Homestead challenge day 3: teas and composting

Today’s homesteading, I made a bulk pitcher of iced tea, blends of dried herbal tea, and started up composting again.

I have a LOMI electric composter, which is perfect for apartment living. I’ve used it before but I stopped using it for a while. So now, I’m just starting it up again. It’s a great way to make use of your food scraps and limit trash waste.

I also made a pitcher of iced tea. I bought this pitcher online which ended up being way bigger than I realized. I wish I’d gotten a smaller one. I probably should’ve returned it but decided to just make use of it instead.

I used 14 black tea bags and steeped them in water. It’s currently steeping in the fridge and should be ready by tomorrow. In the future, I would’ve bought a smaller pitcher, and I would use loose black tea instead of tea bags.

And then, I made three jars of dried herbal teas — nettle mint, happy tummy, and headache ease. This is super easy. I got the recipes from Herbal Academy.

You just take some herbs, these all required 2-3 different herbs, and mix them together at directed amounts. When it’s time for tea, you can boil water and steep 1 tbs and strain before drinking. I love to add honey as well.

These were all very simple tasks, but they go a long way!

3 responses to “Homestead challenge day 3: teas and composting”

  1. Hilary Tan Avatar

    This is beautiful! Crafting your own tea from scratch feels like such a lovely way to connect with nature and wellness. What an inspiring and peaceful hobby to have. 🍃✨

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    1. Lotus Laura Avatar

      Thank you! Very true! ☺️

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  2. Healthy Meal Plans TCM Avatar

    Thank you for sharing this thoughtful piece! In Traditional Chinese Medicine, we believe that holistic wellbeing encompasses body, mind, and spirit. Your insights connect beautifully with these ancient principles. I especially appreciate how you have highlighted the importance of mindful awareness in daily life. Simple practices like conscious breathing, gentle movement, and seasonal eating can transform our health in profound ways. Looking forward to reading more from you.

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