CUPCAKES - THE GIFT OF HOMEMADE
Do your kids, grandkids, friends live far away? FOOD is my Love Language!Here is an option for those wanting to send a "semi-homemade" treat to your loved ones. Below is a semi-premade mix..... I...
View ArticleBEST EVER CORNBREAD
Ingredients1/2 cup butter2/3 cup white sugar2 eggs1 cup buttermilk1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup cornmeal1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltDirectionsPreheat oven to 375 degrees F (175 degrees C)....
View ArticleANYTIME MUFFINS
A coworker shared this recipe with me and I love that it is an easy pack for hiking.... He called them "Larry's Healthy Muffins"...I also add additional spices, feel free to personalize to your...
View ArticleSHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK 2019
For those that not been to the Shenandoah National Park or Virginia - I am sharing a few photos of Gods handy work and the eye of a talented photographer. This local lady gets access to the park...
View ArticleHOMEMADE IDEAS FOR THE HOLIDAYS 2021
I decided to repost this for 2021 - we all know the the cost of goods have skyrocketed, and money being needed for basic necessities - HOME MADE does not have to be expensive, it can be a simple cake,...
View ArticleBEST EVER POTATO SALAD - CAULIFLOWER STYLE
Are you a fan of potato salad? Have you given this dish up due to the high carb content? This ‘mock’ recipe is absolutely delish!! INGREDIENTS1 pound cauliflower florets, chopped into 1/2 inch...
View ArticleHEALTHY, HAPPY THANKSGIVING
There was a time when I would hear "Healthy" I would think "YUCK"Now I think! WOW, how can I make it taste better, real food, real good and healthy!I won't compromise on one item at Thanksgiving... and...
View ArticleWHY IS IT SO HARD TO FIND FRIENDS AS AN OLDER ADULT WHEN YOU MOVE?
and I add "fit" into an established community/coworkers! Speaking from experience, I can say that moving from coast to coast is more difficult for older adults, making friends takes emotional, and...
View ArticleTHANKSGIVING THANKFUL - GOD - FAMILY - FOOD - FRIENDS - GRATITUDE
I am thankful! I have a new Home State - a New Homestead - Renewed Relationships - a New Beginning! Excited for sure! I lived for 17 years in Virginia - it was such a horrible experience for me -...
View ArticleNEW AL HOMESTEAD - A FIXER UPPER
Welcome Hooterville - https://www.hootervillehomestead.com! I am back, now that we have a long awaited property, I can concentrate on the homestead living aspect of life and blog.It has only taken 17...
View ArticlePRESERVING & STORING EGGS
Chickens are easy farm animals to have - provide them a safe space, quality feed, clean their coops weekly & provide fresh water daily. Hooterville Homestead LogoWe seem to have an abundance of...
View ArticleBEES & ALL THE POSIBILITIES!!
My spouse recently started two beehives - he plans on expanding his hives as he learns on how to care for them, especially when working them over the winter. - he is grateful he has hands on sponsors....
View ArticleFARM BOOTS - WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT?
The most expensive farm boots I purchased only lasted less than a year 😞- I found that many high-end brands their boots were hard to get on & off regardless of what money I spent & they did not...
View ArticleFARM LIFE - MOVING TO OUR HOMESTEAD 2021 - PROGRESS FINALLY!
We had dreams for years on moving & starting a new business/farm - The excitement of it all! The idea was to cultivate bees for honey & wax (wax to use in our planned apothecary); raise...
View ArticleAPOTHECARY SHOP - PLANS FOR THE HOMESTEAD - SHARING & CULTIVATING NEW RECIPES
We hope by end of next year '2024' we will establish our LLC so we can offer a variety of Home Made/DIY products - soaps, cleaners, candles, deodorant, & various beauty products, as well as sell...
View ArticleTHE WAY PEOPLE VIEW YOU
Sometimes I think about the different characters I play in everybody’s story.I’m a terrible person in some people's narratives and a Godsend in others.And none of it has anything to do with the person...
View ArticleCLEARING THE WATERS - WAR ON OUR DRINKING WATER
Many may not be aware that the EPA has gone after Berkey Filters - Oh yeah!The EPA is requesting that Berkey face pesticide registration! NO - I am not kidding! It appears to me the US Government...
View ArticleDEALING WITH NEGATIVE HATEFUL PEOPLE - ESPECIALLY FAMILY
WHEN FAMILY/FRIENDS NEED TO GO!Last year I decided that a family member was just too toxic, honestly, this person is NOT a nice person, in my opinion - plus I cut back on my interactions with few of...
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