A Farmish Kind of Life

Today is an audio replay of the fourth episode of the Spicy Sisters; a monthly livestream chat between myself and Nicole Sauce of Living Free in Tennessee.

Today I chat about the image we portray to the world, and offer perspective on how that image helps, hurts, or maybe doesn't even matter.

Today is a possibly uncomfortable truth bomb view on the whole concept of what high school gave us a glimpse of.

Let's dig into (and get real about) the fallacy of self-sufficiency and self-reliance. For all our talk about "we can do it ourselves, we don’t need anyone"... we actually need other people in ways we don’t even realize.

Let's start the busy homestead season off right by making some big lists...and then letting them stare back at us to show what we've really got on our plates.

Today I give my two farmish cents about some popular food rules, and ask us to care more about what we put in our bodies... without stressing ourselves out.

Today’s podcast episode digs deep to ask about the things we need to admit to ourselves—both good and bad—in an effort to move forward in our journey through life.

Today we're learning how to grow a tasty treat for your chickens—sprouts! They're easy to make and you probably already have all the materials in your house already.

Today I discuss another way to think about the honest “what and how much” of the food you're eating, and it all has to do with money. I delve into rations, bank accounts, dinner plates, privilege... and lots more. Things are gonna get spicy. ;)

It's been a hot minute, but we're actually going to talk about something homesteadish on the podcast today! Today's episode puts together all the articles I just wrote for my new hydroponic gardening series so you can have all that hydroponic information in your lil' ears. :)

Families change as time marches on. Are you waiting for someone else to step forward and keep your extended family connected? Maybe you're the one who needs to step forward.

Remember back in the days when big family get-togethers were a thing? Let’s talk about how (or if) we can go back to making those our normal. Spoiler alert: I don’t think the answer is as simple as we pretend it might be.

We all have things we like to splurge on, regardless of what lifestyle we live. Let's get honest about money and whose business it is how you spend yours.

Egg prices. Shortages. Hiring issues. Is your focus on the random, angry reasons behind the situation... or the fact the thing is happening?

Some people make New Year's Resolutions. Some make goals. Some choose a Word of the Year. For 2023... I've got a big question.

Today's episode offers a little rant about the holidays, but also asks an important question (and gives a couple solutions) to help us with this sometimes frustrating and overwhelming time of year.

After being home for twenty years, I jumped the track six months ago and took a job outside the home. Six months later, I'm here to tell you about why it was a bit of a personal (but necessary) train wreck. This episode gets honest and puts my opinions, beliefs, and preferences about life right out there. No offense intended, but also... sorry, not sorry. ;)

It's super exciting (and stressful!) to imagine we are prepping for a world disaster or an encounter with the zombies. But 99% of the time, the ways our preps help us are far less exciting than that. Let's talk about one such situation our family encountered this past week. Not worthy of a blockbuster film, but far more realistic across the board. — Amy Dingmann, 12-7-22 LINKS MENTIONED IN EPISODE 222: Our ham brine recipe My (Rational) Approach to Start Prepping FIND MORE GOODIES FROM A FARMISH KIND OF LIFE: Monthly Snail Mail Newsletter: Subscribe here Books by me, Amy Dingmann: My books Social media: Discord, Telegram, Flote, MeWe, Facebook, Instagram, Videos: YouTube, Odysee, TikTok, Rumble

Today's episode digs into the things we like and value... and how that can make life tricky for ourselves and others.

You're not Ma Ingalls... but you are SOMEONE. Do you know who that is and what you want from your homesteading life?

What do preparing for tough times and talking about beautiful frosty leaves have in common? Maybe nothing. But I'm here to tell you that you can definitely talk about both.

Life changes, and so do priorities. Today we talk about shifting priorities, resulting guilt, and how to deal with life as it evolves.

Some people will think you’re amazing and wonderful and all sorts of goodness. Other people will think you suck. Here's why you have no control over any of it.

We all look at things differently because of everything we’ve experienced up until now. Today’s episode is about how perspective – yours and everyone else’s – is completely subjective, and how things can get really tricky when we forget that.

After a three month break, I'm back to talk about perspective, priorities, and how other people see you.

Things have been "different" at home. Things have been "different" in the homesteading/self-reliance community. When things get bumpy, sometimes you have to get off the road.

Sometimes you find a toad while weeding the garden and it gives you all the clarity you need. Let's talk about shifting stages of life and the importance of having a story to tell.

If you've ever thought about being a homesteader but weren't sure if you really "fit" in the "homesteader club" because of where you live, where you work, or your life situation, this interview is for you!

A few back-of-the-bike thoughts from a recent trip—as well as some changes that are coming to not only A Farmish Kind of Life, but my life as well.

Let's take a big picture approach and look at a bunch of time management tips to help us organize our day, our life, and our homestead better so we can do the things that need to get done.

A good reminder to think about our purpose and intention as homesteaders, especially if you're someone who shares anything about your homesteading life on social media or as a content creator.

Today’s conversation is with Matt and Kaitie from FarmHopLife. We talk about their beginnings as homesteaders as well as their 2023 plan to start traveling the country, helping other homesteaders with work that needs to be done.

"In any situation, I look for the work that needs to be done, and then I go do that." Seems obvious, but many times we *don't* do this. Let's see if you recognize yourself in these situations of overwhelm...

Audio replay from the third episode of Afternoon Tea with the Spicy Sisters, a monthly livestream between Nicole Sauce (LFTN) and me. We sip and shoot the breeze about mistakes we've made on the homestead, people who still believe the news, and how to make it through the craziness of spring.

Today I talk with Zeke, a young musician with an old soul who shares his thoughts on creativity, music, writing, having been homeschooled, and being an introvert.

Here are 9 things I took away from my week away at the Living Free in Tennessee Spring Workshop 2022. Big thoughts here, y'all...

Audio replay from the Farmish Friday morning 5-6-22 livestream. Topics include (among other things) planting fruit trees, the reality of bad eggs, and a reminder that you are "contagious".

Whether you consider yourself a beginner or an expert, Chef Donna has tips that will help you become more efficient and creative in your homestead kitchen.

A replay from an episode originally posted August 19, 2019. Interesting how we are talking about food shortages/prince increases again. Do you remember the last time we talked about that? Do you remember what you did? Here's some tips.

A replay from an episode originally posted March 23, 2020. Interesting to consider the lessons we are still learning, even though the "crisis" we face in 2022 has changed. Or... has it?

A replay from an episode originally posted April 13th, 2020. Regardless of what chaos we're dealing with in the world, my answer to the question is still the same.

Audio replay from the second episode of Afternoon Tea with the Spicy Sisters, a monthly livestream between Nicole Sauce (LFTN) and me. We sip and shoot the breeze about various topics, like spammers, fear and negativity, building community, and learning to be happy where you are.

Audio replay from the Farmish Friday morning 4-22-22 livestream. Topics include (among other things) hydroponics, wisdom vs excitement in homesteading, and creating midwest homesteading workshops/gatherings.

Today's conversation with Ken Eash focuses on your personality type and how it affects the way you see and relate to the world around you.

Do you notice what's happening right under your nose with people you care about? Or are you just watching what's going on out there in the big bad world? Here are a few of my thoughts about paying attention to the right things.

Audio replay from the Farmish Friday morning 4-15-22 livestream. Topics include farm journals, balance on the farm, and a very pretty mouth.

In today's interview, herbalist and mom Michele Marlow talks about autism, sensory gardens, and the outlet of comfort and peace that she and her son have found in nature.

What if "do what you can with what you have where you are" isn't a call to action, but instead, a cautionary request? Let's talk about knowing when to take on what.

Audio replay from the Farmish Friday morning 4-8-22 livestream. Topics include seed math, and time saving tips/fails, and when the internet is "internetty".

When you get to the heart of it, today's chat with Thecia from Ellis Family Farms is really about the importance of living FULLY until you take your last breath - regardless of age, situation, or level of support from those around you.