Is it just me, or has it been quiet on the homesteading front? Except maybe for the lovely @goldenoakfarm who's had a tough run of late, but helpers have volunteered in this time of crisis for her family. Her quick, regular updates give a real insight into the reality of homestead life.

Things happening in the community.

Don't forget that October is mental health awareness month. @naturalmedicine now have a @hivebuzz badge that can be earned by shining a light on mental health.

Also in support of mental health awareness is @ecotrain with this week's question of the week being about shining a light on mental health issues.

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Some highlights of the week

Converting a garden or land to growing food isn't a quick and easy project, especially in a busy life. @wholeself-in is building a food forest in Florida one island at a time, to make the conversion more manageable. This article is packed with ideas.

On the homestead nothing goes to waste and @sustainablyyours has been preserving the green tomatoes before the cold weather takes them out.

@plantstoplanks is cooking and this time it's lion's mane mushrooms. However, it's more than just a post about that, it's a discussion on how we cook things that can make or break a love of a certain for and either expand our experiences or reduce them.

The ever practical @homestead-guru offers 3 summer maintenance tips for the homestead.

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