This is the BIGGEST lesson I've learned in 2024. The cost of basic living necessities isn't going down and we have to find easy ways to combat it now!
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Sometimes homesteading can feel like a massive struggle, and you can feel burnt out and frustrated with the entire lifestyle. There are ways to deal with these feelings and Julia shares how she finds success even in the most frustrating homesteading seasons.
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How have you saved money this August? In today's episode, Aaron and Julia share how they have kept to their budget and also the ways they have failed this month. Staying on a budget can start to feel impossible, but having a plan and seeing where it has failed can help you to save more money in the long run.
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YouTube: https://youtu.be/F_YOqaMaxcs
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If you are looking for a flavorful and crunchy snack that is entirely customizeable, this recipe is for you. I searched for the best savory snack for my family and after some trial and error, it was unanimously voted as the winner.
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Can you store bulk food safely on a budget? Julia thinks so as she has built her own working pantry on a budget and that includes her current storage set up. She shares what she sources for good options for storing food for long term use and how she finds it on a tight budget.
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Apple (audio): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-75-farm-wife-sexy-life-bulk-food-storage-on-a-budget/id1636483681?i=1000666708999
Fountain (v4v audio): https://fountain.fm/episode/5zFaBZrly3DMwtsMCGbw
Moving from a two income family to a single income family has its challenges and rewards. On this week's episode, Aaron and Julia share how they have managed to adjust to the change and where they feel they are most successful.
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YouTube: https://youtu.be/OyHw8AIVz6M
Fountain (v4v audio): https://fountain.fm/episode/To5yvE373rjt3mtH6df6
The options for food preservation are endless. Through much trial and error, we have found the methods that work best for our family and the food we harvest.
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Can you really be successful if you don't work as a team with your partner? Julia shares why she finds goal building goals with Aaron to be a key to her best successes on her homestead and in her life.
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Apple (audio): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-74-farm-wife-sexy-life-importance-of/id1636483681?i=1000665941641
Fountain (v4v audio): https://fountain.fm/episode/3e9RPR1jYmLIMLew3JHG
Embracing frugality can bring much fulfillment to one's daily life, and today, Aaron and Julia share what they see as the main advantages to adopting a frugal lifestyle. A little frugality can go a long way to making some big changes to your current season.
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YouTube link(video): https://youtu.be/bPj6ZE3IKaI
Fountain (v4v audio): https://fountain.fm/episode/iULkIiOMPskAmeuQtEJh
It has been busy on our homestead and we are just starting the busy processing season. This time of year can be rough, but the rewards are worth the effort. Creating efficiency in our home and making to most of our efforts to be more self reliant take a lot of work. And a lot of canning.
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There are multiple versions of preparedness, and on this week's episode, Julia shares how she preps for her family on a budget. Ensuring your family can function doesn't have to be overwhelming or expensive.
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Apple (audio): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-73-farm-wife-sexy-life-how-we-prep-on-a-budget/id1636483681?i=1000665087015
Fountain (v4v audio): https://fountain.fm/episode/e9MuyknmpHMNQjES39t2
Are there disadvantages to a frugal lifestyle? While Aaron and Julia embrace the lifestyle they live daily, there are struggles with sustaining your thrifty habits.
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YouTube link(video): https://youtu.be/XDwBXVfd2oI
Spotify link (audio): https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hSks3IOSzstn3iBOyGtca
Fountain (v4v audio): https://fountain.fm/episode/0lu7y9yhztztT4JMcAuE
This is a great snack for the picky eaters in your life. You can get the costs down by the ingredients you source and this can be very budget friendly. This is becoming a family favorite.
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Does meal planning feel like an overwhelming and daunting task to you? Today, Julia shares her best tips for making meal planning work for you and your family. Meal planning can be more than just a time saver, it can also be a money saver.
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Apple (audio): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-72-farm-wife-sexy-life-make-meal-planning-work/id1636483681?i=1000664421552
Fountain (v4v audio): https://fountain.fm/episode/tGEAK7s24ahGZdohzdTU
Is $300 a realistic grocery budget? By cutting costs and applying frugality principals, we are able to keep our grocery budget under control.
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Is your homestead in a rut, or are you growing so fast you can't keep up? Today, Aaron and Julia share how they are identifying seasons of growth and maintenance on their homestead. They also discuss why this is important to identify as well as how they plan to make some changes in the future.
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YouTube link(video): https://youtu.be/ysgYTxZnENI
Fountain (v4v audio): https://fountain.fm/episode/NqrZ9Y7pGpsxywxA8yYb
What are your reasons for gardening? Today, Julia shares why she garden's for her family, and the reasons she would not bother with putting in a garden.
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Apple (audio): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-71-farm-wife-sexy-life-why-i-garden-when-i-wouldnt/id1636483681?i=1000663734122
Fountain (v4v audio): https://fountain.fm/episode/wm6aTDj8nqrkwToUBuDs
On this week's episode, We discuss how they were able to keep on budget for July. Saving money can start to feel impossible, but when you come into the month with a plan, you can reach your money goals.
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YouTube link(video): https://youtu.be/BkID-Ndq-eM
Fountain (v4v audio): https://fountain.fm/episode/YOnOCMYgk0VSE3yVhKOQ
Frugality can apply to all aspects of our life, including homemaking. Creating a place where your family enjoys being doesn't have to be expensive and this is my blueprint to being a homemaker on a budget.
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How are your 2024 goals moving along? On this episode of Rural Reliance, Aaron and Julia talk about where they are with this year's homestead and financial goals. Join them as they share their successes, failures, and how they plan to make the most of the rest of 2024.
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YouTube link(video): https://youtu.be/gpECc5FARJA
Fountain (v4v audio): https://fountain.fm/episode/qc6sqzkU5aBsTC6S491i