Entries by Faith

Bulls Bay Preserve and Waterfall

Tim and I are always looking for a fun activity or a new place to explore. We’re part of Facebook groups and follow many of the channels that promote fun things to do. Lately, the Bulls Bay Preserve and Waterfall have been showing up in both of our feeds. When time allows, our typical go-to is one of the nearby beaches. We’ve been wanting to get back into hiking and mountain biking, and this trail definitely had us intrigued.  It’s located inside the city of Jacksonville, FL, and somehow it has flown under our radar all of this time, with this “secret” waterfall and natural beauty, offering a peaceful, uncrowded spot.

5 Easy Crops Anyone Can Grow

Living in Jacksonville, Florida offers more than just beautiful beaches and bustling city life—it also provides a great climate for growing your own food right in your backyard. Whether you’re in a small bungalow in Riverside, a suburban home in Mandarin, or even an apartment with container space on the Southside, Jacksonville’s warm and humid subtropical climate makes it possible to grow a variety of crops with minimal fuss. Here are five easy crops that just about anyone can grow in their backyard garden (or even on a sunny patio) in Jacksonville.

The Story of Mr. Peacock

A peacock has showed up near TnF Farms. He’s never far. We’ve seen on social media people are taking pictures and posting if somebody lost a peacock. Appearently he has been named Mr. Peacock and he’s from Georgia. We decided to have a little fun and make up his backstory.

Lichgate on High Road

Lichgate on High Road is a popular location for events, weddings, and nature enthusiasts who appreciate the picturesque setting and the history of the property. It has also been recognized as a historic site due to its cultural and natural significance. The property is typically open to the public, and visitors can enjoy its serene and enchanting atmosphere.

SPAM Musubi Authentic Hawaiian

Our friend, fellow foodie, culinary scholar, and traveling chef, Kaitlyn is back to TnF Farms to cook authentic Hawaiian for us again! She told us tonight, we are in for a treat she enjoyed as a kid growing up in Hawai’i. SPAM musubi is a popular Hawaiian staple that combines elements of Japanese and American cuisine. It’s a tasty and portable dish that features SPAM, as a key ingredient. The dish checks all the boxes. It’s sweet, salty and filling. SPAM musubi is often enjoyed as a snack or light meal, and it has become a symbol of Hawaiian cuisine.

2024 Dairy Goat Guide

Nubian goats are believed to be one of the oldest domesticated dairy breeds, and their history can be traced back thousands of years. Nubian goats trace their roots to North Africa, with historical significance in Nubia. The Nubia region is now part of Sudan and Egypt. Nubians are known for their distinctive characteristics and valuable contributions to the dairy and meat industries. The breed we know today as Nubian goats was from British does (female goats) being crossed with bucks (male goats) from Africa.

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Growing lemons in Florida

When we bought the property that is now TnF Farms, we saw that there were some mature fruit trees on the property. We thought they may have been pears. No, they were lemons. The first late fall harvest, we were pretty excited. The lemons were big and bright yellow. We cut into one and it was full of seeds. We tried a couple of others and they were very seedy. Then we tasted one and discovered it wasn’t pleasantly tart, but punishingly bitter. No amount of sugar added to this fruit would make lemonade, lemon curd, or lemon bars.

Loco Moco: Authentic Hawaiian

Our friend and fellow foodie Kaitlyn came to visit TnF Farms and wanted to cook Hawaiian for us tonight. We really love her visits because Kaitlyn always makes us amazing comfort foods. Tonight she wanted to make us a favorite comfort food called Loco Moco. It is a staple in Hawaiian cuisine and there are a lot of variations. The dish is enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

WE ENJOY BEING SHUTTERBUGS

Our animals had so much personality. You can see why we always had a camera out. Click an image to enlarge.

LET’S BE FRIENDS!

We’re social on social media. Some would say downright friendly.

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Located in Saint Johns, Florida, we enjoy blogging about our experiences with humane and sustainable farming practices. TnF Farms’ website contains information about non-GMO farm-fresh eggs, raw goat milk, cheese, yogurt, fudge, ice cream, and American Guinea hog pork production.

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