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I’ve never thought about homemaking in terms of lo I’ve never thought about homemaking in terms of loops before.
But thinking this way has quietly changed how I move through my days - how things get done, and how I respond when they don’t.

Loops are helping me finish things and stop spiraling when I fall behind...

This way of thinking is new to me- I’m wondering if it is for you too.
Most of our days are just loops we repeat without Most of our days are just loops we repeat without noticing.

I’ve been thinking a lot about loops lately - the quiet, repeating rhythms that make up our days.

Some loops support us.
Some drain us.

This week, I’m paying closer attention to which ones I want to keep... and which ones need to change.

What’s one daily loop in your life that’s helping you right now?
After much searching, we found the missing rooster After much searching, we found the missing rooster and got him safely back in the coop.
Everyone survived the drama.
The roosters remain unapologetic.

#chickendramaa #homesteadlife #roosterlife #farmhumor #realhomestead
Most mornings I try to bring the kids out here wit Most mornings I try to bring the kids out here with me.
I know it matters. Teaching them the chores, letting them be part of this life we’re building.
But sometimes, being out here alone feels really special.
Just the sound of the chickens, the sheep pawing at the door, the quiet before the day begins...
Slow living isn’t about doing everything together all the time- sometimes it’s about letting yourself have a quiet start, too.
Anyway… I just wanted to share this little moment from the barn 🤍

#morningchores #homesteadlife #slowlivingwithkids #reallifehomestead #quietmoments
I imagined it would all be candlelit mornings and I imagined it would all be candlelit mornings and peaceful farm chores…
instead I got chickens with opinions.
Real homestead life isn’t always aesthetic — but it’s always teaching me something.
Follow for cozy chaos, slow intentions, and life on a very real homestead 🤍

#reallifehomestead #slowlivingwithkids #homesteadlife #cozychaos #simplelivingjourney
Out in the barn with Pen and Maple 🐑 Yesterday I w Out in the barn with Pen and Maple 🐑
Yesterday I was doing chores in a t-shirt.
Today I feel like I need full arctic expedition gear.
If you don’t like the weather in Indiana… just wait a minute ❄️😅
#farmlife #sheeplife #midwestweather #indianahomesteaders #slowliving
Part 2 of 3 ❄️🐓 Poking a frozen teenage rooster wi Part 2 of 3 ❄️🐓
Poking a frozen teenage rooster with a stick until he slides off the coop was not on my bingo card.
One rooster is safely inside…
The other? Vanished.
#chickendramaa #homesteadlife #roosterlife #farmhumor #realhomestead
This was filmed a couple weeks ago when it was fre This was filmed a couple weeks ago when it was freezing 🥶
And we were all sick 🤒
I went to lock up the chickens, couldn’t find my two teenage roosters, and started panicking — until I looked up and found them puffed up on top of the coop.
Part 1 of 3 🤍
#chickendramaa #homesteadlife #roosterlife #farmhumor #realhomestead countrylife
Winter slows everything down here on our homestead Winter slows everything down here on our homestead-in-the-making — the chores, the light, even the way the snow seems to fall in slow motion. And I’m learning to slow down with it.

Here are 5 simple winter rituals that have been helping me create a more peaceful home (even in the middle of cozy chaos):

1. Step outside for 5 minutes of winter air

2. A warm drink in hand before the kids wake up

3. Add one handmade touch to the home

4. Tend something living- plants, animals, or even a sourdough starter

5. Bake something simple + comforting

And okay… #2 is absolutely the hardest for me.
Most mornings, the kids are up before I even know what day it is. 😅

But the few times I do manage to catch the quiet, wrap my hands around something warm, and breathe for a minute? It changes the whole rhythm of the day. A tiny pocket of peace that feels like it multiplies.

Slow living is about noticing the little moments that make home feel like home. Not about doing it all perfectly.
Even if we only catch them a few times a week. 🤍

Which of these cozy rituals would you try first?

#slowliving #seasonalliving

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Brown Butter Pecan Shortbread Bars (A Simple Cozy Dessert)

November 23, 2025

A simple, rustic recipe perfect for winter baking The Pecan Shortbread Bars As winter settles over the homestead and we shift into slower rhythms — hauling hay, prepping for colder nights, and making the house feel warm — I always find myself back in the kitchen baking something cozy. This recipe was born from a…

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Easy Homemade Coffee Rub Recipe (The Best for Ribs, Roasts, and Holiday Gifts)

November 1, 2025

Smoky, savory, and a little bit magical- the perfect coffee rub recipe for ribs, roasts, and more. There’s something so immensely satisfying about mixing up your own spice blends from scratch- especially one that smells this good. The rich aroma of ground coffee mingling with smoked paprika, garlic, and pepper just feels like cozy kitchen…

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The Best Cake Mix Hacks for Bakery-Style Cakes at Home

March 19, 2025

The Best Cake Mix Hacks You’ll Ever Need to Know I love making my kids’ birthday cakes, but let’s be honest—there’s already so much to do when prepping for a party! That’s why I always grab a box of cake mix to make things easier. But that doesn’t mean I settle for a basic, boxy…

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How to Make Deviled Quail Eggs

March 11, 2025

When my sister and her husband gave me two dozen fresh quail eggs from their little flock, I knew I wanted to make something special with them. Quail eggs are tiny, delicate, and packed with flavor, and since my kids love deviled eggs, I thought, why not make deviled quail eggs? These bite-sized treats were…

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Welcome to The Sleepy Hollow Homestead : a home centered lifestyle blog

I'm Heather - a wife and stay at home mama of 3. I'm on a journey to thrive at home & cultivate a home-centered life. Join our young homesteading family of four as we start a Zone 6 garden in Indiana, turn our aging 80 acre farm into a sustainable homestead using permaculture and regenerative agricultural practices, and DIY our 1865 Colonial revival Farmhouse into the home of our dreams. Along the way we're going to DIY, garden, cook from scratch, learn to be frugal, homeschool, thrift, eat healthier, and learn to really enjoy this thing called life.
I'm thriving after a rectovaginal fistula and am passionate about physiological childbirth.
Grab a cup of coffee or tea, and get cozy: I'm so glad you're here! Thanks for visiting!

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  • How to Get Your House Under Control When You’re Overwhelmed by the Mess
  • Slow Decorating: How I’m Creating a Cozy, Beautiful Home Over Time

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