I cant wait to see what the two of you create up ahead. He sounds so full of great character and talent, what a gift to your sweet family. Thank you! I have been making the same trade since the 70s. We like to feel good and we enjoy being healthy eating the way we do allows us to enjoy those things. Or dress certain ways. Vegetables and fruits should be purchased (or grown) as close to our kitchen as possible and we should eat a lot of them. I love your range too. You are such a gifted writer. 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. I am a Gentile saved by grace. Wow, Shaye. I'm infull-blown cookbook launch (have you ordered your signed copy yet? Consideration and attention being the forebears of moderation. Overall, its best to focus on whole ingredients and avoid prepackaged products. From the civil war conversations, to the way he plays his guitar, to his love for ambrosia and biscuits, as they say the South runs deep in his veins. , Also worth mentioning, we have no idea the finan, I love your priorities to family and food! Speciality olives. Shaye Elliott is the founder of the blog "The Elliott Homestead," which she began in 2010 when her farm was but a dream. For more of her work visit her blog JQLouise.com. Other Works | Publicity Listings | Official Sites. Mine is an IT/computer geek I get this dazed look all the time. The wife video chats with her BFF sitting on her bathroom floor while her little ones bathe pink tub, ugly shower curtain, and dirty clothes be damned. Oh no it's reserved for long walks and reading Tolkien. I know that took a lot of courage on your part. But oh, I am so looking forward to his return tonight! To which I say: Person who throws chicken poo, I appeal to God for standards. Let's talk about who my husband really is Y'all, let me just tell you about my bearded husband. Stuart was born and raised in the South. You all know who you are in the Lord. Your email address will not be published. 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. Just BE, people! My husband Stuart and I, along with our circus of four children, live on a small two acre homestead in Washington State. Sorry too much information? There are lots of differing opinions about coffee not even foodies can agree on it. Ive been meaning to tell you that I just love your pictures. Heres how to bake better bread at home. So well said, Shaye! To say I'm used to his company is a gross understatement. I have seen Him working and moving and blessing and inspiring and loving you all along the way. I dont think you are a hypocrite. I am so IN TO what you are saying that they catch me by surprise every time and, being an avid Tolkien fan myself, my heart leaps when reading such small tidbits squeezed inbetween sentences. And thats okay! I try hard to find the beauty daily in my crusty little farmhouse. Until our big move, Id never really noticed this in myself perhaps is accentuated by challenge circumstance. this post has blessed my soul! 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! They dont always enjoy it, but that doesnt bother me. But his love for this farm, and for his family, runs deep. What I have personally found helpful and the most biblically faithful on this topic is the approach taken in covenant theology. and root beer? Now, my oldest daughter has become the food nazi and Ive realized what Ive done (especially when she tells her classmates, grandparents, strangers, etc.) Paste: What do you think of the recent farm to table trend? Meat and eggs should be pastured and purchased from a local producer (hopefully we are those producers!). If I had a dependable car, Id save up for her, too! This post is so sweet! Homemaker Chic Angela Reed & Shaye Elliott Leisure 4.5 1.9K Ratings APR 24, 2023 My Seedlings are OK - This is a good one! But what about his pipe ? Stuart is also an artist. Maybe I should grab a tamborine. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); As we begin to prepare for the busy buzz of the holidays, I realize how easy it is forfinances to rule the roost.In fact, its pretty dang easy (without wanting, Its crazy times, people. They feed in the mornings, help with chores, help prepare meals, and even help with the harvests. Ive had stuff in my head about this topic before, but it never comes out right! Stuart is also a reader. We would be a much healthier nation if we could flip the prices on refined white sugar and organic grass fed beef. And Shaye, how in the world did you decide what color of La Canche to get? You deserve to have whatever you wish. *Blessings* ~Brianna. I also played, back in the day, but after meeting Stuart and hearing him strum, I quickly handed him my guitar and begged him to keep making those sounds forever and ever. I immediately found it on their website, got a quote and determined in my heart to one day have one. Once people realize that every carrotevery chickenevery egg comes from somewhere, theyre much more likely to make wise food choices that benefit their health and the future of food production. Loved this article, made me sad not to see Stuart this year as Im no longer at TRA. I love when mothers have, Itwas a small instance that triggered my emotions this morning. I dont have a farm but I make my own sourdough, I shop at the farmers market and am lucky enough to live near an organic farm that sells meat. Whether Im in the kitchen or writing my blog, heading outside to spend some time in the dirt always gets me back on track. Hubby was recently gone for 10 days (6 w/ no cell svc.) Breeding animals. Sure would. Ha. And i didnt even notice how judgmental we all can be on such little, insignificant things until God showed me. One person believes he may eat anything, while the weak person eats only vegetables. And while the husband's away. And your husband is as handsome as could be with his pipe. It will still be a while for me but I want what I want and I wont apologize for it! At the end of the day you are Responsible and accountable to each other, GOD and teaching your children and what you have steward. We'll mix up speciality cocktails and feature particular local ingredients in our recipes. Those danged ol pregnant women. - Shaye Elliott Pipe Smoking & 'Phood Pharisees'. Here is an excellent teaching called Does God care about what we Eat? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcHukVMPC88 May Yahs blessing be upon you . Oh, how I can relate. We'll figure it all out in April But there's no one else that I'd want by my side than Stu when I'm bed ridden and fat and uncomfortable. Oops Did I just admit that? And it was also quite convicting. All the cheese. Luckily, I use small words and simple language. Keep up the good work on all fronts . Cars will come and go but the meals and memories made on that beautiful stove will live on forever. Agree! With every purchase, every way we chose to spend the money we've worked for, we make a trade: this instead of that. I couldnt stop looking at it. Then I told him that I'm rubber and he's glue and everything he says bounces off of me and sticks to him. But the one or two we get to enjoy on occasion is a blessing. Enjoy every moment with that gorgeous range! The wife eats delicious soft boiled eggs with herbs and butter and crusty bread for almost every meal because 1) it's delicious 2) it's nutritious and 3) it makes almost no dishes. I love babies. God is good! I love this, Shaye! The persecution along the way can be considered all joy. And for the most part, over-consumption of anything (be it food, drink, tobacco, etc.) Don't expect the permit to be approved without jumping through . There is just something about southern men.love mine too. I shared this blog post on Facebook when Shaye first released it, and strangely it was the post that came to mind when I saw her this past week at the doterra Leadership conference, and it came up in my Facebook memories today, the day after returning home from the conference. Erry-night. I'm not being dramatic. Though I can't remember what it was regarding now, when we were dating, I explicitly remember being called a Yankee. Its a lot easier now. Thank you for so eloquently sharing your long-winded wisdom. Here's the truth: I made the trade. He's also a way better hand milker than I am Sally always preferred his technique to mine and thus, gave him more milk and cream. Shaye Elliott lives in Central Washington State with her family of six - one bearded husband and four lovely children (Georgia, Owen, William, and Juliette). Part of me was glad I had the kids as they kept me busy and my mind off him being gone, but I can relate to locking the house down, having the loaded gun nearby, and loneliness of sleeping alone. And good lord I need some new bras. While the husband's away. 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. We enjoy a big ol glass of red wine too, on occasion (like, when we can afford it). SE: I cry every time. Frankly I'm overjoyed that you're going to be sharing more of your personal thoughts with us. A lonely one was saved for later. 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. Its very true that absence truely does make the heart grow fonder. And where God has set me free, let no one lock me down! Well I am a bit late to the party but I say amen! Secondly, and most importantly, the comment kept resonating a particular word in my head that many Americans can't seem to grasp the importance of: I'll say it again. 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? Then her BFF ruins the conversation by knocking her phone over and shattering her wine glass all over the living room floor. You truly are a talented writer! I love watching your videos and I am inspired by the loving relationship you and Stuart have. 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. Shaye, I loved this post. 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. I dont smoke or drink but do enjoy them from time to time as I reminisce about how our forefathers spent their leisure moments in a world much different than ours. Ive been all about organic, Whole Foods before it was a thing. Ive got my work cut out for me to teach moderation and apologize for going full steam ahead. 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 . Farming A few years ago, Shaye Elliott, feeling trapped in her day job, decided to take a leap of faith. Whew. I had to chuckle the other day when a reader commented about the photo of Stuart smoking a pipe (located in the right hand column). It's hectic to say the least. LOL, Great to see a young man of faith and virtue enjoy a pipe once in a while in a natural family setting. Don and Ill have to come visit yall at the farm. The trees, leaves, bugs, fruit, flavors, smells, texturesI need them like I need air. Bon appetit! I buy real Parmesan in a large chunk (yes, it's expensive) instead of going to the movies. The farm has a magic way about teaching them about the world and their role in it. That being said, this is the world we live in and sustenance and dominion are a part of that. 261. My many baking flops are your gain. He's objective and honest. Save yourself years of bad loaves. Here I am,sitting in my house in Buckinghamshire,UK and your life is soooo totally different to mine but I LOVE reading your blog. Meat. January 29, 2013 - 53 Comments My husband lovingly reminded me this is quite a hefty topic to address. We have to shut those things done completely and for good. I feel as long as walk the walk 90% of the timeI got an A LOL. Welcome. You are a wonderful writer and Im excited for your book to be released. Paul exhorts those he is writing to in Rome not to pass judgment on one another over matters of opinion. I would like to say that I enjoyed the peace, but I was a total wreck! I too have my eye on a Lacanche range. Complete with french fries and an old-fashioned root beer (or two). I can't help myself. What a lovely piece on your husband and thanks for the chuckle when you are keeping it real. He's brave. Props for sneaking in some romantic comedies. You simply dont learn how to farm without massive shortcomings. But the man isn't happy unless he can curl up at the end of the day with a dense book. Viva la clean kitchen sink! Because of your blog I bring out the good dishes. And the color options about do me in. I think it would go equally well that you should acknowledge, Bethany, that they have that choice because of hard work. You guys are so creative and talented! I totally understand what you mean. But I did. That was three years ago now. Amazing Shaye, I giggled away and second every while the husband is away mine is away every 3 weeks for 3 weeks flying the globe I sometimes add The wife forgets to shave as there is no one who cares, and The wife lies texting the husband all night because hes been away far too long. Washingtonamzn.to/2ImLehiJoined September 2011 48Following 1,524Followers Tweets Replies Media Likes Shaye Elliott's Tweets Shaye Elliott @theelliotthome Jul 15, 2021 Actually no. I will even use a coupon at Sonic for a free chocolate milkshake if I've got one. Viva la fancy bras! Milk should be raw and come from a local dairy where the cows have access to grass, as nature intended (again we make every effort to be that local producer). 8:25-27 Eat whatever is sold in the meat market without raising any question on the ground of conscience. Somewhere in the word it mentions something like this: if Im with someone who doesnt eat meat make them lamboh wait that is from some Greek movie. Weve recently had to temper our food nazi attitudes quite alot in our household. Youre a normal person and you eat healthier than many other people. God Bless you and your sweet kids! Besides, depending of whats in the pipe, smoking in itself may not be THAT harmful Cheers to you guys! Will be placing the order soon. In some fundamentalists circles they might look at my card playing or cutting a rug as forms of evil, but those are extrabiblical standards that have nothing to do with what God sees as evil and the 1 Thess. You both are soooootalented/gifted of the Lord . It's quite incredible, as a parent, how used to the noise and activity you become. This short story inspired me a lot and how you love your husband. And I simply can't exist for a moment long without bringing it to the forefront for a bit of love and appreciation. Save yourself years of bad loaves. There are things pertaining to how to live for Christ that Paul indicates are a matter of conscience. You are now trying to impose YOUR standards onto me. Glad to know we arent breaking any laws here. Your email address will not be published. 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. 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. If we were drinking eighteen beers a day, well, not so much. Its wonderful to do our best to treat our bodies as temples and to make a huge effort to keep them healthy and put the beautiful, natural things of this world in them. Do you know how many times I use my stove a week? Wonderful post Shaye! Three! What was this post going to be about again? Stu has a musical mind and the way it's wired the way it hears things is beautiful. 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. 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. I wound up here after browsing through the blog for the past 30 minutes. Unfortunately, Im stuck with an electric stove I hate, but life is good otherwise. Meerschaum pipes, especially, indicate consideration and attention in a smoker. 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. Elliott truly does it allgrows and harvests her own vegetables and even raises and butchers her own dairy, poultry and meat animals. 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. While I flip through pages of Food & Wine and Harry Potter, Stuart thumbs through Plato andCalvin's Institutes. You may prioritize something else: sports, travel, fashion, home decor, shopping, what-ev. 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. verse wouldnt apply. I decided to focus on doing something I was better at like having babies and stuff. Right on sista! Dry Farm wine. 1Th 5:22 Abstain from all appearance of evil. Shaye I was around when you shared the first photo of that b-e-a-uiful stove. Don't sneak into her house at night. There are many great benefits to technology and social media, but I have found that the ability to give your opinion on ALL matters has brought to light the darkness of many hearts. This great nation of ours got its legs growing and selling tobacco and later spirits. It's time to put him to work around these digital parts. The house stays clean. We lost many animals and crops in our first yearsenough that would cause most people to quit. Easily judging them for what they are, or aren't, eating correctly'. What an amazing answer! You presented this topic simply and clearly. My husband Stuart and I, along with our circus of four children, live on a small two acre homestead in Washington State. And after six months of waiting for the build of our custom range, and paying an astronomical amount to get the propane piped into the kitchen, Madame Lacanche was finally settled into the kitchen in all her glory. Gluttony, as we all know, is a sin. And while I do not judge others for prioritizing other things, I am proud that my choices prioritize my health (and the health of my husband and dog) as well as support my local food producers who I so greatly appreciate. If you want to know someones priorities, just look at where their money is going. Paste: What do your kids think about living on a working farm? Its true. A poor example of this word would be the 132 ounce sodas from 7-11. We miss so much of what that person has to offer because we focus instead on what they do that we dont agree with, simply because we all are different. and doughnuts? Ultimately, its in HIS hands, not ours. Aka: brain food. Always an inspiration, and your words and photographs! Youll not get any judgement from me about what you choose to spend your money on. Most folks would not agree with this statement but like you so wonderfully phrased it, Moderation, moderation, moderation. Its like, surprise! I am right there with ya! I told him he was never allowed to be gone that long again! They hear you. wait wait wait. Inside, the Elliott house is decorated in a charming, old-world country style. I prioritize food the food I love to eat. Thanks for this post! On a May morning, Shaye's kitchen buzzed with activity. They see you. Maybe I don't actually know how the other half lives). Well done! You'll find a hodge-podge of furniture and broomsticks blocking your path and Jim Gaffigan playing on the iPad while she sleeps (he keeps her company). Congrats on your beautiful Range! But we've also been given the liberty to enjoy certain other things as well and in moderation, those are wonderful things. We can learn to savor these blessings. Since I began posting photographs of Madame online, I've received quite a few emails from readers. Like, a serious reader. 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. 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. His advice is twofold addressing both the weak and the strong in Christ. The dirt inspires me. . My hubby and I were just talking about this very thing. i really hope this is a typo though. You are totally spot on about that seeing but not seeing thing. View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro. The identifying markers of New Covenant Christians no longer include what they eat so that those coming from all food cultures can be Christians without having to change their diet. Collect Social Security and have a modest amount of invested savings to help make ends meet. My pocketbook won. And I believe there are valid arguments for such. Now I'm all distracted thinking about being gigantically pregnant again. 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. I have been here for a large part of the blog journey. 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. I was horrified! Managing expectations has never been my strong suit. I love mothers. Thehouse stays clean. We werent meant to say goodbye to those we love or to witness the pain and discomfort of death. I share my experiences of success AND failure with them. You raise some interesting points. All Old Testament laws point to Christ. But he works hard to provide for us and its the only thing he asks for in return. God hasn't bound our consciences with regards to drinking coffee and therefore, as a Christian, I am free to enjoy my morning brew as I wish. 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? He pours generously. Hey Stuart and Shaye! Id rather go without other luxuries before Id sacrifice our health and happiness. Gods law is about putting Him and others first, and if something we are doing looks offensive or may cause another to stumble then we need to be careful and check our motives. But we also eat the most incredible burgers from a local restaurant every once in a while. I think it is important to point out that if what you are doing does not break Gods standard of right and wrong, good and evil, then it cant have an appearance of evil to someone else unless they are operating on a standard outside of Gods law. Not that Ive noticed perhaps its the tomatoes Im growing? Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this. But our biggest purchase is food and wine. When we were traveling it was $1500 a month. The more we grew, the more acclimated our tastes grew to these incredible fresh flavors. But it doesn't stop there: I buy real maple syrup instead of cable television. First, let me tell you more about him. I want to be a part of it all. I'm thinking Stuneeds to be become AI certified. There was no privilege back thenonly hard work. shaye elliot's blog was the first one i started reading and actually what got me into homesteading about 4-5 years ago. But their mind is lost in a much denser place. As I said in this post, where God has not bound our conscience, others are not free to. Weekend Supper. And without guilt. On the bad side,I wish my Dad was like your husband, if he was, our family could have been together until now. For example, let's talk about coffee. And we just kept going! I love this and your choice on your home and whatever is placed there. Peter came to this freeing truth by way of Gods vision to him in Acts 10. Thats so precious! 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. Oh wait! Stuart loves to welcome people into the house and treat them as proper royalty always serving himself last and giving them the very best of what he has to offer even if it it's the last of his favorite Scotch. Im always on the lookout for new blogs to actually follow, and thanks to this post (and all the others the I read before it) Ill be sticking around and coming back in the future. 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. He releases into them and he enjoys bringing mental images to life.