Country Living With Emma

Country Living With Emma

Author: Country Living With Emma Language: English Episodes: 389
Step into the quiet rhythm of life beyond the city limits with Country Living With Emma. This podcast is a gentle, firsthand account from Emma, a single woman in her sixties navigating the realities and rewards of maintaining a rural homestead. Each episode feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable neighbor, covering the tangible aspects of self-sufficient living-from gardening and preserving food to managing land and repairing things yourself. But it’s more than just a practical guide; it’s a thoughtful exploration of the mindset required for this lifestyle, touching on solitude, resilience, and the deep satisfaction of hands-on work. The narrative naturally weaves in lessons learned over decades, offering a unique perspective on independence, simplicity, and connecting with the natural world. Listeners will find a blend of personal journals, cultural observations on rural life, and quiet inspiration for their own journeys, whether they live in the country or just dream of a slower pace. Through honest storytelling, this podcast becomes a companion for anyone interested in the authentic details and personal growth found off the beaten path.
Episodes
Episode 58 -- Emma Moves a House Part 5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:26
This is the final installment of my house-moving saga. We completed the last project during the 2005 hurricane season. At the end I discuss how it relates to prepping and homesteading.
Episode 56 -- Emma Moves a House Part 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:43
My favorite old house restoration project. How my beginner DIY projects have lasted over the years.
Episode 54 -- Emma Moves a House Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:35
The first installment of the saga of moving and restoring an old house, including The Great Flood and The Ice Storm of the Century.
Episode 53 - Recreational Needlework [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:19
Why is needlework helpful, even if not specifically for utilitarian purposes? Using needlework to lower stress levels. and create beauty.
Episode 52 -- Utility Needlework [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:00
Why is it important to have sewing and needlework skills, especially in hard times? What kinds of skills are helpful?
Episode 51 -- Cooking From Scratch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:17
The benefits of cooking from scratch, plus a little history of processed foods and many things we depend on in the grocery store.