True Grit: Appalachian Ways

True Grit: Appalachian Ways

@truegritappalachianways

“True grit" reflects the tough, never-give-up attitude often associated with mountain life — living through hardships, keeping traditions alive, and maintaining a sense of pride in one's roots. That’s what you will find here at True Grit: Appalachian Ways Contact me by Email at truegritappalachianways@gmail.com or by letter P.O. Box 138 Lawsonville, NC 27022

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Some Things Are Worth the Trouble… || November 2026
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One of the Last Times… || November 2026
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Too Late to Worry About It Now… || October 2026
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There's So Much More to See… || A Week on the Road || October 2026
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This Is What It's Really About… || Sorghum Season in Appalachia || October 2026
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A Tradition Worth Keeping… || Making Sorghum Molasses || October 2026
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Before the First Drop… || Sorghum Season || October 2026
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There's Just Something About Days Like These… || Sorghum Season on the Homestea…
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We Couldn’t Keep it to Ourselves || Corn Harvest & Sweet Sorghum || October 2026
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Better Than We Ever Expected… || October 2026
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It’ll Do in a Rush… || Building a Makeshift Furnace || October 2026
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Sometimes You Just Have to Wing It… || October 2026
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The Best Part… || October 2026
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Every Bit Counts This Year.. || October 2026
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Better Than a Snowball… || Putting Up What We Can for Winter || September 2026
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We Grow Our Decorations Too… || Fall on the Homestead || September 2026
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New merch in the store & the Foothills Farm Festival!
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You Can’t Live in a Data Center…. || September 2026
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You Never Know What’s Out There… || September 2026
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The Break We Didn’t Know We Needed… || September 2026
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It’s Just Good Healthy Competition… || September 2026
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You’re Always Fighting Something… || A Hot September on the Homestead
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If Something Don’t Change… || Freezer Beef & a Historic Drought|| September 2026
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The Quiet Country Life… || September 2026
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A Taste of Home & Sweet Memories… || September 2026
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It’s a Great Problem to Have… || Storm Damage, Pickled Eggs & Farm Life || Sept…
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That’s One Way to Beat a September Heatwave… || September 2026
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You Don’t Have to Do It All… || The Value of Community || September 2026
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If We Only Had One… || August 2026
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It’s No One’s Favorite Day… || Life on the Homestead || August 2026
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Morning Milking: A Shift in Rhythm, A Blessing in Time
Stories
Morning Milking: A Shift in Rhythm, A Blessing in Time

Sometimes the best changes come from unexpected places. This farmer's new morning routine—milking cows before the school day—shows how adapting to what’s available can unlock more time and build resilience.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Farms
3 min
0 0 023 days ago
The Art of the One-Stone, Many-Birds Hunt: Lessons from Appalachian Grit
Culture
The Art of the One-Stone, Many-Birds Hunt: Lessons from Appalachian Grit

Megan’s morning routine, juggling farm chores and family, offers a powerful parallel to the hunter's life: efficiency isn't just about time management, it's about honoring the responsibility of providing.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Hunters
3 min
0 0 023 days ago
The Quiet Rhythm: Finding Peace and Purpose on the Farm
Stories
The Quiet Rhythm: Finding Peace and Purpose on the Farm

Megan's morning routine reminds us that building a resilient food system isn’t about grand gestures, but about consistent effort and a deep connection to the land. It’s about honoring the cycles of nature and providing for your family and community.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Farms
3 min
0 0 023 days ago
Planting Season & The Rhythm of the Land
Stories
Planting Season & The Rhythm of the Land

There's a quiet satisfaction in getting your hands dirty and knowing exactly where your food comes from. This Appalachian homestead shares a simple day of planting peppers and tomatoes, a reminder that building a resilient food system starts with a single seed.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Farms
3 min
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The Daily Grind: Milk Cows, Fallen Trees, and the Great Nab Debate
Stories
The Daily Grind: Milk Cows, Fallen Trees, and the Great Nab Debate

Sometimes farming isn’t about grand schemes, it's about showing up, fixing what breaks, and enjoying the small victories—like a milk cow who's finally figured out the milking routine. Join Meagan and Andy as they navigate a typical day on the farm.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Farms
3 min
0 0 023 days ago
Planting Tradition: Potatoes, Family, and the Rhythm of the Season
Stories
Planting Tradition: Potatoes, Family, and the Rhythm of the Season

Megan and Andy share a glimpse into their potato planting tradition, highlighting the importance of family, honoring the land, and keeping the cycle of food production alive. It’s a reminder that building a resilient food system starts with simple acts of stewardship.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Farms
3 min
0 0 023 days ago
Mastering the Perfect Southern Cornbread (and turning a family meal into cash)
Recipes
Mastering the Perfect Southern Cornbread (and turning a family meal into cash)

Learn how to make the most comforting, easy cornbread from scratch—and discover how making extra for your family can pay for your next batch of groceries.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Chefs
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
The Daily Commitment: Finding Consistency in Pasture-Raised Life
Techniques
The Daily Commitment: Finding Consistency in Pasture-Raised Life

Whether it's the morning milking routine or managing a microgreens crop, consistency is the backbone of food sovereignty. Here’s how to commit to the rhythm of the regenerative farm.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Farms
3 min
0 0 03 months ago
From Rolls to Loaves: Mastering the Fundamentals of Dough
Techniques
From Rolls to Loaves: Mastering the Fundamentals of Dough

Whether you're making sweet rolls or a rustic sourdough boule, mastering the basic science of yeast, heat, and gluten is key.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
Sowing Resilience: Why Heirloom Corn Seeds Are the Backbone of Food Sovereignty
Techniques
Sowing Resilience: Why Heirloom Corn Seeds Are the Backbone of Food Sovereignty

Resilient food systems start with resilient seeds. Learn how planting heirloom varieties like Hickory King corn is a cornerstone of regenerative agriculture and local food security.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Farms
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
From the Soil to the Table: Lessons in Resilience from a Potato Harvest
Techniques
From the Soil to the Table: Lessons in Resilience from a Potato Harvest

Learning to harvest isn't just about digging up crops; it's about understanding soil health, seasonal cycles, and the power of community cooperation.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Farms
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
Maximizing Your Yield: The Simple Art of Growing Potatoes for Food Sovereignty
Techniques
Maximizing Your Yield: The Simple Art of Growing Potatoes for Food Sovereignty

Potatoes are a powerhouse crop, and learning how to maximize your harvest—whether from seed potatoes or last year's leftovers—is a critical step toward food security on your own land.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Farms
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
The Ultimate Weeknight Meal Prep: Crispy Whole Chicken for Dinner Angels
Recipes
The Ultimate Weeknight Meal Prep: Crispy Whole Chicken for Dinner Angels

Stop stressing over 'what's for dinner.' Learn how to roast a perfect whole chicken and turn one batch cook into multiple profitable meals for your neighborhood.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Chefs
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
Starting Your Day Detox: Making Every Sunrise Count
Techniques
Starting Your Day Detox: Making Every Sunrise Count

The simple power of a morning walk and deep breaths is the first step in clearing the toxins—both in your body and your home.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Wellness
3 min
0 0 03 months ago
When the Season Gets Tough: Resilience and the Rhythm of the Small Farm
Techniques
When the Season Gets Tough: Resilience and the Rhythm of the Small Farm

When drought and fire threaten the land, the true strength of regenerative farming and community cooperation shines through.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Farms
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
The Enduring Art of Making: Finding Rhythm in Appalachian Craftsmanship
Culture
The Enduring Art of Making: Finding Rhythm in Appalachian Craftsmanship

From the glow of the forge to the rhythm of the spinning wheel, Appalachian heritage is a vibrant celebration of human skill and tradition.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Artists
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
The Grind is Universal: Mechanical Prep for the Season's Work
Equipment
The Grind is Universal: Mechanical Prep for the Season's Work

Whether you're setting up a Hesston baler or prepping a Wood-Mizer, heavy mechanical work demands the same grit, routine maintenance, and planning.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Lumberjacks
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
The Rhythm of the Land: Finding Resilience on a Snowy Day
Stories
The Rhythm of the Land: Finding Resilience on a Snowy Day

When the weather slows down, the work doesn't stop. Homesteading is about maintaining routine, caring for what you have, and building resilience, one season at a time.

True Grit: Appalachian Ways
True Grit: Appalachian Ways
Rogue Farms
3 min
0 0 03 months ago
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