I totally get the trade offs,they are so worth it in the end. You may prioritize something else: sports, travel, fashion, home decor, shopping, what-ev. Much love from across the pond xxx. While I appreciate Pinterests motivating creativity and attention to style, I tend to easily feel overwhelmed. All Rights Reserved. Peter came to this freeing truth by way of Gods vision to him in Acts 10. The bright side: hes not a fan of chicken so I ate chicken 9 out of those 10 days:) Blessings of safe travels and peaceful returns to you and yours. And yes, we do eat healthy here on the homestead. Homemaker Chic on Apple Podcasts 219 episodes Rescuing the art of homemaking from the daily grind with red lips (and no jumpers). Though Paul allows for a freedom of conscience and from guilt from others on these matters he still explicates the truth of the matter. There was no privilege back thenonly hard work. But still when it came down to it, I decided to keep the ol girl. Amen sister! *This Q&A has been edited for length and clarity. Your email address will not be published. And i didnt even notice how judgmental we all can be on such little, insignificant things until God showed me. Jacqueline Neves is a food and travel writer based in Boston. You did a beautiful job saying what I have thought so many times. But the man isn't happy unless he can curl up at the end of the day with a dense book. Shaye Elliott. With every purchase, every way we chose to spend the money we've worked for, we make a trade: this instead of that. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); On a homestead, there is no doubt the joy of life and the sadness of death. i really hope this is a typo though. 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. The only thing I would add is that sometimes our liberties must be balanced with love for the brethren in mind. and my hubby can still smoke his pipe with actual tobacco in it? And we do it joyfully and with genuinely glad hearts! It was very encouraging! Those whom you speak of have the same opportunity to choose to do the hard work to lift themselves out of misfortune. Party on rock stars. The persecution along the way can be considered all joy. There are things pertaining to how to live for Christ that Paul indicates are a matter of conscience. We would be a much healthier nation if we could flip the prices on refined white sugar and organic grass fed beef. I shan't allow it! the land your home and your stove so dont allow people to make you feel less than. Still love the man. And he slaves over a vision that's in my head for our farm a vision that undoubtedly is difficult for him to see at times through the chores and muck. My husband left with his dad and brother for a three day business trip a couple weeks ago too, only I had all four kids, and I despirately missed him! I'm a spoon with no other spoon which makes me just a spoon who is not spooning and what's a spoon to do without spooning to do? What a beautiful tribute to your man. We all have different priorities in life, and I refuse to feel any shame about prioritizing something as important as what I put into my body. My husband and I have only been married for five years. Sure would. 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. And without guilt. While the husband's away. SE: There was honestly a steep learning curve. I love this! I just sat stared at the mountains from the living room and contemplated life for a few moments before the toddler awoke. But they don't SEE or HEAR you. It accentuates his tweed jacket and wrinkles and hangs in our living room. Its like Im reading a short story. Its true. Dried fruits. We enjoy a big ol glass of red wine too, on occasion (like, when we can afford it). Paste: Why did you write Welcome to the Farm? Its a lot easier now. I do have envy for that stove. Paul exhorts those he is writing to in Rome not to pass judgment on one another over matters of opinion. Or dress certain ways. so, youre saying that even though we have a farm and raise our own food and try to be health conscious that we can go out for pizza? If I had a dependable car, Id save up for her, too! Farmer, food blogger and author Shaye Elliott makes an Herby Goat Cheese Frittata to fuel the hungry kids through their morning chores. My parents think its crazy that we feed our dog a homemade raw diet using ingredients of the same quality that we eat ourselves, which amounts to about $5 a daybasically the same amount that my father chooses to spend on his daily Starbucks latte. I love the way you see life. Aaaahh, memories! Were not too far from you in Washington, in the Tri-Cities. We have no idea if they saved for years or if they buried themselves in debt to get it. Don't expect the permit to be approved without jumping through . My many baking flops are your gain. 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. and wine? Agree! I can't help myself. Im happy to see that the farm to table movement is a stepping stone to getting people, at the very least, thinking about what theyre eating and where that comes from. I am right there with ya! Liked by Shaye Elliott I'm not sure this is the spot to send this, I'm not great with Tech, but my husband said I should write to you- not a question- but encouragement after your last FB post about not taking stuff so seriously. Im a grandmother now and the years help you see what your family remembers. The Pharisees, you see, were legalistic. Viva la cuddles. In these areas he allows for great freedom and exhorts both sides of a differing opinion not to pass judgment on one another where Christ has set you free. 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. He doesnt leave it suspended. Most folks would not agree with this statement but like you so wonderfully phrased it, Moderation, moderation, moderation. I love it. Right on on girlie!!!!!!!!! Home - Shaye Elliott Rom. I too have an incredible husband (35 yrs.married) ,were unbelievably different but hey it works!!! We're welcoming our new heifer Cecelia onto the farm in early Spring 2016 as well! Its not that everyone can choose an oven over a car. His advice is twofold addressing both the weak and the strong in Christ. Know the sources of your food and youll cover a lot of these bases quickly! For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. Romans 14:17 ESV. Rainy, but wonderful. Shaye Elliott is the founder of the blog "The Elliott Homestead," which she began in 2010 when her farm was but a dream. I couldnt see through the tears then ..but God placed us in our home now where I get to be around our grands 24 seven. And your health thanks you. About the pipe smoking: One of my fondest memories of my uncle is going to his house when I was very young, and after dinner hed smoke a pipe that had cherry tobaccowhile I never liked the smell of cigarette smoke (had to grow up with it) I thought the cherry pipe smoke smelled heavenly. Just BE, people! You had me cracking up over here in Wisconsin. My pocketbook won. When we were traveling it was $1500 a month. Congrats on your beautiful Range! But he believes in the beauty of my dream. You have such a clear way of writing about important topics. Luckily, I use small words and simple language. Paste recently chatted with Shaye about her new book, her passion for cooking from scratch, and her love of the homestead.*. We don't live too far out from town just about 20 minutes. and root beer? Reality Check: Sometimes I want to take the guitar and slam it up against the wall. THANK YOU! Frankly I'm overjoyed that you're going to be sharing more of your personal thoughts with us. Throw into that decision the eighty nine animals here reliant on us for their survival (not the least of which is a bull on loan), and it made it a pretty easy decision to stay behind with half the clan and all the barnyard. Shaye Elliott and the Allure of Homesteading - The Atlantic And babies. So, yes, it is nice. Amazing post! We just had a mini vacation to Leavenworth yesterday. Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Servings: 6 Author: Shaye Elliott Print Ingredients Carrot Cake 1 cup butter room temperature cup sugar (dehydrated whole cane preferable) cup honey 5 egg yolks 1 tsp vanilla extract- 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp cinnamon tsp grated nutmeg They look so real, like a glimpse through your eyes, the perfect moment captured. Now, if I'm drinking 6,384 cups of coffee per day, that may be a problem. Save yourself years of bad loaves. Very well said! You guys are doing a great job! 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. While the abiding principles of Gods character reflected in the law has not changed (God is the same yesterday, today and forever), the way in which we act in accordance with the law has changed which is consistent with our verbal profession that Christ has come. Shaye Elliott - Biography - IMDb SE: I cry every time. This Mom Quit Her 9-to-5 to Start a Farm and It's Amazing - Paste But his love for this farm, and for his family, runs deep. ???????????????????????? Managing Expectations - by Shaye Elliott Viva la fancy bras! PREACH!! I love this and your choice on your home and whatever is placed there. For example, let's talk about coffee. Oh no it's reserved for long walks and reading Tolkien. Ive had stuff in my head about this topic before, but it never comes out right! Im not sure theres anything left to say that hasnt already been said, but I couldnt agree with you more! Hes been gone only one night. Like, a serious reader. Shaye Elliott is the founder of the blog, The Elliott Homestead. I feel like saying something sometimes and sometimes I say it. Meat and eggs should be pastured and purchased from a local producer (hopefully we are those producers!). All the cheese. Rom. Managing expectations has never been my strong suit. 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. I would say that all OT laws still apply today; what has changed is how we observe them in light of the redemptive and historical reality of Christ. Many good memories will come with that stove. I agree with you in many ways.buught the pharisees, like you mentioned, were following their own law and not Gods. We do not live for ourselves but in everything live for Christ. On a May morning, Shaye's kitchen buzzed with activity. Cook on! Shaye Elliott (@theelliotthome) / Twitter I love healthy, nutrient-dense food as much as the next girl and for the large majority of the time, this is what we eat it's just a part of how we live. I have been making the same trade since the 70s. God Bless you and your sweet kids! (Ill admit I looked at the starting prices of your stove quite a while ago and nearly fainted but I would certainly drop that kind of money on a number of other things that you probably wouldnt!). Ahhh yes. Love this, great post! But for the most part we drink good coffee every morning, and buy free range eggs. We are retired. It's not like without half the family my days still haven't been plenty full. I love when mothers have, Itwas a small instance that triggered my emotions this morning. Come tour the market garden, potager, and courtyard in April with me! Aug 27, 2022. A car can only run so long, but if were healthy we definitely can out live a shinny car. I love to drool over the pictures of your beautiful stove. When I get stuck in a creative or emotional rut, I know its time to go outside. The wife counts down the days until his return because as nice as the soft boiled eggs, silence, clean house, and romantic comedies are, there no match for the utter delight she takes in her favorite human. During the course of our basement remodel, my impossibly pragmatic husband Stuart was constantly reminding me to keep said expectations in check. We can learn to savor these blessings. Shaye Elliott on Instagram: "This is my love of a husband, holding a The Elliott Homestead currently reaches over 100,000 unique visitors each month, averaging around 300,000 page views per month. Its very true that absence truely does make the heart grow fonder. Plus, the HARDEST garden job I have to do each year If you like it, Share it! I have been having a similar revelation myself http://anappetiteforcolor.wordpress.com/2013/01/19/for-the-love-of-baguette/. Here's the truth: I made the trade. Yes ma'am. and Yes sir. are prevalent in our home. Some people struggle with bus fare or just having enough to make it through the week. I laughed and told him that I'm from the West Coast and that meant nothing to me. Just never let him wear a smoking jacket, that would kill it. I can TOTALLY relate. Homemaker Chic Angela Reed & Shaye Elliott - Apple Podcasts 3:28, Col. 3:11, 1 Co 12:13). Wanna follow Shayne Elliott's net worth? Cars will come and go but the meals and memories made on that beautiful stove will live on forever. My hope is that the book will give people a comprehensive starting point for their farm, no matter how big or small. It reminds me of the wonderful times I had with my favorite man. For the earth is the Lords, and the fullness thereof. If one of the unbelievers invites you to dinner and you are disposed to go, eat whatever is set before you without raising any question on the ground of conscience. Welcome. Gluttony, as we all know, is a sin. Viva la clean kitchen sink! You simply dont learn how to farm without massive shortcomings. I commend you and your family for sharing your lives. Smoking and drinking has been one of the most basic of lifes simple pleasures for ages. Stuart is also a reader. 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). It doesn't have to be either/or. Keep up the tidbits of reality! I cant wait to see what the two of you create up ahead. My husband prioritizes TV because hes a football superfan. And thats okay! Family Table: Farm Cooking from the Elliott Homestead 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. I have a wonderful strong man, 20 yrs married now. We primarily use honey, especially because we can harvest it right from our own land. At the end of the day you are Responsible and accountable to each other, GOD and teaching your children and what you have steward. That's helpful! Id rather see it, feel it, and be a part of it then skirt that responsibility to someone I dont know. Wow, Shaye. I must say no if someone offers me something that he forbids. Shaye Elliott @theelliotthome I blog for all the nerds out there like me who enjoy things like preserving food, cleaning with vinegar, and cloth diapers. We buy the best olive oil we can from a specialty shop, and do a lot of our own cooking and baking. Pastel-colored eggs were piled high in a wooden bucket. But the one or two we get to enjoy on occasion is a blessing. It's a bit rough around the edges, the engine eats oil, and the body is a bit damaged from a few farm run-ins. It's quite incredible, as a parent, how used to the noise and activity you become. Im so thankful for this post, it gives me the encouragement to stay the course Ive been on, while still rebuilding. I love that about him. I wholeheartedly believe that. I wound up here after browsing through the blog for the past 30 minutes. Bon appetit! we (meaning I) jumped in with both feet and was too strict much to my familys disappointment. Ha. Though its far from perfect or easy this is the life we love. I'm infull-blown cookbook launch (have you ordered your signed copy yet? 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. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Yes to every thing that you said! Family Table: Farm Cooking from the Elliott Homestead by Shaye Elliott Well done! The Elliott Homestead Newsletter | Shaye Elliott | Substack So while we should respond in love to those weaker brethren and not cause them to stumble but rather build them up in love, I think it is always with the perspective of discipling those who are still living on spiritual milk to mature to solid spiritual food (cf 1 Cor. And memories are being made. 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. Actually no. Copyright 2023 The Elliot Homestead | Privacy Policy. What an amazing answer! 1 Cor. The only thing I would say about moderation is that there should be no moderation or management of sin. I know that took a lot of courage on your part. You are now trying to impose YOUR standards onto me. Do you just have a camera with you all the time to get such perfect shots? I agree wholeheartedly. 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. Copyright 2023 The Elliot Homestead | Privacy Policy, Click here to learnmore about our Family Table Cookbook. Ok, its if someone is offended by say meat eating, then obStain while you are in their presence in respect for their weakness. I will admire Mmes beauty in your photos and be thankful for what I have. Were a full time family, making our living right here at home, so theyre a part of it all. ). And I think that a guy smoking a pipe is super sexy. *Blessings* ~Brianna. I cant get enough of the amazing views from your home. Thank youfor the recipes you post-love them all! I hope I have treated it honestly and well and if you want to converse more on it Id be happy to. Shaye Elliott lives in Central Washington State with her family of six - one bearded husband and four lovely children (Georgia, Owen, William, and Juliette). 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. 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. Not all blessings look the same, and many people are privileged in ways that arent financial, with time or talent for example, so Im not judging having privilege either, but I do think it goes well to mention that you are fortunate to have some flexibility in your spending. Well said. Weve been married almost two years. 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 . A wee bit back, Stuart and our oldest two littles headed off to North Carolina to visit family. 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. This was so freeing to read. This is why. Somehow I am wearing ratty nursing bras from my sister-in-law.Played out, stained things with inch wide thick straps. Foraged mushrooms. He's hardworking. 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. Thanks for the giggles/chuckles! I am a Gentile saved by grace. Shaye, I loved this post. Viva la love! Loved this article, made me sad not to see Stuart this year as Im no longer at TRA. Bless youre good man. Whew. 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. I love your range too. I completely agree! Love and peace, Also, we often have no idea the financial story behind someones purchase. Viva la friends! But none-the-less, here I am writing it. this post has blessed my soul! Homemaker Chic Angela Reed & Shaye Elliott Leisure 4.5 1.9K Ratings APR 24, 2023 My Seedlings are OK - This is a good one! SE: Nature. Viva la clean kitchen sink! Stuart is an amazing guitar player like, seriously, amazing. 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. Well said! I can agree that Old Testament food laws are Gods standard for all believers. Props for sneaking in some romantic comedies. Anyone who is married to a literature minded individual knows the frustration they feel when looking into the reader's eyes and getting the empty stare back. Elliott now makes $500,000 a year selling to fellow "oilers." I have all the brochures and I build my day dream stove about once a year. Will I ever have sex appeal again? I found your YouTube channel and I am in love with your content! One person believes he may eat anything, while the weak person eats only vegetables. And this would apply sadly to much of what we Americans eat nowadays. I was horrified! You guys are so creative and talented! I had to work hard and save up so we could pay cash for the big purchase but we did it. I wouldnt trade that site of my grandma or that smell of tobacco that has so many memories with it! Oysters. Breeding animals. Paste: What do your kids think about living on a working farm? This very issue has come up recently time again and with others I talk to (specifically about my love of pastured pork, ahem), and I have found all the answer I need in Galatians. Does that sound cliche? We only use natural sweetenersno white sugar allowed. I'm not being dramatic. .I think 2010 is the last time I got to watch one of those in peace. I think Ill share the link on my FB page . Youre a normal person and you eat healthier than many other people. Kelli Scott | Malaga family sets "Homestead Table" | Opinion Love it Confessions are good for the soul and good for others to hear I dont try to be perfect- not gonna lie guilt does creep in on me, when I give in and eat that#%*+{so thank you I love my coffee as well. 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. Your stove is beautiful! I once heard someone say dont ever be jealous of or covet what someone else has. Do you know when the last time I sat in silence was? Keep well. Cultured butter. Sorry too much information? shaye elliot's blog was the first one i started reading and actually what got me into homesteading about 4-5 years ago. We werent meant to say goodbye to those we love or to witness the pain and discomfort of death. We have always prioritized our food and done without other things. On their small farm they raise heritage pigs, sheep, a variety of chickens, geese, and ducks. I know I have been quick to judge others over things that are essentially *not* that importan, but its definitely something I truly try to work on. , Also worth mentioning, we have no idea the finan, I love your priorities to family and food! Weve had people think we were crazy and yes, weve thought that about others as well. liberties must be balanced with a love of the brethren in mind. I think this is certainly true and represents an aspect of mature Christianity. Rather, in many ways, we are as one. 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. Though I'm sure these facts linger about in various posts over the years, let's just set a backdrop for who this bearded husband is. Shaye Cohn with her Dad, Joe Cohn and Zaid Nasser playing modern jazz. And I believe there are valid arguments for such. Totally relate to that hey I can eat whatever I want without him here, but now Im all alone etc feeling. My husband and I were shopping a couple months ago for appliances for our new home build and the place we went to had a LaCanche Range. It didnt take long to realize that ingredients were most delicious when they were plucked from our own soil. (Honestly, I had a hard time even coming up with that list. I will say though, that not everyone does have a choice. Save yourself years of bad loaves. I just hosted some family members for the weekend and fed them a great deal of top-quality food, much of it locally sourced. Amen sista. LOL, Great to see a young man of faith and virtue enjoy a pipe once in a while in a natural family setting. 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. He sounds so full of great character and talent, what a gift to your sweet family. And that's a good thing. Your stove is an investment for now and for future generations all wrapped up in classy style! So we don't over consume. Until our big move, Id never really noticed this in myself perhaps is accentuated by challenge circumstance. Aka: brain food. I needed to hear this comment and to be able to share this wisdom. , 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! I decided to focus on doing something I was better at like having babies and stuff. Though I can't remember what it was regarding now, when we were dating, I explicitly remember being called a Yankee. We like to feel good and we enjoy being healthy eating the way we do allows us to enjoy those things. 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. Our familys needs, safety, and happiness are his first priority. It is sad that healthy food is the expensive food. I've faced this before I remember being told that because I was country' I couldn't listen to certain types of music. There is just something about southern men.love mine too. Sign up to have it all delivered right to your inbox! Loved this post Shaye. Amen. She is a beekeeper, avid gardener, and spends much of her summer preserving a variety of foods for the winter larder. 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!
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