Grounded in the Middle.

Hey there friends! Today I'm giving a quick update on what is new out here in the middle, sharing some firsts that occurred this past weekend, and sharing thoughts around straddling the season we're in and being intentional how you move forward into the holiday season. I'm so glad you're here! Connect Instagram Facebook Website

We’ve been asked a lot if our home is haunted, especially around Halloween. So today I’m going to be sharing some stories of experiences we’ve had around the homestead that have made us say, “hmmmmm.”  {Let's Connect} Find me on Instagram Visit Farmhouse Storyteller {Let's collaborate} Email danielle@farmhousestoryteller.com

Silos are like blinders on a horse. Just as blinders on a horse restrict its field of vision, silos restrict one's perspective, limiting the view to only what's directly in front. Tune in to this episode for conversation where thoughts are shared on the benefits of stepping out of a silo you may find yourself or community in. Connect at: Farmhouse Storyteller Instagram Facebook Email: dani...

Nichole is a recovering perfectionist, anxiety-fighter, and seeker of all things declared good. She desires for others to know that they are created for a purpose and that even the struggle of anxiety can be a tool to help point us to our Savior and live a life that brings Him glory. Nichole has contributed to several devotionals, one of which includes Freedom from Worry through Proverbs 31 Minist...

If you need a dose of hope, you're in the right place. This week I'm giving an update on things around the homestead from a beautiful surprise and completed projects. But most importantly an update on how God has been revealing Himself in a really difficult season. Let's Connect Instagram Facebook Farmhouse Storyteller Website Email: danielle@farmhousestoryteller.com

In this podcast episode, we meet Emily Mullen, a 24-year-old who has taken the reins of her family's dairy farm in Butler County, Ohio. Against initial discouragement, Emily transformed the aging farm into a modern facility where they now not only bottle their own milk but also produce milk-based soaps and lotions. Emily's journey hasn't been without challenges, but she's determine...

About Brett Ivy My name is Brett, I’m the Chaos Coordinator aka the millennial mom trying my best to get this internet stuff done. I may also be the reason we, are here on our journey to use what nature has provided to thrive while we learn to preserve the past to create a more sustainable & sovereign future for our family. Bobby, my husband, and I are first generation homesteaders. We live he...

In this week's podcast episode, I'm joined with Elizabeth Finkelstein, founder of Cheap Old Houses. Together, Elizabeth and her husband Ethan embark on a journey to challenge the conventional American dream and prove that a satisfying and beautiful life doesn't have to come with a hefty price tag. The Finkelstein's believe that you don't need to purchase a million-dollar house and drown in debt to...

RICKEY HILL The Baseball Legend and Inspiration for THE HILL movie-In Theaters August 25th! Born in Fort Worth, Texas to a poor Baptist preacher, Rickey Hill’s life was a symphony of trials. Despite adversity, from poverty, bullying due to the braces on his legs, and balancing expectations and dreams, Rickey’s relentless pursuit of his passion in baseball made him one of the greatest hitters the g...

You may know her from Good Morning America or The View special guest, Paula Faris joins me on the podcast today to talk about her new book, "You Don't Have to Carry It All." In Paula Faris's most important reporting yet,  You Don't Have to Carry It All  reveals a game plan that will not only make being a working mom "work" but will also reveal how and why society ne...

This week I'm joined on the front porch with Shaucuana Knight, owner of Cora's Cakery. Baking has always been a hobby turned career in August 2020. Cora's Cakery was created to honor her grandmother, do something that she loves and to make a difference in the community. The mission of Cora's Cakery is to create an elegantly delicious experience for their customers. On this podcast...

Meet Amy Doyle and Jayme Kuenkel, founders and best friends of Charm at the Farm. Charm at the Farm is an open-air shopping vintage market located on a 56-acre farm in Lebanon, OH, just north of Cincinnati. The best local artisans and shops come together only three fabulous weekends a year exclusively at Charm at the Farm. This innovative market provides rustic gifts, furniture, and home decor all...

On today's show, we are delighted to have Megan Day, a renowned Health & Wellness Coach, who has been making a significant impact in the field. Megan is not only Board Certified but also holds a special place in the NBC-HWC community. With her expertise and passion for empowering individuals, she has become a beacon of inspiration for those seeking actionable and realistic change in their...

Today I'm joined on the front porch virtually with DIYer Jessie Way or as many know her as The Good Wrench online and on social media. In addition to having a love of design and decor she is a wife, a mother, a dog mom, and an avid DIYer. Having grown up alongside her father who showed her how to build and create with her own two hands and a shop teacher who ignited a spark from within, Jessi...

This episode is sponsored by Petra Tools visit, www.petratools.com to find tools and solutions you will come to depend on. Listen in to the last part of this 3-part series, "Did you know your home was a part of the Underground Railroad." In celebration of International Underground Railroad month, I thought it would be an appropriate time to share about our 185-year-old-house and the rumo...

This episode is sponsored by Petra Tools visit, www.petratools.com to find tools and solutions you will come to depend on. There is more to be shared on the lives of those who came before us and how this small farming community played a role in the Underground Railroad. Today you'll learn about Rev. Thomas Craven, a staunch abolitionist, and how his connection to the Wehr family that will make...

This episode is sponsored by Petra Tools visit, www.petratools.com to find tools and solutions you will come to depend on. I am sharing the history of our home as it is rumored to have been a stop on the Underground Railroad. It's because of this rumor I started researching our home four years ago and wouldn't you know I have uncovered what was once likely a secret of our entire town.  {Le...

Do you ever begin to feel a bit uninspired and need to shake things up a bit? Sometimes we have to find a way to ignite the candle from within ourselves but other times things come along and help us to it. Today I'm not only being transparent but a bit vulnerable about life in the middle as well as sharing what has sparked some excitement for the Homestead! Follow me on social media @farmhouse...

Brittany Ford, also known as Mountain Girl Makes It, is on the podcast to chat about homesteading life in the mountains and how she overcomes self-doubt as she navigates growing the homestead while restoring a farmhouse. Get ready to be inspired to step into the thing you've been wanting to do! Find Brittany @Mountain_Girl_Makes_It FARMHOUSE STORYTELLER JOURNAL – Where we meet in the middle. L...

This week I'm sharing a few stories of confidence and self-acceptance of people who show up big in this world as well as a handful of studies that show the benefits of having self-acceptance and confidence. "To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." - Ralph Waldo Emerson Join me out here in the middle (of nowhere)...

This week's topic on the podcast: "Navigating External Expectations and Societal Pressures." Even as adults we are subjected to societal pressures to conform to what society tells us we should be and if we mold ourselves by what the world is putting out there, we're subjecting ourselves to losing ourselves and becoming less of who the world needs us to be-our own unique self. Sho...

Unapologetically You: Embracing Authenticity and Showing Up in the World is an 8-week series that will dig into how you can become more authentic and reveal the positive impacts it will have in your life. I mean, who doesn't want a transformative journey that leads to a more meaningful and empowered life?! Show Notes: How to be yourself and why it matters Stephen Joseph suggests asking yoursel...

Revising our lives from time to time can have numerous benefits, including: Clarity: Revising our lives helps us gain clarity about our goals, aspirations, and priorities. We can evaluate whether we are on the right track, and if not, we can make adjustments to align our lives with our values and aspirations. Growth: By revising our lives, we can identify areas where we need to grow and develop. T...

A support system is a  network of people or facilities that provide practical or emotional support to an individual and can help a person cope with challenges or achieve goals. Who is in your support system? How often do you lean on them when you need to decompress or make a big decision? So often we run in a self-sufficient mode that doesn't allow us to move towards a growth mindset and today...

Do you ever feel like you're your worst critic? In this episode I'll be sharing why it's important to ditch the negative self-talk and ways you can incorporate more positive self-talk that will benefit you mentally, emotionally, and propell you forward towards your goals, dreams, and a growth mindset. Connect with me on IG @farmhousestoryteller Drop me a line through email: danielle@fa...