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At last the summer rains have come to wash clear the everlasting skies… I was working in the garden the first afternoon they began, sweating rivers in the baking hot afternoon. Hand clearing
Welcome to Earthsong Living-Where homesteading, heritage, and heart come together.
Earthsong Living began with our family’s hands in the soil—born from a dream in my heart and nurtured by the ones I love. Here you’ll find glimpses of our family’s journey — from the garden rows and kitchen table, to jars of preserved harvests, handmade remedies, and stories carried through generations.
As our roots have deepened, so has our vision, and Earthsong Learning has begun to grow — a nature-rooted, wonder-guided way of learning that unfolds alongside our homestead. From our garden to our kitchen table, these pages share the rhythms of our life, inviting you to wander wherever your curiosity takes you.
Cowgirl Candy (Candied Jalapeños)
Sweet-heat preserved jalapeños that bring a spicy kick to burgers, sandwiches, or cheese boards — my first “fancy” pickle.
Canning Potatoes (Dry Pack Style)
Dry-packed potatoes ready to toss into soups or skillet dishes at a moment’s notice.
Oven-Canned Butter
A rich, old-fashioned preservation method — creamy butter stored in jars for ready use.
Pizza Memories: Riley’s First Pie
At six years old, Riley was invited into the kitchen of an Italian restaurant to make his own pizza. Looking back now, it feels like a glimpse of the creative cook he’s becoming today.
Pressure Canning Broccoli & Collard Greens
Preserving greens for the off-season — a way to enjoy garden harvests long after they’ve faded.
Riley’s Lemon Gelato Dream
Pouring our homemade lemon gelato into the ice cream maker and waiting (not so patiently) for that first scoop.
Layer by Layer: Riley’s Homemade Lasagna
Riley helped layer sausage and our homemade ricotta into this lasagna—a full-circle moment after learning to roll noodles years earlier.
Fermented Garlic Honey
Sweet, spicy, and medicinal — a soothing kitchen remedy that’s alive with probiotics.
Meatloaf Magic: Riley’s Dinner Night
Riley’s take on a classic — shaping meatloaf and sautéing chard with onions for a side dish.
Taco Night Adventure (with Popsicle Dessert)
One summer afternoon, Riley took over the kitchen—making a full taco dinner from scratch and finishing with fresh strawberry-orange popsicles for dessert.
Milk Kefir: The Daily Ferment My Body Craves
Tangy, probiotic-rich milk kefir — my daily ritual for gut health.
Canning Carrots for the Pantry: Dry Pack and a Gentle Ginger Twist
Canning Carrots (Dry Pack Style)
Ceremonial Cacao
A rich, velvety drink made from ceremonial cacao — my favorite way to slow down and enjoy a warm, grounding moment.
Oven-Canned Cheesecake
A unique dessert preservation project — single-serve cheesecakes in jars.
Matcha Lemonade
A bright, energizing drink — tangy lemonade swirled with green matcha powder for a refreshing twist.
Carrot Apple Beet Garden Juice
Sweet carrots, earthy beets, and crisp apples blend into this bright red juice — a fresh, slightly sweet drink my body craves, and the perfect way to sip from the garden.
Meals in a Jar
Complete meals pressure canned for the pantry — hearty, flavorful, and shelf-stable.
Dehydrated Garden Staples
Bananas, moringa, ginger, onion tops, curry leaves, cayenne peppers, carrots, and bell peppers — a rainbow of flavors dried for storage.