The atmosphere I desire to create here is simple and down-to-earth. The ultimate goal is for me, as the mother of many, is to have a fun creative outlet while sharing with you, and bringing in some funds to support our homestead and homeschool. M.A.A. stands for "Mountain Acres Academy", which is the name we gave our homeschool 8+ years ago. And, it just so happens that we primarily raise goats...which are always yelling "maa!". We have been "homesteading" about that long as well, learning and growing our self-sufficiency. There has been a large movement in recent years, back to simplified lives and heirloom skills and many have shared their experiences. Our family has a unique way of implementing these things (or so we have been told). We don't go by the book, often making up things as we go, but somehow it all just works. And I suppose raising a large family also adds an element of the "unusual" just because frugality and efficiency are on high demand.
The products offered are handmade and support our way of living along with my need to be creative. Many products will come directly from our goats such as: yarns, fibers, and soaps. Whatever the source I strive to choose quality, affordable, and useful products. Your purchases are a direct donation back into our efforts here so that we can provide feed for our goats and an education for our children. Thank you for your support!

Meet the Family!

The baby is now 4....guess we better get a new photo done-LOL

Yes, they are all ours....We are so blessed! My husband and I have 7 beautiful children. Five girls and two boys make up the mix and we wouldn't change a thing. 

My background is in Early Childhood Education. Before having babies I spent time as a Preschool teacher. I have always loved teaching, especially helping others to learn new things.    We have lived in Oregon, Idaho, Tennessee, Kentucky, Texas and Washington. 
My husband has been out of the military for about 12 years, but while serving he deployed several times and I spent those years as a devoted military spouse, having babies and praying for our troops. 
When my oldest was in second grade we began homeschooling our children. Now she has graduated and we are happy to see the fruits of our labors. Being self-taught and self-sufficient is our way of life as we strive to pursue a path of righteousness, loving God and doing His will. Our little homestead raises goats for milk, meat, and fiber and in return they keep the weeds down. We also have chickens, dogs, and cats . Once, we tried having a dairy cow, but our mountain-side acreage at the time was better suited for goats! Besides all the creative crafty things, I also enjoy reading, bike riding and baking bread.

Thanks for getting to know me, and if there is ever anything I can do for you, feel free to send me a message. Even if it's just that you need a "hello". 
Happy Day!
​Heidi

Our very first goats were these spotted Nubians, we miss them!

Happy Day!