For as long as I have been an adult, I've been attracted to a more simple way of life. I'm not sure if it started with my first baby when I realized all of his toys contained batteries, or if it is more deeply rooted in my rustic Alaskan upbringing, but I knew I wanted to live differently than how my life had become.The kicker for me is that I love nature. I love mountains and forests and rivers and wildflowers and the serenity in sensing it all around me. I love the idea of a small self sufficient cabin in the woods. The beauty and satisfaction of growing your own food, chopping your own wood, preparing your own meals, caring for your family naturally and organically.
In reality, I pile my five kids into the minivan, turn on the tv, and drive straight to Starbucks before handing over $200 at the grocery store and driving thru Mickey D's for lunch.
There is a disconnect from my ideals and what my life is today. This blog is about closing that gap (for me).
My name is Amy and I am a momma to five kids, partner to Reggie, and photographer.
The Homestead
Lovely homestead!! :)
ReplyDeleteAnd great for being aware of the situation & being decided to do something about it!! :)
I live in a semi-rural area & *many* Moms here /or their relatives!/ think disposable toys (with batteries!) & everything else that is tossable are 'the height of fashion!!
Will be looking with interest at this blog!
I absolutely love the blog. Simple living at it's best.
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I think this is such a great idea. I too live a different life in reality than the one I envision in my head. There's so much "convenience" available and not enough hours in the day it seems to embrace doing many things that I could be doing myself. But then again, as I was recently informed, the guy who split the atom? Only had 24 hours in his day too. Same for everyone else who's ever done anything phenomenal, so my whole "not enough time" excuse is pretty lame.
ReplyDeleteI totally relate you to about the disconnect between what you want life to be and what you are actually living out. But I am also working on closing the gap and look forward to sharing this experience with you all.
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