Moving out to the country comes with a lot of perks—space, quiet, self-reliance—but it also asks you to shake off some habits you probably didn’t think twice about in the city. What worked in an apartment or suburban neighborhood doesn’t always translate well to land, livestock, and a slower pace. These habits can cause more…
Bringing home chickens sounds like a fun little backyard upgrade—and it can be. But there’s a lot that doesn’t get mentioned upfront. Once they’re clucking around your yard, you start realizing there’s more to it than eggs and cute Instagram moments. Here’s what most people leave out. They’ll Trash Your Yard Without a Second Thought…
If you’ve recently moved out to the country, one of the first things you probably noticed is that trash pickup isn’t automatic. You don’t roll your bin to the curb and wait for a truck. Out here, it’s up to you to get your garbage where it needs to go—or deal with what happens when…
Moving a mobile home onto land isn’t as cheap as most people hope. Sure, it can save you money compared to building a house—but only if you go in prepared. There’s a long list of expenses that hit before you ever move in, and skipping them can cost you more down the road. Here’s what…
Not every dog is cut out for farm life. You need a breed that can keep up with the workload, stay sharp around livestock, and handle the weather without fuss. Some dogs were bred for this kind of life and still shine when given the space, purpose, and structure that a farm provides. If you’re…
Nothing’s more frustrating than pulling a warm loaf out of the oven, slicing off a perfect piece… and then finding it dried out the next day. Homemade bread doesn’t have the preservatives store-bought stuff does, so it takes a little more care to keep it fresh. But if yours is going stale too fast, chances…
City folks always act shocked when I tell them I prefer country life. But once you’ve had a taste of space, quiet, and freedom, it’s hard to picture going back. I’ve done city life before (the first 19 years of my life were spent on the outskirts of Dallas), and I can promise you—it’s not…
Raising livestock in Texas comes with its own challenges. Between the scorching summers, unpredictable winters, and wide-open land, not every breed is going to thrive here—no matter how popular it is somewhere else. Some animals just aren’t built for the heat, the terrain, or the limited forage during dry spells. If you’re planning to build…
Starting a project in the dead heat of summer can sound productive—until you’re halfway through, sweating buckets, and realizing you’ve made your life harder than it needs to be. Some projects are better off saved for cooler weather, not because they’re impossible, but because they’ll cost you more time, effort, or repairs if you push…
It’s easy to slip your dog a bite of whatever you’re eating, especially when they give you that look. But some human foods can seriously harm your pup, even in small amounts. What seems harmless to us—like grapes or onions—can lead to real health problems. Whether it’s toxic ingredients, choking hazards, or digestive trouble, some…