An ice storm moves through Middle Tennessee, revealing moments of beauty and damage, and inviting a closer look at what’s left behind.

Fewer people want to work with their hands anymore. But creating something real—from raw material to finished piece—still offers a kind of satisfaction you can’t find behind a screen.

Living simply by milling my own lumber and building only what I need. A reflection on curiosity, craftsmanship, and slowing down.

Discover the hidden value of storm-fallen trees in urban areas. Learn how portable sawmills transform downed trees into sustainable, local lumber for furniture, mantels, and DIY projects. A practical guide for homeowners and eco-minded readers.

Learn how to choose the right trees to mill from your property. Discover which species, sizes, and conditions make the best lumber — and how to mill sustainably with a portable sawmill.

Follow the journey of a log as it’s milled, stacked, and transformed into something lasting—all right where it grew

Ash trees across Middle Tennessee are coming down due to the Emerald Ash Borer, but that doesn’t mean the wood has to go to waste. Learn how to turn these fallen giants into strong, beautiful lumber for your next project.

Here are 5 simple weekend projects you can complete using rough-sawn lumber from your land — raised beds, benches, firewood racks, and more. Perfect for homesteaders, DIYers, and anyone wanting to live closer to the land.

When I first started my entrepreneurial journey, I thought a supportive spouse meant helping with daily business tasks. I was wrong. Real support is trust—the freedom to explore, fail, and start over if needed. My latest blog post is about how family support has shaped my approach to risk, fear, and resilience.

Spending a month in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado with my portable sawmill.

Spending the summer in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains has been nothing short of incredible. The air is crisp, the views are endless, and...

Bringing a portable sawmill to your property is one of the best ways to turn logs into valuable, usable lumber—right where the trees...

Homestead projects you build with rough sawn lumber.

There’s more to sawmilling than sawdust—like marketing, maintenance, and adapting to what the market throws at you.

I'm making a few predictions in this post.

I came across a book a couple years ago that moved the needle for me and my business. I had the opportunity to mill for David C. Baker, a...

How a portable sawmill can help with home improvement and remodeling projects.

Camping, Milling and Thinking

Lessons I've learned: Start where you are, with what you have Be adaptable to opportunities, but stay focused on sawing logs and...

Trip to NC to help with recovery efforts