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6 Hard Truths about Homesteading No One Tells You About

No two years are ever the same in the homestead vegetable patch, and some crop failures are inevitable.

POOR HARVESTS

Homesteading demands early mornings, late finishes, and long hours.

heavy time commitment

The weather doesn’t always cooperate with our homesteading tasks.

unpredictable weather

Along with all that hard work, you may also find getting away for a vacation difficult.

minimal vacations

The homesteading lifestyle is normally very frugal, but hidden costs can quickly turn your dream into a nightmare.

hidden costs

Homesteading requires constant physical work that can strain the body, and injuries through everyday activities are unfortunately common.

injuries