by Shaye Elliott Paperback $24.95 The Elliott Homestead: From Scratch: Traditional, whole-foods dishes for easy, everyday meals by Shaye Marie Elliott Paperback $34.51 From the Publisher Welcome to our Family Table! Know the sources of your food and youll cover a lot of these bases quickly! Some friends of ours are expecting their second child and I was justelated! He's the other half of this homestead and though he sits beside me each day as I lovingly tend to the blog, he rarely makes a spotlight appearance on it's pages. It accentuates his tweed jacket and wrinkles and hangs in our living room. Its true. In fact, the other day my husband told me to go out with the pigs to get right, he knows me too well! Come tour the market garden, potager, and courtyard in April with me! They hear you. We plant and harvest, nurture and cull, say hello to newborn animals and goodbye to older ones, and pray that it all comes together from season to season. I love mothers. SE: Nature. And he's right. There are lots of things I do that might appear evil to other people but that is because they are using a different standard of good and evil, one I dont have to worry about holding myself accountable to. Great read! We werent meant to say goodbye to those we love or to witness the pain and discomfort of death. I will even use a coupon at Sonic for a free chocolate milkshake if I've got one. Your email address will not be published. And he's right. Part of me was glad I had the kids as they kept me busy and my mind off him being gone, but I can relate to locking the house down, having the loaded gun nearby, and loneliness of sleeping alone. and my hubby can still smoke his pipe with actual tobacco in it? Were a full time family, making our living right here at home, so theyre a part of it all. He has a beard. A poor example of this word would be the 132 ounce sodas from 7-11. and root beer? The wife eats delicious soft boiled eggs with herbs and butter and crusty bread for almost every meal because 1) it's delicious 2) it's nutritious and 3) it makes almost no dishes. The answer comes with a resounding no. Paste: What do your kids think about living on a working farm? Loved this post Shaye. Amazing Shaye, I giggled away and second every while the husband is away mine is away every 3 weeks for 3 weeks flying the globe I sometimes add The wife forgets to shave as there is no one who cares, and The wife lies texting the husband all night because hes been away far too long. Heres how to bake better bread at home. We primarily use honey, especially because we can harvest it right from our own land. But its because I think its outrageous when theres a photo of a rainbow bread made with 5 artificial colors and people say wow, this would be great for kids lunches. Oh wait! Maybe I should grab a tamborine. I once heard someone say dont ever be jealous of or covet what someone else has. If Im addicted to sugar then I cannot have that in moderation. One person believes he may eat anything, while the weak person eats only vegetables. What a better way to celebrate Tolkien than smoking a pipe while reading his masterpieces! And your husband is as handsome as could be with his pipe. It is sad that healthy food is the expensive food. For more of her work visit her blog JQLouise.com. Loved, loved, loved having those two around! Crazy times.Friday is my last day of work in Real Estate and starting next Monday, Im a semi-full-time-stay-at-home-mommy.Ill still be working outside of the home for, It was day-two of barn renovations yesterday and know I use the term barn renovation very loosely. From this space and effort we're able to grow and cook a lot of our own food. Then her BFF ruins the conversation by knocking her phone over and shattering her wine glass all over the living room floor. She also sleeps with a loaded pistol next to her bed for 1) cougars or coyotes who may happen to find their way onto the property and 2) people who sneak into her house at night. They see you. And I simply can't exist for a moment long without bringing it to the forefront for a bit of love and appreciation. Thank you for sharing and ENJOY that range!!! Yep, there is just something about southern men! None of us fit perfectly into any category we are individuals. You two are a great team. . I have all the brochures and I build my day dream stove about once a year. Did they need to become Jewish in order to be Christians? *This Q&A has been edited for length and clarity. I totally understand what you mean. I had to chuckle the other day when a reader commented about the photo of Stuart smoking a pipe (located in the right hand column). Oh, how I can relate. There is just something about southern men.love mine too. Very well said! Aaaahh, memories! Other Works | Publicity Listings | Official Sites. During the course of our basement remodel, my impossibly pragmatic husband Stuart was constantly reminding me to keep said expectations in check. I hope Welcome to the Farm encourages people to keep going despite the struggles. I totally get the trade offs,they are so worth it in the end. Luckily, I use small words and simple language. Plus Stu is incredibly handsome with his pipe! Here's the truth: I made the trade. I believe it was light blue and absolutely beautiful. Gluttony, as we all know, is a sin. The wife spends far too many hours watching romantic comedies at night because 1) she can and 2) there's no one to judge her for doing so. Its like, surprise! 2023 Paste Media Group. Stuart doesn't smoke his pipe all day. I too have an incredible husband (35 yrs.married) ,were unbelievably different but hey it works!!! , Also worth mentioning, we have no idea the finan, I love your priorities to family and food! Youll not get any judgement from me about what you choose to spend your money on. Though my lips are sealed on many accounts, we have much on the horizon for the year ahead and there is no one I'd rather share the journey with than Mr. Elliott. Or basically any Man vs. Food episode. Your stove is beautiful! I just hosted some family members for the weekend and fed them a great deal of top-quality food, much of it locally sourced. All Rights Reserved. Thank you for sharing your life with us. But it doesn't stop there: I buy real maple syrup instead of cable television. I too have a pipe smoking husband and we still get a lot of surprised people, Thats not healthy! . I love babies. Amen sister! And babies. Click to read The Elliott Homestead Newsletter, by Shaye Elliott, a Substack publication with thousands of readers. God Bless you and your sweet kids! In my mind it was simple. The wife remembers how much she misses his company, companionship, and touch. Rom 14:1 As for the one who is weak in faith, welcome him, but not to quarrel over opinions. I never learned to love literature, or reading, like he did, preferring rather to get my hands dirty. What was this post going to be about again? Everyone prioritizes things differently and it is so wrong to shame someone about it. Shayne Elliott net worth 4.45 Million Millions of dollars 88% Net worth score Disclamer: Shayne Elliott net worth displayed here are calculated based on a combination social factors. Stuart loves to welcome people into the house and treat them as proper royalty always serving himself last and giving them the very best of what he has to offer even if it it's the last of his favorite Scotch. I love it. Shaye Elliott is the founder of the blog, The Elliott Homestead. Welcome. This post really resonates with me! There are many great benefits to technology and social media, but I have found that the ability to give your opinion on ALL matters has brought to light the darkness of many hearts. I cant wait to see what the two of you create up ahead. November 2, 2020 - 34 Comments My husband almost spit out his espresso (just almost though because the man doesn't dare waste good espresso) when I told him the price of our Lacanche range. They hear you. He's hardworking. 3:2) We should, with Paul, proclaim the truth about our freedom in Christ from imposing regulations on ourselves that Christ does not while at the same time acting in love towards those who have personal issues with exercising those freedoms. And I love that about him. Food blogger Shaye Elliott, quit her 9-to-5 to start a homestead in Washington State with her husband and 4 kidsthis woman a foodie farming machine. ). Yes, we spoon. Haha. I do not even know how I ended up here, but I thought this post was good. I love the way you see life. I can only imagine how he feels after a long days work to sit and look at all you guys are accomplishing.each having your own part and yet working together toward the end goal! Shaye Elliott is the founder of the blog "The Elliott Homestead," which she began in 2010 when her farm was but a dream. My excessive coffee drinking may be a result of a variety of imbalances or emotional problems I'm having. Hospitality is important to us and he is an awesome cook. Then I told him that I'm rubber and he's glue and everything he says bounces off of me and sticks to him. We don't have to be overboard on anything. from there, my husband told me about r/homestead. And apparently I just love to eat way more than I love to drive a fancy car. The wife video chats with her BFF sitting on her bathroom floor while her little ones bathe pink tub, ugly shower curtain, and dirty clothes be damned. And it was also quite convicting. My husband lovingly reminded me this is quite a hefty topic to address. In her latest book, Welcome to the Farm,. 20. Shaye Elliott 256 Kindle Edition 1 offer from $16.99 Welcome to the Farm: How-to Wisdom from The Elliott Homestead Mrs. Shaye Marie Elliott 556 Kindle Edition 1 offer from $17.09 Einkorn: Recipes for Nature's Original Wheat: A Cookbook Carla Bartolucci 1,099 Kindle Edition 1 offer from $8.99 I think it would go equally well that you should acknowledge, Bethany, that they have that choice because of hard work. On their small farm they raise heritage pigs, sheep, a variety of chickens, geese, and ducks. You simply dont learn how to farm without massive shortcomings. Heres how to bake better bread at home. I love this! I buy real Parmesan in a large chunk (yes, it's expensive) instead of going to the movies. Hope that made sense lol. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); By Stuart Concealed in the world we have is a world greater than we can imagine- Mark Helprin from In Sunlight and in Shadow (here). I love that about him. But he works hard to provide for us and its the only thing he asks for in return. Oh no it's reserved for long walks and reading Tolkien. Shaye Elliott: We started by cooking. First, let me tell you more about him. Heres how to bake better bread at home. thankyou for your wise words! Save yourself years of bad loaves. For starters, its not exactly a barn, but since this is a farm,. It always amazes me how little people can think about food these days. My many baking flops are your gain. I dont know who you are but definitely youre going to a famous blogger if you arent already Cheers! Aww, so sweet! Regarding food laws I would agree that God is unchangeable and his law is still applicable today. The aroma and the relaxation has to be a part of him Does he enjoy it when he reads ? I do have envy for that stove. Shaye, I loved this post. I hear you & agree! A wee bit back, Stuart and our oldest two littles headed off to North Carolina to visit family. And thats okay! It's seen cars seats, toddlers, baby animals, and hay bales. wait wait wait. 2,064 likes, 40 comments - Shaye Elliott (@shayeelliott) on Instagram: "This is my love of a husband, holding a handful of eggs, saying hello to our beautiful Cecelia, t." Shaye Elliott on Instagram: "This is my love of a husband, holding a handful of eggs, saying hello to our beautiful Cecelia, the mountains of the Columbia River Gorge in . This is, hands down, my favorite blog. We do not live for ourselves but in everything live for Christ. Homemaker Chic on Apple Podcasts 219 episodes Rescuing the art of homemaking from the daily grind with red lips (and no jumpers). But for the most part we drink good coffee every morning, and buy free range eggs. teaching other people how to cook, eat, and celebrate from-scratch food. And without guilt. . But our biggest purchase is food and wine. And this would apply sadly to much of what we Americans eat nowadays. Jesus turned water into wine, and Im sure he enjoyed some of it, but in moderation to be sure. But still when it came down to it, I decided to keep the ol girl. Right on sista! Stuart was born and raised in the South. All Old Testament laws point to Christ. Shaye Elliott is the founder of the blog "The Elliott Homestead," which she began in 2010 when her farm was but a dream. I completely agree with that decision. verse wouldnt apply. The farm has a magic way about teaching them about the world and their role in it. Inside, the Elliott house is decorated in a charming, old-world country style. It's nice to live in a country where we can grow our business by doing something we love (teaching other people how to cook, eat, and celebrate from-scratch food! When we were traveling it was $1500 a month. I love your blog, thank you for all you do and all you share. Will I ever have sex appeal again? And memories are being made. I don't understand it. When I get stuck in a creative or emotional rut, I know its time to go outside. Likewise those coming from a Jewish food culture do not have to fear dishonor to God when they fellowship with others and eat with them. Because of your blog I bring out the good dishes. My pocketbook won. Or dress certain ways. I have been having a similar revelation myself http://anappetiteforcolor.wordpress.com/2013/01/19/for-the-love-of-baguette/. Artichokes. But I also learned that by loving people by freeing them to be who they are and not judging what they do, I am able to love them and see them as God does and all the good in them. 1Th 5:22 Abstain from all appearance of evil. We have to shut those things done completely and for good. And for the most part, over-consumption of anything (be it food, drink, tobacco, etc.) For example, let's talk about coffee. And comfort to those who enjoy a beautiful meal there. You NEVER know what is going on in their home to get it.. My many baking flops are your gain. I shan't allow it! (Honestly, I had a hard time even coming up with that list. Shaye Elliott. I'm thinking Stuneeds to be become AI certified. Great post. Milk should be raw and come from a local dairy where the cows have access to grass, as nature intended (again we make every effort to be that local producer). On a May morning, Shaye's kitchen buzzed with activity. And yes, we do eat healthy here on the homestead. Sorry I am OT, but it makes me sad to see that people feed their kids such things. It's just that simple. I've begged him to learn a Ray LaMontagne duet on the guitars, even though I haven't played in a decade and only know about four chords. Weve recently had to temper our food nazi attitudes quite alot in our household. You did a beautiful job saying what I have thought so many times. The more we grew, the more acclimated our tastes grew to these incredible fresh flavors. She and her husband, Stuart, are now developing their own little farm in the Pacific Northwest with their quiver of children, Georgia, Owen, William, and Juliette. I bought a bottom of the line Amana range because I looked at your Lacanche and thought how glorious that it has no nasty oven window. In these situations, people inevitably wonder out loud how much my husband and I spend on groceries, and I do my best to suppress the *slight* twinge of embarrassment I still feel when I confirm that yes, it is a lot, and much more than most people choose to spend on their food. Im not sure theres anything left to say that hasnt already been said, but I couldnt agree with you more! I'm so confused. We'll figure it all out in April But there's no one else that I'd want by my side than Stu when I'm bed ridden and fat and uncomfortable. Did they need to adopt circumcision, dietary restrictions, a sacrificial system of the OT? Paste recently chatted with Shaye about her new book, her passion for cooking from scratch, and her love of the homestead.*. PREACH!! She and her husband, Stuart, are now developing their own little farm in the Pacific Northwest with their quiver of children, Georgia, Owen, William, and Juliette. I read that it hurts your gums and that would be really sad Ive used baking soda for years but only like once a month or less because it is abrasive and I figured it ruins your enamel. Id rather go without other luxuries before Id sacrifice our health and happiness. Just about anything on Gods green earth can and I believe was intended to be enjoyed in moderation. The first morning, after their departure, I woke up to make a coffee all my own. One of my favorites is the black and white pencil drawing he did of J.R.R. What a beautiful tribute to your man. We buy the best olive oil we can from a specialty shop, and do a lot of our own cooking and baking. You'll find a hodge-podge of furniture and broomsticks blocking your path and Jim Gaffigan playing on the iPad while she sleeps (he keeps her company). Paste: Is it hard raising and then butchering your meat animals? Take care. Though Paul allows for a freedom of conscience and from guilt from others on these matters he still explicates the truth of the matter. You raise some interesting points. Its not that everyone can choose an oven over a car. If you have read this blog for long, youll remember that the Elliotts also had days in their early marriage when they were in the same place of choosing between bus fare and feeding their baby. But when you hear him play, you want to make music with him. 100% We are what we eat. On our small farm, we have a dairy cow (Cecelia), a flock of laying hens, duck, sheep, a lot of produce growing in our gardens, and fruit ripening on our trees. Ive been meaning to tell you that I just love your pictures. This providesher with awee bit of adult company after three days at home without leaving the house. Bon appetit! Amazing post! Its a lot easier now. But the teeniest successes, like our first homegrown onion, made those hurdles somehow worth it. Viva la clean kitchen sink! Does it get bitter from leaving in the seeds? Shaye, I love this post and I love your life. First off, it makes me laugh that we are so quick to put people into categories, perfectly labeled as we'd like them to be. I must say no if someone offers me something that he forbids. I totally get it. Just sayin'. I love your range too. i really hope this is a typo though. But his love for this farm, and for his family, runs deep. Blogger, home cook and author Shaye Elliot shares her life on a busy farm and her deliciously authentic dishes. I couldnt stop looking at it. Peter came to this freeing truth by way of Gods vision to him in Acts 10. When we're at friends' homes, we eat whatever they serve white flour, white sugar, hydrogenated oils, you name it. After all, if we're all about healthy living here on the homestead, how could my husband be doing such a thing?! ). Rom. This is my sentiments exactly. My husband has been away for almost a week and I can relate to so much of this! They look so real, like a glimpse through your eyes, the perfect moment captured. Reality Check: Sometimes I want to take the guitar and slam it up against the wall. Currently living in town, against our will, so that we can rebuild our finances. Tolkien. My dad smokes a pipe. There were no four year old hobbits begging me for a sip, nor a nearly six year old wishfully requesting a cup full of maple syrup for breakfast. You are such a gifted writer. Let not the one who eats despise the one who abstains, and let not the one who abstains pass judgment on the one who eats, for God has welcomed him. Oysters. It's part of my existence. Sorry too much information? I dont think you are a hypocrite. SE: There was honestly a steep learning curve. No regrets and I love to cook with the best! He loves to read and in his younger years dabbled in art and music. I buy fresh olive oil instead of getting my nails done. I think its something that needs to be said more often in the real food and foodie blogging world. Ha. Thank youfor the recipes you post-love them all! Dried fruits. Thanks so much for sharing! We would be a much healthier nation if we could flip the prices on refined white sugar and organic grass fed beef. Im always on the lookout for new blogs to actually follow, and thanks to this post (and all the others the I read before it) Ill be sticking around and coming back in the future. But oh, I am so looking forward to his return tonight! Secondly, and most importantly, the comment kept resonating a particular word in my head that many Americans can't seem to grasp the importance of: I'll say it again. Its interesting that I read this post today, as this past week God has been teaching me just how much I and people in general judge each other. He's a sucker for nostalgia loving to create feelings. You both are soooootalented/gifted of the Lord . It was very encouraging! We are in our 13th year of marriage, with 6 children under 12, in our early 40s. All the cheese. Shaye Elliott is the founder of the blog "The Elliott Homestead," which she began in 2010 when her farm was but a dream. Life with littles and chaos is well, it's my life. Heres how to bake better bread at home. SE: I cry every time. Our familys needs, safety, and happiness are his first priority. Much love from across the pond xxx. Hes the muscle around our farm too and has been so supportive of this crazy homesteading path Ive taken us down. Stu has a musical mind and the way it's wired the way it hears things is beautiful. Still love the man. I have a question about your new marinara sauce. I wholeheartedly believe that. Because one can never spent too much time with their spouse (ahem), I'm also slowly pulling this man I love into the dark side of blogging. Well said! Meerschaum pipes, especially, indicate consideration and attention in a smoker. SE: I absolutely love it! Thank you! I decided to focus on doing something I was better at like having babies and stuff. It makes my heart happy that we have freedom in Christ to enjoy food, not stress about it, and trust him with our health. That love will continue to grow stronger with each new baby & the work you share, as well as the random adventure I have a husband thats such a neat guy, the love he has for me & our kids shows in the littlest things, and I thank God for him everyday and mine plays the Mountain Dulcimer most evenings -I love it, along with the random songs he sings to me! As I said in this post, where God has not bound our conscience, others are not free to. In other words I dont have to abstain from what other people might think is a form of evil if it is not something God says is a form of evil. Party on rock stars. I am right there with ya! This is why. A lonely one was saved for later. And your health thanks you. You are actually unexpectedly reading two passions in one! We have many home repairs we could put it towards. Don't sneak into her house at night. Don and Ill have to come visit yall at the farm. I believe Gods food laws are still in effect, (He is the same today, yesterday, and forever) and the Bible has a lot to say about food. It's a bloody miracle. Don't expect the permit to be approved without jumping through . Here is an excellent teaching called Does God care about what we Eat? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcHukVMPC88 May Yahs blessing be upon you . I laughed and told him that I'm from the West Coast and that meant nothing to me. Especially when he makes me lattes. I remember when he and Alex visited us in Germany, he took my old, very dusty and unplayed guitar, replaced the strings and kept it with him that whole trip. Actually no. , What a sweet way to love & honor your manIm sure he feels the love you have for him & the deep appreciation for all the hard work he does around the farm, but its still nice for him to see you telling the world how special he is to you!
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