Y’all know by now that Jordan and I have a bit of a plant problem. Every time I turn around, another tree, herb, vegetable, or random plant I’ve never heard of somehow finds its way onto the homestead. This week’s new addition? A New Zealand Lemonade Tree. Now, when Jordan first told me the name,ContinueContinue reading “When Life Gives You Lemons… Make Sure They’re the Right Kind 🍋”
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Black Turmeric?! Well That’s New… 🖤🌿
One thing I can say about life here at 1737 is that it is never boring. Just when I think we’ve got enough strange plants growing around here, Jordan comes home with something else that makes me say, “Sir… what exactly is that?” This week’s adventure? Black turmeric. Now, I knew about turmeric. Everybody hasContinueContinue reading “Black Turmeric?! Well That’s New… 🖤🌿”
Meet the Fried Chicken Pepper 🍗🌶️
Just when I think I’ve heard the strangest plant names imaginable, Jordan manages to find another one. Our newest addition to the homestead is the Fried Chicken Pepper. And no, despite what you might think, it doesn’t taste like fried chicken. In fact, the name has nothing to do with the flavor at all. TheContinueContinue reading “Meet the Fried Chicken Pepper 🍗🌶️”
From Patch to Pie: Jordan’s Latest Kitchen Adventure 🥧🎃
One thing about Jordan, if he grows it, he’s eventually going to find a way to cook it. And honestly, I’m not complaining. This week, one of the pumpkins we grew right here at 1737 Urban Homestead made its way from the garden to the kitchen. Jordan decided he was going to make a pumpkinContinueContinue reading “From Patch to Pie: Jordan’s Latest Kitchen Adventure 🥧🎃 “
A Taste of Bikini Bottom
Around here, every part of the homestead seems to end up with a nickname. Some make perfect sense, and some only make sense to us. But that’s part of what makes this place feel like home. Our pineapple patch is affectionately known as Bikini Bottom. Why? Because our oldest son loves SpongeBob SquarePants, and honestly,ContinueContinue reading “A Taste of Bikini Bottom”
🌞 Morning Harvest Magic at 1737
There’s just something about early mornings on the homestead that hits different. Before the world gets loud… before the emails, the calls, the to-do lists… it’s just me, the garden, and whatever goodness is ready to be picked that day. And baby—this morning did not disappoint. I stepped outside, not expecting much (because let’s beContinueContinue reading “🌞 Morning Harvest Magic at 1737”
One Last Class… For Now 🐓✨
Hey y’all, If you’ve been watching what we’ve been building over here at 1737, then you already know… these chicken processing classes have been more than just classes. They’ve been experiencing. They’ve been community. They’ve been real, hands-on, “this is how you feed your family” kind of moments. And whew… what a ride it’s been.ContinueContinue reading “One Last Class… For Now 🐓✨”
Like Christmas in the Garden: Blackberry Season at the Homestead
Hey Loves, Y’all know I love every season on the homestead… but this one right here? This one hits different. This time of year feels like Christmas to me. Not the kind with wrapping paper and gifts under a tree, but the kind where you wake up knowing something good is waiting on you outside.ContinueContinue reading “Like Christmas in the Garden: Blackberry Season at the Homestead”
Full Circle at the Homestead: Celebrating the Success of Our Chicken Processing Class
There are moments here at the homestead that remind us exactly why we started this journey… and this past chicken processing class was one of them. What began as a simple idea sharing real homesteading skills with our community turned into a powerful day of learning, connection, and hands-on experience. The last class was full,ContinueContinue reading “Full Circle at the Homestead: Celebrating the Success of Our Chicken Processing Class”
3 Spots Open for Our Donation-Based Chicken Processing Class
Hey Loves, Happy homestead greetings from all of us here at 1737 Urban Homestead 💛We hope this note finds you well, growing something, and staying encouraged wherever you are on your journey. 🌿 What’s Happening at the Homestead We are opening up 3 final in-person spots for our upcoming Chicken Processing Class, and we wantedContinueContinue reading “3 Spots Open for Our Donation-Based Chicken Processing Class”