A big part of who I have become over the last year and a half in my inner growth has been on the part of sustainable self sufficiency for my children and I. I have always said I have the single most tollerant hubby in the world. I mean litterally this man would rope me the moon some how, some way if I asked for it, and beleive me I have asked the poor guy for far too much.
We have 7 acres on a lake, surrounded by state land in the northern woods of Minnesota. We moved here to live out our dream for us, for our family. Were going to over the next five years try to get as off the grid and self sufficient as we can. I home school one of my children now, another had graduated and I plan on pulling the rest for the upcoming school season.
So I know this isnt a weight related thing but I hope you dont mind. Its spring here and a private school brat and a born and raised New Jersey boy are gonna give this thing a whirl. Spring kicks this off. Spring has kicked off my panic about losing this weight. Being self sufficient is hard work and I need to be there as a help mate to my hubby. Hes carried the physical burdens of our family on his own shoulders long enough.
You'll probably be hearing of our misadventures as we learn how to do this. If you have any ideas Id love to hear them. Were in the dark here, well almost :P Wishing you all a blessed day :)
Sounds like an interesting way of life. We are actually considering home schooling for our kids.
ReplyDeleteAl you wont regret it! My oldest is graduated now and Im schooling our second oldest boy... next year they are all coming home :) Best feeling in the world!
ReplyDeleteThat is a lot of land. Any good hiking possibilities on your property? That could be exercise in the near future.
ReplyDeleteI would love to own a property like that but I don't think I would like to maintain it.
MM
Yup MM... It is mostly woods and my house is atop a large hill over the lake. The state property goes for ever and ever, there are some wonderful 4 wheeling trails that could be walked also :) I kid you not, I live in the hilliest windiest road... simply beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteThats awesome Honey B
ReplyDeleteYes, it sounds great. You should rent it out to all of us bloggers as some "unplug retreat"...seems so peaceful.
ReplyDeleteWe home-schooled our three kids for several years, but they are now in public schools. Homeschooling is a great experience.
Have a great day.