Ancient Paths

As life shifts into a new season, your time and energy need to shift with it. In this episode, we talk about practical ways to reassess your schedule, create space for what matters most, and build rhythms that support a balanced and intentional life. It's all about walking wisely into what’s next—with purpose and peace. Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a moder...

In this episode of The Ancient Paths Podcast , we’re taking a pause to catch up on life — the highs, the lows, and everything in between. It’s a personal check-in and a gentle nudge toward something deeper: the invitation to step into what God is calling you to, even when it feels uncertain. Sometimes obedience looks like moving forward afraid, showing up without all the answers, and doing it scar...

In this episode, we’re taking you on a journey from pasture to plate to explore the full story behind beef. 🐄🌾 We’ll dive into the lifecycle of grass-fed beef, from sustainable farming practices to how it ends up on your table. Along the way, we’ll uncover the nutritional benefits, ethical considerations, and environmental impacts of choosing quality beef. Plus, we’ll talk about the cost-saving...

In this episode, we’re taking you on a journey from pasture to plate to explore the full story behind beef. 🐄🌾 We’ll dive into the lifecycle of grass-fed beef, from sustainable farming practices to how it ends up on your table. Along the way, we’ll uncover the nutritional benefits, ethical considerations, and environmental impacts of choosing quality beef. Plus, we’ll talk about the cost-saving...

In this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of freshly milled flour! 🍞🌾 We’ll explore the history and rich heritage of ancient grains, the incredible nutrient density of freshly ground flour, and how it can transform your baking—and your health. From the benefits of milling your own flour to our personal experiences with different grains, we’ll cover it all. Whether you’re a seasoned baker...

We're back! After a little break, we're excited to return and dive into all the things that make our lives meaningful—homesteading, farming, bread baking, raising animals, homeschooling, and the joys (and challenges!) of raising children. We'll also be sharing mom wisdom, natural remedies, and how our faith in Jesus shapes it all. In this episode, we catch you up on what we've been up to and give...

We took a bit of different direction this week. With all of the craziness going on in the world, Wendy and I decided to talk about something we are both very passionate about. We are not doomsdayers (because we know HE lives!) but we have very strong opinions about stewarding our resources in a God honoring way to be prepared for the ebbs and flows of life. Come along with us in this episode as we...

Join us this week as we catch up after a long summer and chit chat about what's going on in our lives now that we are back to our "normal" routines. We are excited for this new season and lots of new topics to discuss with you! Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a modern generation. In this episode of our podcast, we invite you to consider the ways of old and how yo...

Hello Ancient Paths listeners! It has been a summer! Between wrapping up school (for Shani) and battling storms the heat in the garden (Wendy) we have lost track of getting the final episodes posted. Our actual finale didn't record right, so this is the finale for our first season. We are hoping to organize a little better and get back with you this Fall with a brand new season and lots of gre...

This week we are chatting about why you should source your foods locally as much as possible and our tips on where to start. Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a modern generation. In this episode of our podcast, we invite you to consider the ways of old and how you can start your journey on the Ancient Paths. Make sure to find us on the socials, we would love to he...

Join us this week as we intro our talks on all things food! Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a modern generation. In this episode of our podcast, we invite you to consider the ways of old and how you can start your journey on the Ancient Paths. Make sure to find us on the socials, we would love to hear from you! Find the show on Social Media: ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagr...

Today we are talking about how to eat seasonally and why we think it's the best way to eat. Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a modern generation. In this episode of our podcast, we invite you to consider the ways of old and how you can start your journey on the Ancient Paths. Make sure to find us on the socials, we would love to hear from you! Find the show on...

Freshen up your home and mindset as we chat more Spring Cleaning inspiration. This unscripted chat was so much fun! and we hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording. Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a modern generation. In this episode of our podcast, we invite you to consider the ways of old and how you can start your journey on the Ancient Paths....

Join us this week as we soak up the beautiful Spring weather, get distracted by bees and weeds, and rabbit trail our way through this topi all while out in the secret garden at Wendy’s house. We struggled with some feedback this week and there’s not much we could do to fix that in editing. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you still enjoy this episode and are inspired to dig into how to...

This week Wendy and Shani continue their garden chat. Once again, we sat outside and enjoyed dreaming up our gardens. We hope this episode also inspires you to grow something! Anything! Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a modern generation. In this episode of our podcast, we invite you to consider the ways of old and how you can start your journey on the Ancient Pa...

This week is part one of our garden chat. We enjoyed sitting outside while recording these episodes and are excited to share our garden dreams for the year! We hope this episode inspires you to grow something! Anything! Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a modern generation. In this episode of our podcast, we invite you to consider the ways of old and how you can st...

We apologize for getting this one up a week late, but we both had crazy weeks and the podcast just didn't happen. We promise this episode will be worth the wait! Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a modern generation. In this episode of our podcast, we invite you to consider the ways of old and how you can start your journey on the Ancient Paths. Make sure to fi...

Our newest podcast episode is live, and this time we're delving into the world of stress-free meal planning! Join us as we explore the art of creating and using a meal plan to bring simplicity, variety, and deliciousness to your daily dining. From practical tips to real-life success stories, we've got your mealtime covered! Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for...

During this episode we explore the art of curating a pantry that transforms everyday meals into culinary masterpieces. From essential staples to unique spices, we've got tips, tricks, and flavor-packed stories to share! In this episode we discuss why we think having an ingredient pantry is the way to go! When you have stocks of basic ingredients, your cooking possibilities are endless. Each an...

Engaging kids in the homesteading mindset is not just about chores; it's a journey of exploration, learning, and building a deep connection to the earth. Join us as we explore fun and practical ways to nurture a love for homesteading in the hearts of our little ones. From hands-on activities to educational adventures, we've got tips and stories to share! Whether you are a parent, aunt, unl...

Hello fellow old souls! We are turning to the wisdom and expertise Wendy has to offer about budgeting on the homestead. In this episode, we will share practical tips, personal experiences, and creative strategies to help you make the most of your homestead budget. From sustainable living to maximizing resources, we've got you covered! Whether you're a seasoned homesteader or just starting...

Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a modern generation. In this episode of our podcast, we invite you to consider the ways of old and how you can start your journey on the Ancient Paths. We are kicking off our 1st Annual Standing at the Crossroads Challenge and walking through the first month's assignment with you! The documents we reference are available on our...

Today we are going to talk about all things Christmas! Our family’s Christmas traditions, traditions of old, and ways to enjoy Christmas traditions while seeking a simpler life. We hope you join us as we slow down this season. That doesn't mean we don’t have lots of holiday things to do, like the baking, and the gift giving, and the parties, but we seek to walk at a slower pace and savor every...

One of the hardest lessons to learn as moms, and as homesteaders, is the art of giving grace. Grace to others, to our children, and maybe the hardest lesson is to learn to give grace to ourselves. Today we want to talk about how some seasons require us to choose between good, better and best. Sometimes, we can’t always achieve the best and that’s not a bad thing. Done is better than perfect. Join...

Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a modern generation. In this inaugural episode of our podcast, we invite you to consider the ways of old and how you can start your journey on the Ancient Paths. Make sure to find us on the socials, we would love to hear from you! Find the show on Social Media: ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ You can support us on ⁠Patreon⁠ for $5/month!...