Recently we cleared what I think if the final hurdle towards purchasing a new home and selling our current home. The inspection contingency was agreed to by both buyers and sellers and we are now set to close on July 23rd. I have been wanting to share some of my thoughts and ideas relating to self-sufficiency and now is the perfect time to do so.
My goals for this blog will be to share the ideas, challenges and successes as we move to our new home. There is space to raise animals, a large garden and fruit trees. There is also a shop for the creating of many fun concepts and ideas.
I have been a follower of survival blog for quite some time. I truly appreciate all of the information shared in that group, however do not believe it is feasible (financially or socially) to move out to the middle of no-where in a retreat. Therefore the purpose of this blog will be to share my path to local self-sufficiency. How to I prepare for disaster, either natural or man-made. Can I create an environment where we can provide for ourselves on our 2 acres?
Over the next several weeks I will share the story of how we found the property as well as our plans as we prepare to move back.
David,
ReplyDeleteinteresting concept for a blog. I think I will enjoy reading it.
I hereby volunteer my children and husband to come and help on little micro-farm! It is good for all of us to learn a little more about self-sufficiancy and get closer to the source of our food and survival. Also, it is good for my kids to "get their hands dirty". I admit that I am a little jealous. While I don't enjoy gardening, animal husbandry does appeal to me. Sadly, we can't do much besides raise chickens in our neighborhood. One day, I hope that we can also have a little more room and be more self reliant. Until then, perhaps we will try to mouch a little off of your experience.
After reading about Dawne Jackson and the bees that she is raising, I want an apiary. So many neat things to do, so little room and time and too many zoning regulations!
Christina,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the offer. I intend to take you guys up on it! LOL...I cannot wait to get back.