Springtime eating often leaves us wondering what's fresh beyond the classic salad—but May has plenty to offer! In today's episode, we're exploring vibrant and delicious ways to enjoy the seasonal produce that May brings to our kitchens.

We'll also dive into some early preserving projects. Plus, we're discussing why now is the ideal time to clear out last year’s pantry and freezer goods, with practical tips and inspiration for deliciously using up your stored harvest.

Resources Mentioned:

• How to Make Chive Salt

• Chive-Infused Oil Tutorial

• Join us on Facebook to share your favorite spring recipes and preserving projects!

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Summer means longer days, less structure, and more opportunities—but without planning, it can quickly turn overwhelming. In this episode, we share practical tips to create a relaxed, memorable summer without the stress or guilt about unfinished tasks.

You’ll learn:

• Why creating a brain dump works better than traditional bucket lists

• How to organize your summer activities into two easy categories: Fun (family memories) and Projects (home & homestead tasks)

• A simple strategy for designing a family-friendly summer calendar that reduces stress and adds predictability

• Easy homestead project planning to stay productive without burnout

• Practical dinner solutions for those busy, outdoor-filled days

• Quick household routines to keep things functional, peaceful, and manageable throughout the summer

Tune in to simplify your summer plans and focus on what truly matters: fun, family, and a balanced homestead life.

Mentioned in this episode:

• The Homestead Collective Membership for more practical resources, accountability, and community support

Connect with Brittany:

• Instagram: @brittanylgibson

• Website: thehomesteadchallenge.com

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In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Jillian from Sprouting Arrows to talk about something at the heart of the Homestead Challenge: remembering your why. Even though our paths look a little different—she homeschools, I don’t; she’s deeply driven by her faith, I have a different approach—we’re both working toward the same goal: creating a life that centers around family, simplicity, and purpose.

Jillian shares her family's journey from living on two incomes (and unknowingly overspending) to thriving on less than $50,000 a year—all while growing closer as a family and living more intentionally. We dive deep into real-world tips for living frugally, finding joy at home, breaking free from consumer culture, and overcoming the pressure to "keep up" with others online or in real life.

Whether you're dreaming of stepping back from the rush, spending more time with your family, or finding ways to live fully without overextending yourself—this conversation will encourage you and show you what’s possible.

What we cover in this episode:

• Jillian’s journey to frugal living and her mindset shifts along the way

• How living with less has brought more joy, health, and connection to her family

• Practical ways to save money without feeling deprived

• Homesteading on a tight budget: creative ways to build a garden and make from-scratch living affordable

• Managing technology use and building peaceful, present rhythms at home

• Handling extracurricular activities in a way that doesn’t overwhelm your family life

• Tips for battling comparison—both online and in real life

• Why remembering your why makes all the difference when you're tempted to quit

Resources Mentioned:

• Brittany: The Homestead Challenge

• Jillian: Sprouting Arrows

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