient and persistent, you will eventually achieve your goals.

Chapter 4: The Life We've Built

Today, we are living the life we've always dreamed of. We grow most of our own food, we raise our own animals, and we live a sustainable lifestyle.

Our homestead is not perfect. We still have challenges, and we still make mistakes. But we are learning and growing every day.

We are grateful for the life we've built, and we wouldn't trade it for anything.

Epilogue

I hope that our story will inspire you to live a more sustainable and fulfilling life. No matter where you live, you can make a difference. You can grow your own food, reduce your environmental impact, and create a life that you love.

Thank you for reading.

Sincerely,

The Homesteaders

Cold Antler Farm: A Memoir of Growing Food and Celebrating Life on a Scrappy Six-Acre Homestead

by Jenna Woginrich

4.5 out of 5