How To Homestead With No Money
Many of us who homestead are not rich. In fact, some of us may be at poverty level or someplace in-between the poverty level and middle class. But, does it really matter how much money is in your purse or wallet as long as your basic needs are met? Even if you had more money than you know what to do with, should you go out and spend a small fortune? Of coarse not, we should be good stewards of the money or goods that God has provided us with. So If you want to learn how to homestead with no money, keep reading and I'll give you a few suggestions on how to make this work.How To Start A Farm With No Money
Starting A Homestead
When I think of a homestead, I think more about the lay-out (my plan) of what I want to do. I ponder on where is my garden going to be, what is the best location to put an orchard, my barn is here, I think I'll put my pasture there, This is the perfect section for hay, what kind of fencing should I use etc...Now that you have an idea in mind, lets start with thoughts of how can I make this happen when I don't have any money to buy this and that. Resourcefulness We should adopt an attitude of resourcefulness. Our plan was and still is to grow as much of our own food as possible. Our goal is for it to be organic/naturally grown. Unfortunately, we have few set-backs this year with the deer eating 90% of our garden, and my husband having some health issues and the possibility of him not being able to work anymore. Instead of getting discouraged, I started by thinking how can I save money on groceries? First, I can scan the newspapers for sales, use coupons. When I buy organic foods at the grocery store (green peppers, melons, tomatoes) I plan to save the seeds for next years crop. We have been blessed with lots of veggies from friends and neighbors that had bumper crops, I know they grow organically so I can save those seeds for next year.
This fence is a combination of being resourceful and creative. If you need fencing, can you use trees on your property to build it? If your roof has a leak (like ours), you don't have enough money to repair it, will a tarp temporarily work until you can save up the funds to fix it. Our poultry fencing is not working, we temporarily had to relocate our chickens to the root cellar. Not ideal, but for now it's working. Just in case you're wondering, no we are not storing our food and chickens in the same place. We've all heard the saying "Wear it out, use it up, make do, or go without"! Strive to live by this. Be Content Learn to be content. (This is biblical - Philippians 4:11-12) I know that sometimes this is easier said than done. I think this works better when you don't compare yourself to others or what possession you have or don't have compared to other people. Someone will always have a fancier car, a prettier home, more money in their pocket. But inside that pretty home, they may not have a lick of furniture, they may on the verge of bankruptcy and may be worrying about where their next meal is coming from.That fancy car may just be repossessed tomorrow. The job they have can be gone in the snap of a finger. Things aren't always what they appear to be. Quit comparing yourself to the Jones. Be happy with what you have. If you have a roof over your head (even if it's leaking) clothes on your back, food to eat. Good health. what more do you really need?
Creative Learning
Fence photo is the compliments of morguefile.com. Poultry photo is the compliments of svklimkin at morguefile.com cattle photo is the compliments of by NDPetitt at morguefile.com
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