I love spending time outside in the warm weather months. There is nothing that centers me more than spending some good quality time in nature. When I am really stressed out, if I talk a walk in the woods, it doesn’t take long for me to inhale and exhale, expelling all of my stresses and worries … [Read more…]
A little over a year ago, the idea of Rustic Pines was born. It wasn’t a grand idea that popped into our head, it was more of an idea that grew out of an idea inspired by a chicken. Isn’t that the way all great ideas are born? One day you’re staring a chicken in … [Read more…]
Fresh off the drama of the last month, Katie and I resolved to resume life as normally as we could, and the best way we could, was to roll up our sleeves and get back to work on the land. We headed up late Friday, got settled in, and enjoyed the remainder of the evening with … [Read more…]
This isn’t a story about Rustic Pines, but rather a story about what happened when we arrived home from our last trip. Fair warning, this is a long story, but in our opinion, worth the read. After our incredible trip over the extended Fourth of July weekend, we sadly made our way back to … [Read more…]
Now that we’ve built the “tiny cabin” and outhouse, cleared the driveway and parking area, we’ve reached the point at which others can come and experience a glimpse of Rustic Pines. Two of our first visitors have scheduled to come up and Katie and I couldn’t be more excited. Later this month, and mid-next, mine … [Read more…]
Summer gets busy, busy for everyone, Katie and I are no different. Our crazy summer schedule seemed especially hectic over the last few weeks, so we were excited to escape to Rustic Pines for a couple of days of quiet chainsaw harmony and the beat of hammers. Obviously, neither chainsaws nor hammers are quiet, but … [Read more…]
It’s been busy lately… almost too busy. Katie and I just celebrated our one year wedding anniversary, and what a year it’s been. With the birth of Rustic Pines MN, we’ve hopefully not only put down roots for our future, we’ve developed an opportunity to bring us closer together as a couple. The simple comradery … [Read more…]
Summer time is prime grilling season. Aromatic smokey sizzling meat can be scented far and wide throughout American neighborhoods. Coinciding with the crack of a cold beer, and the laughter of people gathering to greet their neighbors that they haven’t spent time with during the winter months. A day by the grill often ends in … [Read more…]
I have a confession to make. Every time I leave Rustic Pines, it is becoming more and more difficult. I don’t want to leave, I want to stay and make it our home permanently. I consider myself to be a pretty patient person. I know we have a solid plan, and that plan will take quite … [Read more…]
Up to this point, we have encountered snow on every venture into our property. Don’t get me wrong, we’ve been enjoying ourselves, but it’s a bit like unwrapping a gift. We’ve never seen the land snow free and in full bloom. As the snow recedes, each time we walk the trails, the scenery has changed, … [Read more…]