Hatching Chicks for the First Time: A Journey with Felicia!

By Samantha Nelson | Mar 14, 2025

If you had told me a few years ago that I’d be hovering over a broody little Silkie hen, excitedly checking on a clutch of eggs, I might have laughed. But here we are-our sweet Silkie girl, Felicia, is sitting on eight precious eggs, and the excitement in our home is through the roof! The […]

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The Softest Brown Butter Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies

By Samantha Nelson | Mar 3, 2025

If you’re looking for the softest, chewiest, most flavor-packed chocolate chip cookie, look no further. These Brown Butter Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies are a game changer! The nuttiness of brown butter, the slight tang of sourdough discard, and pools of melty chocolate create the ultimate cookie experience. If you’ve been searching for the perfect balance […]

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Keeping Your Chicken Coop Clean: Tips for a Fresh & Happy Flock

By Samantha Nelson | Feb 24, 2025

Keeping Your Chicken Coop Clean: Tips for a Fresh & Happy Flock If you’ve been raising chickens for a while, you know that keeping a clean coop is a must-not just for your nose but for the health and happiness of your flock. No one wants to visit a coop that smells like, well… a […]

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Raising Backyard Chickens: My Journey with Ameraucana’s, Silkies, and More

By Samantha Nelson | Feb 21, 2025

Raising chickens in the backyard has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life, and I’m excited to share a bit about the joy and learning that comes with it. For the past three years, my little flock has grown and flourished. I own a mix of breeds, including Rhode Island Reds, Blue […]

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Baking Cookies with a 5-Year-Old: Fun, Messy, and Totally Worth It!

By Samantha Nelson | Feb 21, 2025
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