We have several Hackberry trees out here at Tanglefoot. This unfortunately named tree supposedly earned it’s moniker because a decoction from the bark can be used to treat cough (hack). Originally thought to be a member of the Elm Family (Ulmaceae), Celtis Occidentalis is now classified as a member of the Hemp family ( Cannabaceae,) […]
Rebuilding the Foodshed – Review
Review of “Rebuilding the Foodshed” I’ve just finished reading “Rebuilding the Foodshed” by Phillip Ackerman-Leist. For me, the next best thing to actually doing something is researching how to do it. While we work on making Tanglefoot habitable, I’m reading, learning new skills, and dreaming. For a while now, I’ve had this sort of inchoate […]
Queen Bri’s Beekeeping Class
When we move out to Tanglefoot Farm I plan to start an apiary, for many reasons. First, I want to help the bees. Bees are important; no bees, no humans. Secondly, I want pollinators to help me grow food on the farm. While some plants can grow without bees, all plants have higher yields if […]
Golden Chai Tea Latte – a Better Morning Beverage
My New Morning Beverage I want to introduce you to my new favorite morning drink: a Golden Chai Tea Latte. This is a very warming, flavorful way to start the day! Plus it’s loaded with all kinds of good-for-you nutrients, and spices with health benefits. Tumeric, the spice that gives the drink it’s “Golden” color, […]
Using Herbs on the Homestead
Discovering the many uses of Herbs Herbalism is simply using herbs and foods for building and maintaining good health, or as an aid in healing. Instead of an illness-centered practice, it frames good health as our natural state, rather than something something that must be “managed.” Herbalism focuses on remaining in that state of good health, […]
Make Your Own Fresh Dairy Products at Home
I’m trying to be more mindful of what I eat; more good fresh food and homecooked meals, less junk and processed foods. So I decided to try making my own dairy products. I thought about this for a while, and did some serious Googling to figure out what I could make and how to make […]
