Join me on our sugarbush today, a busy boiling day during sugar season, to walk through the 8 steps from sap to syrup. For more information about making syrup, you&#39;ll love my book, <a href="https://amzn.to/33AMJ7w" rel="nofollow">Sweet Maple.</a> I also share lots about syrup making <a href="https://soulyrested.com/category/maple-syrup/" rel="nofollow">here, on SoulyRested.com</a>. <a href="https://soulyrested.com/2019/01/08/build-your-own-reverse-osmosis-system-for-maple-syrup/" rel="nofollow">The complete directions for building your own Reverse Osmosis filtering system are here</a>. And here is the link I mentioned to the list of maple-syrup-making products we use and love:  <a href="https://soulyrested.com/maplesyrupmaking/" rel="nofollow">Maple Syrup Making Products.</a> Please join me on <a href="https://soulyrested.com/" rel="nofollow">my blog</a> as well as: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested" rel="nofollow">instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/soulyrested/" rel="nofollow">facebook</a> <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/" rel="nofollow">pinterest</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOLRbLo4lnwJ2nPiL2xtB8g" rel="nofollow">youtube</a> And get behind-the-scenes info and resources for all we do here by <a href="https://www.patreon.com/simpledoesntmeaneasy" rel="nofollow">supporting the show (and making me humbly elated) over on Patreon</a>. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/simpledoesntmeaneasy" rel="nofollow">Support the show</a> (https://www.patreon.com/simpledoesntmeaneasy)

5. Inspiration when you're stuck at home

Ever wish you had a mentor to help you make healthier, real food choices, one small step at a time? Someone to whisper encouragements in your ear? Someone who has been taking small steps for over a decade, learned a lot about real food, non-toxic living, and a holistic approach to wellness along the way?Tune in every Monday as your host, Michelle Visser—former junk food addict, turned homesteader and medicinal gardener—offers you encouragement and practical insights on the Simple Doesn’t Mean Easy podcast.We dive deep into topics like avoiding processed foods, incorporating whole foods into your diet, milling fresh flour, and understanding the powerful benefits of fermented foods, medicinal drinks, and other healthy, gut-friendly options. We explore topics, often with thought-provoking guests, from the importance of healthy fats and natural sugars to practical tips on gardening, creating simple recipes, and stocking your kitchen with the best pantry staples. Whether you&#39;re looking to improve your immune system, learn how to nourish your body with real, nutrient-dense foods, or discover better, nontoxic options, join in every episode and gain actionable advice for making sustainable, healthier choices.