When great news hits—like that electric “you won” phone ring or the email saying my writing got published in the local paper—I find my husband first. He’s my confidante, best friend, and life partner through every homestead adventure.
My heart’s pounding, but here’s the thing: I don’t post it on Facebook or call my best friend yet. I track him down right then—whether he’s upstairs sawing away at our renovation project, out back feeding the pigs, or in the kitchen helping our toddler reach for homemade bread.
“Hey,” I say, grabbing both his hands, “you will not believe this.” His eyes light up instantly, then he pulls me into that familiar hug where the world just quiets. We laugh, do a silly jig right there amid chicken chores or pancake batter splatters—letting that joy multiply before telling the kids.
Working Mom’s Homestead Wins
On our homestead, big wins—like selling our pigs at market, getting my writing published locally, or nailing that sourdough starter—feel bigger shared soul-to-soul first. No fanfare needed, just us. Then we plan the family celebration: hamburgers on the picnic table under our maple tree, homemade ice cream under summer stars.
That’s our slow living rhythm. News shared heart-to-heart first builds everything else—family cheers, neighbor toasts, grateful posts. He grounds my excitement into something lasting, reminding me why we chose this simple, connected homestead life.
Four reasons he’s always first: Instant emotional anchor. Turns “my” news into “our” victory. Sets joyful tone for kids. Keeps our homestead priorities straight.
So tell me—who’s your first call when great news hits?
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