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Homestead in the Mitten

Homestead in the Mitten

Written by: Melissa | Michigan homebody • jewelry maker • bird nerd • coffee addict
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Cozy coffee chats with Melissa — a Michigan homebody who disappears to a 10-acre up-north cabin every chance she gets.

This podcast is part personal journal, part cozy cabin life—no advice, no pressure, just honest reflection.

One minute I’m making jewelry at the kitchen table while the German Shepherd snores, the next I’m dodging mosquitoes and chasing cardinals in the quiet woods.

Expect soft humor, zero pretense, and whatever I’m obsessing over this week:

🌲 cabin chaos & bonfire nights

🐦 birds at both feeders (suburban and wilderness)

🎨 new jewelry drops

📺 binge-watch confessions

☕ the little moments that actually matter

If you like your podcasts like your coffee — warm, real, and just a little messy — grab a mug and come sit with me.

New episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8 AM Eastern.

Our Homestead in the Mitten Links:

https://linktr.ee/homesteadinthemitten

Our Handmade Jewelry Shop:

https://linktr.ee/sunsetjewelryartisans

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Episodes
  • Nancy Guthrie Case: Zero Evidence, Water Overflow Searches & Why We're Kept in the Dark

    Nancy Guthrie Case: Zero Evidence, Water Overflow Searches & Why We're Kept in the Dark
    Feb 10 2026

    We dig into why the Nancy Guthrie disappearance feels so strange; no public evidence, no suspects, no footage, no proof-of-life.

    The police call it a septic tank search, but it looks more like a water overflow; why the mix-up? Savannah Guthrie's asking for help, but with zero details, what are we even looking for?

    Breaking down the lack of info and what it might mean.

    Our Links:

    Homestead in the Mitten:

    https://linktr.ee/homesteadinthemitten

    Sunset Artisan Jewelry:

    https://linktr.ee/sunsetjewelryartisans
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    4 mins
  • Coconut Oil Nasal Fix: Ditch the Afrin Trap

    Coconut Oil Nasal Fix: Ditch the Afrin Trap
    Feb 5 2026

    Tried a TikTok remedy with coconut oil, baking soda, and honey to beat congestion; worked okay, plus warning on overusing nasal sprays like Afrin. Quick sick-day wins!

    Our Links:

    Homestead in the Mitten:

    https://linktr.ee/homesteadinthemitten

    Sunset Artisan Jewelry:

    https://linktr.ee/sunsetjewelryartisans
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    5 mins
  • How a 12-Inch Memory Foam Wedge Pillow Fixed My Acid Reflux

    How a 12-Inch Memory Foam Wedge Pillow Fixed My Acid Reflux
    Feb 4 2026

    After a week and a half of feeling awful; stuffy nose, sore throat, the works, I tried alcohol-free cold medicine… and boom, reflux kicked in harder than ever. Enter: a 12-inch memory foam wedge pillow from Amazon. Last night was my first real night of decent sleep in forever. If you're dealing with nighttime heartburn or just want to prop up without the drama, this might be your fix. Honest review, no fluff.

    Our Links:

    Homestead in the Mitten:

    https://linktr.ee/homesteadinthemitten

    Sunset Artisan Jewelry:

    https://linktr.ee/sunsetjewelryartisans
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    6 mins
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