Hey there, darling! My name is Jess. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that's exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to the Roots and Refuge podcast, friend. I am so glad you're here.

Hey, y'all! Join me for episode 46 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. In today’s episode I’m sharing the importance of the balance of rest. Living on a homestead and living this lifestyle can wear you out, quick! Especially if you’re not being conscious of how hard you’re working, as well as how intentional you are about rest. Learn to take care of yourself instead of your body forcing you to do so (like I had to learn from). Links mentioned in this episode: The Hard and Worthy Work of Homesteading Check out past episodes of the podcast on the website. Remember, join our Patreon page to get early access to all our podcast episodes and monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), visit our Patreon Page to learn more.

Hey, y'all! Join me for episode 45 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. It’s official, the frost has come, and the summer is finally gone. For many people, this is a time of year that brings with it seasonal depression. In my life, I’ve experienced deeper levels of SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder), however, I’ve found ways to embrace these slower months and cultivate cozy. There’s a concept that comes from the Danish culture called Hygge. It’s defined as “a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being (regarded as a defining characteristic of Danish culture).” In this episode, I’m sharing some of the tips I’ve used over the years to help cultivate cozy and get through the dark, sunless winter months. Remember, join our Patreon page to get early access to all our podcast episodes and monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), visit our Patreon Page to learn more. Resources Mentioned: The Art of Hosting Well

Hey there, darling! My name is Jess. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that's exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to the Roots and Refuge podcast, friend. I am so glad you're here.

Hey, y'all! Join me for episode 43 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. Though I generally focus on sharing all things homesteading, food growing, gardening, raising animals, as well as using food (enjoying it, preserving it and sharing it), today's podcast is largely about the mindful relationship with the earth and each other. The theme of anything that I do... at least I hope, is to be mindful. To make conscious choices in consumption, interaction and engagement. I don't want to waste my one and only life, and that's what I hope to share today. Remember, join our Patreon page to get early access to all our podcast episodes and monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), visit our Patreon Page to learn more.

Hey, y'all! Join me for episode 42 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. This life can be a journey that's both exhilarating and frustrating. We want to learn all the new things and go to the deepest depths possible (but it always goes deeper), all the while never forgetting just how far we've come and being proud of the changes we've made over the days, months and years. I hope this podcast can be an encouragement to you to continue on, keep pushing forward, but always remembering where you've come from. Remember, join our Patreon page to get early access to all our podcast episodes and monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), visit our Patreon Page to learn more.

Hey, y'all! Join me for episode 41 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. I’m back with an all-new podcast today, and I have a special guest in the studio with me. Chrissy Marsh, from The Hope Homestead, is with me today to discuss her journey from homesteading in Australia to now homesteading in America. She and I have many commonalities that started us on our path of a more natural lifestyle, which ultimately led us both to homesteading. Come listen to her journey of acclimating to the U.S. and the differences she’s noticed. For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here. Or, to join our Patreon to get early access to all our podcast episodes and monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), visit our Patreon Page.

Hey, y'all! Join me for episode 40 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. If talking about feelings and obscure things isn't your jam, I encourage you to hang with me for just a minute. In today's podcast, I’m sharing a bit of my own mindset and how I experience wonder on a daily basis. Living life with my eyes open to the beautiful world around me. Though it’s not always easy, and I’m still a work in progress, I think it’s something that’s so important, especially in regards to the relationships around us. For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here. Or to join our Patreon to get early access to all our podcast episodes, monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), and to be entered into a drawing to win a trip to Roots and Refuge farm, visit our Patreon Page.

Hey, y'all! Join me for episode 39 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. This is a very special episode, as I have Miah’s Nana with us today. We actually recorded this in December 2022, and I thought I had lost the audio files. You’ll never know how thankful I was when I came across it the other day, and I know many of you have been looking forward to listening to this episode as much as I have been to share it. Join me and Nana as we discuss what it was like for her growing up in Newfoundland vs. what it’s like for today's generation (spoiler alert, it's MUCH different than we're used to). For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here. Or to join our Patreon to get early access to all our podcast episodes, monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), and to be entered into a drawing to win a trip to Roots and Refuge farm, visit our Patreon Page.

Hey, y'all! Join me for episode 38 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. In this podcast, I’m discussing the necessity and importance of accepting differences and embracing diversity in the homesteading community. I’m sharing how I haven’t been showing up 100% as my authentic self and how that’s affected me over the past few years. I’m also sharing what I’m doing about it now and how I’m speaking back against those who made me make this decision. For more information and any links mentioned (or to watch the YouTube video on a similar topic), visit the blog post here. Or to join our Patreon to get early access to all our podcast episodes, monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), and to be entered into a drawing to win a trip to Roots and Refuge farm, visit our Patreon Page.

Hey there, darling! My name is Jess. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that's exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to the Roots and Refuge podcast, friend. I am so glad you're here.

Hey, y'all! Join me for episode 36 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. Today I have Leah from Homestead-ish with me, and we’re discussing what it looks like to embrace uncomfortable. Both Leah and I know deeply that there’s something profound when following our own path, even when those around us are following a different path. Following God’s guidance can come with sacrifices, but when you know you're where God wants you to be, those sacrifices don't seem as big. I hope you find today’s episode encouraging wherever you find yourself on your journey. For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here. Or to join our Patreon to get early access to all our podcast episodes, monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), and to be entered into a drawing to win a trip to Roots and Refuge farm, visit our Patreon Page.

Hey, y'all! Welcome to episode 35 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. Daniel is back, joining me on the podcast today as we discuss creativity and how it goes hand in hand with our lives. We are all image-bearers of our Creator in our own unique way. I hope you find this podcast encouraging to embrace your creativity and let it loose in whatever way that looks. For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here. Or to join our Patreon to get early access to all our podcast episodes, monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), and to be entered into a drawing to win a trip to Roots and Refuge farm, visit our Patreon Page.

I am very much a dreamer that is living in extraordinary fulfillment of some of the dreams that, at one point, were completely impossible for me. Because of this, I’m much braver now than I was before. I believe when we share our story, it's like opening up the fruit of that dream and sharing the seeds with someone else. We can say this was sown in the garden of my heart and grew in my life, and it actually produced something. Let me share it with you! Join me for today’s podcast (episode #34), which was recorded the day after roasting our first batch of coffee at Beulah Roasting Co. For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here. Or to join our Patreon to get early access to all our podcast episodes, monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), and to be entered into a drawing to win a trip to Roots and Refuge farm, visit our Patreon Page. As always, stay up to date with everything new by signing up for the Roots and Refuge newsletter and the Carolina Homestead Exchange newsletter. For past podcast episodes, visit the podcast page on our website, Roots and Refuge.

Hey, y'all! Welcome to episode 33 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. Join me for a very special episode with my dear “family friend” Daniel. We’re discussing his journey to Beulah, how God has moved in his life over the years, as well as the special place he has in our life. For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here. Or to join our Patreon to get early access to all our podcast episodes, monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), and to be entered into a drawing to win a trip to Roots and Refuge farm, visit our Patreon Page. As always, stay up to date with everything new by signing up for the Roots and Refuge newsletter and the Carolina Homestead Exchange newsletter. For past podcast episodes, visit the podcast page on our website, Roots and Refuge.

Hey there, darling! My name is Jess. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that's exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to the Roots and Refuge podcast, friend. I am so glad you're here.

Hey there, darling! My name is Jess. There was a time that all I wanted in the world was a little farm where I could raise my family and grow our food. Now, that's exactly what exists outside my door. In watching it unfold, a new dream was formed in my heart – to share this beautiful life with others and teach them the lessons we've learned along the way. Welcome to the Roots and Refuge podcast, friend. I am so glad you're here.

Hey, y'all! Welcome to episode 30 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. In today’s episode, Miah and I are discussing the art of hosting well. Beyond just the art of it, we’re discussing why it’s important, especially as homesteaders. I’ll be the first one to say that hosting isn’t easy. It doesn’t come naturally to me, and there are some times when I’d rather not and just curl up at home alone. But there are so many benefits of hosting, including building relationships and community. We hope you enjoy today’s episode and are encouraged to begin (or continue) hosting people yourself. For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here. Or to join our Patreon to get early access to all our podcast episodes, monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), and to be entered into a drawing to win a trip to Roots and Refuge farm, visit our Patreon Page. As always, stay up to date with everything new by signing up for the Roots and Refuge newsletter and the Carolina Homestead Exchange newsletter. For past podcast episodes, visit the podcast page on our website, Roots and Refuge.

Hey, y'all! Welcome to episode 29 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m speaking to those of you who have ever experienced seasons of overwhelm. These words are words to myself and a reminder that these seasons come and go. In this podcast, I share how to recognize these seasons of overwhelm and what to do about them when they come. For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here. Or to join our Patreon to get early access to all our podcast episodes, monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), and to be entered into a drawing to win a trip to Roots and Refuge farm, visit our Patreon Page. As always, stay up to date with everything new by signing up for the Roots and Refuge newsletter and the Carolina Homestead Exchange newsletter. For past podcast episodes, visit the podcast page on our website, Roots and Refuge.

Hey, y'all! Welcome to episode 28 of the Roots and Refuge Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m talking about my favorite topic, once again… homesteading! The reasons why different people get into homesteading vary greatly. While my reasons may not be your reasons, I think there are oftentimes many commonalities between those who do step into this journey. Let me share my “why” with you in hopes you find some encouragement along the way. For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here. Or to join our Patreon to get early access to all our podcast episodes, monthly live Q&As with Miah and me (including past lives), and to be entered into a drawing to win a trip to Roots and Refuge farm, visit our Patreon Page. As always, stay up to date with everything new by signing up for the Roots and Refuge newsletter and the Carolina Homestead Exchange newsletter. For past podcast episodes, visit the podcast page on our website, Roots and Refuge.