Harvesting Happiness – Your Guide to homemade, hearty, and healthy Living
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Piove parole: Rainy day words in Italian
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Loving on my sweet bunny, Peter
Feeding my favorite dairy cow, Chocolate
Welcome! I’m Harper!
My journey to homesteading is a story of transformation, a path that led me from the hustle and bustle of city life to the tranquil rhythms of the countryside. It’s a tale of embracing simplicity, sustainability, and the profound joy of growing and creating with my own hands.
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Explore Our Delicious Homemade Recipes
Browse our curated collection of homemade recipes, featuring fresh, homegrown ingredients and simple, yet flavorful, techniques. Delight in creating nourishing meals that bring the taste of the homestead right to your table.
Farm to Table
Chicken
Beef
Under 30 Min
Fruits
Veggies
Cheese
Sweets
Learning the Homesteading Basics
Embark on a transformative journey into self-reliance and sustainability, creating a life that’s in harmony with nature.
Raising Chickens
Explore our comprehensive guide on Chicken Raising, packed with insights for healthy, happy backyard flocks.
Beekeeping
Dive into beekeeping: hive management, honey harvesting, and sustaining healthy bee populations.
Bread Making
Unveil the art of homemade bread baking with our easy-to-follow recipes and expert tips.
Canning
Master the art of canning and preserving your harvest with our detailed guides and tips.
Learn how to fund your Homestead in my Free EBook
Favorite Products
These are a few of my favorite products that you’ll find in my kitchen