Turkeys, Man’s Best Friend
Turkeys, Man’s Best Friend! Turkeys are incredibly friendly. We have two turkeys that follow us around as if they were dogs. They…
Teaching that Work is Fun!
Today after regular school, I thought REAL LIFE school should start by teaching that work is fun! So many people today (including…
Hunting Season Begins
I am trying to clean out my freezer to make more room for the venison I hope that my boys will bring…
Hunting for Self Sustainability
Hunting for self sustainability is nothing new. Obtaining food for the table has always been our family’s primary reason for hunting. The first…
Hunting Families
Hunting Families bring a lot to the table! When Scott and I first married, I resented that he hunted SO much. Seriously, when…
Sighting in Flintlock Adventure
Beautiful weather Sunday afternoon. We spent it sighting in Scott’s flintlock for hunting season. He does not want to miss that awesome…
Cooking with Roosters, Laying Hens and Eggs
Cooking with Roosters, Laying Hens and Eggs is a time old tradition and one that I am excited to pass on to…
The Kitchen Garden
At our house we keep more than one kitchen garden to grow food for our large family. What Is a Kitchen Garden?…
Father’s Day Canoe Trip
Happy Father’s Day to all you great and necessary fathers out there! I wanted this year’s Father’s Day to be memorable and…
Ruby Throated Hummingbirds
Recently, our family has enjoyed watching hummingbirds at our feeder. The tiny, delicate birds are quite fascinating. The breed that visits our backyard…
How to Process Butchered Deer Meat
In this video Scott shows you how to process your butchered deer meat.
Last Bird of Turkey Season
The past couple of weeks the turkeys seemed to be outsmarting the hunters in my family, but Hunter pulled off a 4th…
Hampton’s Homemade Friction Call
It has been hard to find Hampton lately. While chores are awaiting, he is nowhere to be found. I have had to…
A Fun Day with the Family
After a long week of preparing for the wedding party, playing and reading with little ones, preparing recipes for upcoming DVDs, writing…
Garden Party/Skewered Wild Turkey with Chili Ginger Sauce
Wow! What a week! If you have ever given a wedding shower or wedding party you…
Growing Pomegranate Trees in Alabama
Growing Pomegranate in Alabama My momma was recently on the Rick and Bubba Show, and she mentioned our pomegranate trees in passing. …
Alabama Turkey Rodeo Competition
I had the privilege of scoring turkeys for the 1st Turkey Rodeo covered by Bob Redfern at NBC Sports and organized by Dr. Ryan McWhorter and Bart Casltleberry….
Party in the Pasture?
My day began just like any other Wednesday. Planning the day, checking my calendar, school with the kids, answering emails, making lunch…
A Mountain Experience
We were blessed to enjoy a little get away for a few days with no interruptions ( except for calls about Scott’s…
To Soak or Not to Soak
“Take your time” is a phrase that my mind has never really grasped very well. I pretty much attempt to do all…
What a Way to End Deer Season!
My son, Howlett, came home last night pretty depressed. He shot at what he called a “monster buck” and thought he must…
Hybrids, Heirlooms and Organics: What’s the difference?
Someone recently asked, “What’s the difference between hybrid, heirloom, and organic gardening?” Here is the answer. Hybrid Vegetables Hybrid vegetables are the…
Kids Cook-Off Episode 2
I just love it when the kids have so much fun in the kitchen!
Kid’s Cook-Off Episode 1
In this video the kids cook against each other.