The author shares their homesteading journey, teaching their children, and writing to pass down knowledge to future generations. They hope their experiences help others live closer to nature. Concerned about the blog’s impact, they invite feedback and offer homesteading books. Their goal is to leave a legacy and share wisdom from past generations.
Category Archives: Ozark Grannies Secrets
Cleaner Laundry and Solutions to Other Water-Related Issues on the Homestead
The writer discovered a way to reconstitute dry bleach with water and use it as a cost-effective alternative to regular liquid bleach for laundry, cleaning, and water purification. The product can also be used in gardening, as suggested in the author’s books available on Amazon. Additionally, the writer shares insights from their experience in the US Navy.
The Fruitful Corner Behind the Barn
Behind one of my sheds is a patch that I don’t have to plant, weed, or fertilize anymore. It can’t even be called a bed because it’s just a collection of plants that are growing as companions to one another. Every one of these perennial plants has a use. Some are for food, some for flavoring, and some for eating either fresh or cooked. In this small space, there is a plant that I can use for the next several months.
Crafting a Stable Bucket Pantry
The post discusses the importance of storing staple dry foods for long-term use and provides a list of essential items to include in a dry food pantry. It emphasizes the versatility of each item and provides links to recipes. Additionally, it suggests foraging for variety and offers a book on the topic.
We Were All Preppers
The post discusses the commercialization of the prepping movement and how people used to be more self-sufficient. The author describes their current efforts in gardening, foraging, hunting, raising animals, and learning various skills. Additionally, they have written books on vegetable gardening and other relevant topics to help others learn these skills.
My First Attempt at Tomato Pie
Until this summer, I had never heard of a tomato pie, but then I heard about it from three different sources. It is apparently a popular summer southern dish.
Making Garlic Powder
Garlic powder is used in many different cuisines. I use it in many dishes like spaghetti, pizza, goulash, soups, and stews as well as garlic toast to name a few. Because I had the garlic and often use garlic powder, I decided to make my own.
The Perpetual Homesteader 