Category Archives: DIY

New Beginnings

Posted on July 25, 2012 by boxcarkids

Since the heat wave continues to hamper outside activities work on the farm proceeds slowly – we have cleaned out all the vegetation and trash from the run we plan to use and a neighbor is going to mow down … Continue reading →

Posted in DIY, economy, Family, Farming, frugal living, Homesteading, job search, kids | 11 Comments

Settling In…

Posted on July 22, 2011 by boxcarkids

But not yet settled! It’s been just over 3 weeks since we purchased, transported, transformed (somewhat) and moved in to our new home. It ought to be long enough to be settled but starting a new (albeit part time) job … Continue reading →

Posted in DIY, frugal living, Job, moving, recession, single parent, tiny houses | 21 Comments

Day 3

Posted on July 1, 2011 by boxcarkids

Accomplishments – with the help of a neighbor we pulled up all the carpet (odor source 1), pads and tack strips and pulled out or hammered down the staples.  I pulled up all the rusty broken floor vents and vacuumed them … Continue reading →

Posted in DIY, moving, RV Living | 9 Comments