Hey there, homesteading friends! It’s been a little while, and I wanted to give you some updates and share a few things I’m super excited about. As the year wraps up, I’ve got some family news, changes to the podcast, and helpful resources I think you’ll love as we all start planning for the new year. So, grab a cup of coffee (or tea), settle in, and let’s chat about what’s been going on and what’s coming next.
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A New Grandbaby on the Homestead!
First off, I have some really personal and happy news to share with you! My daughter, Heather, just welcomed a beautiful baby girl into the world on December 21st—Rosalyn Marie. That makes me a proud grandpa for the second time this year. She’s absolutely precious, and I’m already dreaming about teaching her all about homesteading, just like I’m doing with her older cousin, who was born back in February. Having grandkids has been such a blessing, and I’m loving every minute of it—even though it definitely keeps me busy!
Growing Our Homestead Community
As many of you know, I host the Modern Homesteading Podcast, and this past year has been incredible for the podcast and the community around it. The Facebook group, The Homestead Front Porch, has really taken off, and I couldn’t be more grateful. If you haven’t joined yet, I highly recommend you check it out—it’s a great space to share stories, ideas, and advice with other homesteaders. It’s one of my favorite places to interact with all of you!
Big Plans for the Podcast in 2018
Now, here’s the part I’m super excited about: next year is going to bring some big, positive changes to the podcast. I’ve been working hard on creating a new membership area that I’m calling the “The Modern Homesteading Membership.” This will be a space where those of you who want more content and are willing to support the show can get extra goodies.
Making the Podcast Better for Everyone
I know you’re probably wondering why I’m launching this new membership. Well, honestly, it’s to help cover the costs of keeping the podcast going strong. From upgrading equipment to paying for website hosting, it all adds up. This membership area will give me the ability to improve the quality of the podcast and hopefully bring you even more value in the long run. I’m really excited about the future, and I hope you’ll be a part of it!
Podcast Episodes to Check Out
Since I’m taking a couple of weeks off to spend time with family and finish up the membership area, I won’t be releasing a full episode right away. But don’t worry—I’ve got you covered with some great episodes to listen to in the meantime:
- Episode 49: Planning Your Spring Garden – This is the perfect episode to get you inspired as we all start thinking about next year’s garden.
- Episode 57: Passing on a Homesteading Legacy – This one’s really special to me because it came out right after my grandson was born. I also talk about getting started in homesteading, even if you don’t have land yet.
If you haven’t heard these before, now’s a great time to catch up. You can find links to these episodes on the podcast website, SmallTownHomestead.com.
Setting Goals for the New Year
I know a lot of us are thinking about setting goals for the new year, and I came across a great free resource that I think you’ll find helpful. It’s called the Live Your Legend Goal-Setting in Action Workbook. It’s a 26-page workbook that asks some really good questions to help you evaluate what you want to accomplish in the year ahead. I’ve been looking through it myself, and I think it’s a fantastic tool for homesteaders who want to get organized and stay on track. You can find the link to download it in the show notes for the podcast.
Wrapping Up the Year
As we head into the holidays, I just want to take a moment to thank you all for being a part of this journey with me. Whether you’ve been a long-time listener or just recently discovered the podcast, I’m so grateful for your support. I wish you all a Merry Christmas (or whatever you celebrate) and a Happy New Year full of blessings and new adventures.
I’ll be back soon with more episodes, and I can’t wait to see what the next year has in store for all of us homesteaders. Until then, happy homesteading and God bless!
Feel free to check out the podcast website, join the Facebook group, and explore all the great resources we have to offer. I can’t wait to keep growing, learning, and sharing this journey with you!
