So many of us dream about being able to have home grown vegetables on our dinner plates and running around in open green pastures with adorable baby goats hoping everywhere. That’s the homesteading dream right? While I wouldn’t say homesteading is popular, it has gotten quite the boost in popularity over the last few years. Many families are spending less money at the grocery store and opting for healthier food they can grow right in their back yard. Unfortunately, contrary to what you see in Instagram or Pinterest, the homesteading life is not glamorous. In fact if you are not planning on having chicken poop on you in some fashion at least 5 days per week, than you haven’t planned correctly.
While Homesteading might not be glamorous, it can be the most rewarding decision you ever make. I know for me, knowing exactly where my food comes from is an amazing feeling! Whether you want to just make a few changes to live more sustainably or you want to jump head first into your homesteading dreams, there are a few things you should consider BEFORE you start homesteading.
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