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Don’t Cut Yourself Too Short – How to Balance Time and Finances
There are two things in life that are the hardest to come by – time and money. The last thing you want to do is
The Best 5 Garden Styles for Your Home
We all garden for different reasons. Some of us just love digging in the dirt. Some want the freshest food possible. And others have goals
Plan(t) Better with 7 Smart Garden Planning Tips
There is nothing tastier than a tomato, fresh off the vine, still warm from the sun. But to get those delicious tomatoes in June, you
You Don’t Need Permission to Live a Simple Life
Did you know you don’t need permission to live a Simple Life? Let me assure you. You don’t. I have a fascination with boxes. Don’t
Join the Conversation on the Porch - Living a Simple Life with a Back Porch View Podcast

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Annie Lewellyn
Blogger and Homesteader
The Farm Wife is the greatest website to lose yourself in articles on living a simple life, homesteading, and more. Her southern charm draws you in and leaves you wanting more. Being knowledgeable and entertaining in every facet makes this a favorite site of mine!
Road to Reliance

Kathi Rogers
Homesteader and Blogger
As a transplant to the South, I enjoy Julie's approach to Southern hospitality, her wisdom, and her guidance to making a home full of memories and charm.
Oakhill Homestead

Shawna Lance
Homesteader and Blogger
Julie is such a talented writer! Her style brings back memories of a simpler time gone by. I could spend hours pouring through her posts!
Home Grown Self Reliance

Amber Bradshaw
Homesteader and Blogger
The Farm Wife is the perfect place to start your journey towards a simple life. Julie is a salt of the earth person who shares her knowledge with others. From baking from scratch to raising livestock and everything in between, you'll find it on The Farm Wife.
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