This fall we only had one person attend our canning/homesteading seminar. But I’m sure Erin had fun and learned a lot. And being the only person, she got our undivided personal attention. We canned chicken stew, harvested tomatoes, extracted seeds from tomatoes to save, rinsed fermented tomato seeds and set them to dry, ground tomatoes through the Victorio tomato squeezer, talked extensively about heirloom vegetables and how to save their seeds, toured the orchard and the rest of the homestead, butchered chickens (included the maiden voyage of Will’s tornado clucker plucker, which worked VERY well!), and we answered a ton of questions. It was fun for us too, even though I was only a week past gallbladder surgery.
As usual, we parted on Sunday afternoon feeling a bit lost like we do when a member of our family goes home.
Now it’s back to homesteading, harvesting tomatoes that weren’t frozen by our cold snap, canning, canning, and canning.
Will’s busy installing insulated plywood panels underneath the walls of our addition. In the spring he’ll be starting to build the rock walls on top of the concrete footings using the plywood with wire attached as a backing for the rockwork. We know it’ll look great and keep the wind from whistling under our floor. — Jackie
So sorry I did not see this and post long ago. But, here it is, months later, and I’m STILL cherishing the memories of my time with Jackie and Will. Feel like I won the lottery, ha! These two have an incredible wealth of knowledge, love for their land and animals, and the humor and determination it takes to keep on task. I’m forever impressed and thankful to have had this experience. I highly recommend their seminars to anyone!
The Best to both of you! Erin
If you only lived nearer I would love to come and learn more. I’m a city girl trying to make it off the grid and loving every minute of it. – Margy
Deborah,
I hope you are healing well and maybe we’ll meet in the future.
That Erin was one lucky lady.
I was so sorry to not be able to come. I had heart surgery this spring and needed to stay close to home. I sure hope you have another seminar next year. I feel like I missed out on an extraordinary opportunity. Best of everything to you and Will.
Rue, that’s exactly what I was thinking. How wonderful for you, Erin!
Oh what a treat for Erin to spend one on one time with you and Will.
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