What do Naked and Afraid, homesteading, gardening, wild foods, and curiosity have in common? A lot more than you might think!

In this episode, Mary talks with Alexandra of Barefoot and Breathing in upstate New York about her unforgettable experience on Naked and Afraid, living off the land, teaching children where their food comes from, and discovering just how resourceful we can be when we have to be.

Alexandra shares stories about surviving in the Colombian jungle, starting fires with flint and steel, making a heated bed from hot coals, raising animals, gardening, natural dyeing, and learning homesteading skills through travel and hands-on experience.

They also talk about wild berries, chickens, kittens, ducklings, cooking, getting kids connected to food and nature, and why you don't need livestock or a huge garden to start homesteading.

The biggest lesson? Homesteading can look different for everyone. It can be as simple as cooking from scratch, growing a few plants, learning about wild foods, or becoming more curious about the natural world around you.

Alexandra reminds us that experience and curiosity are two of the greatest teachers, and sometimes the most interesting paths in life begin when we simply say yes.

Find Alexandra at Barefoot and Breathing: Instagram: @barefootandbreathing Website: barefootandbreathing.net

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What does homesteading look like in Florida? Mary talks with Jess from The Coastal Homestead about raising three homeschooled kids, keeping chickens, gardening, raising golden doodles, and starting a flower farm on one acre in Central Florida.

Jess shares what it's like to homestead without traditional seasons, how she prepares for Florida's growing season, and why she started breeding golden doodles. They also talk about puppy genetics, raising puppies with young children, the joys of watching a mama dog with her babies, and the importance of giving puppies a good start.

Of course, Mary and Jess spend plenty of time talking about dogs, including Maggie, Mary's Australian shepherd, and the many ways our animals become part of our families.

The conversation also touches on something bigger: learning to let go of other people's opinions and being confident in the choices that work for your own family.

Jess also shares her new garden mail club, which sends seasonal seeds, growing guides, tips and fun extras right to your mailbox.

Find Jess at The Coastal Homestead: Instagram: @the_coastal_homestead Website: thecoastalhomestead.net Facebook: The Coastal Homestead

Thanks for listening to A Tiny Homestead!

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Mary welcomes Diane Graber of Montana Country Homesteading back to the podcast for a conversation about something Diane is passionate about: helping women build skills, create income, and become more financially prepared for whatever life may bring.

Diane shares how women can turn their talents, passions, and homesteading resources into income. They also talk about cooking from scratch, preserving food, stretching a grocery budget, using what you already have, upcycling, and finding creative ways to make life work without spending more money.

The conversation also turns to parenting, teaching children practical skills, the satisfaction of a job well done, and the importance of getting kids outside and involved in everyday life.

At the heart of the conversation is community. Diane explains why connecting with other women, sharing knowledge, and helping one another can make a tremendous difference.

Mary and Diane's conversation is full of practical ideas, personal stories, and encouragement to become more capable, resourceful, and connected.

Learn more about Diane and Montana Country Homesteading at MontanaCountryHomesteading.com or find the community on Facebook.

Find Mary at ATinyHomestead.com.

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