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Picture of Rimakej standing in front of wild English foliage growing around a mini waterfall on an overcast day, wearing warm wool and cotton Winter layers, and holding up a blue umbrella in a way that hides their eyes and the top of their head from view, but highlights their smile.

Neurodivergent Pride, Celebrating Differences

Posted on April 7, 2021April 17, 2022 by Rimakej Valentini

(Updated: March 30, 2022) April is Autism Acceptance Month. So I decided to write this…

Picture of Rimakej's left arm holding up folds of her red dancing skirt to the bars protecting the inner caverns of the Leech Wells in Totnes, Devon, UK. There are many spiritual offerings left by community members of colorful ribbons, feathers, and plant material tied to the metal bars and left on the ledge in front of them.

Healthy Community, What Humans Are Missing

Posted on March 31, 2021December 4, 2021 by Rimakej Valentini

Have you ever wondered why humans always seem to have an empty hole inside of…

Ostara themed Seasonal Altar decorated with bird made nests and exotic blown-out eggs from when Rimakej used to work as a senior aviculture animal care specialist, two paper mache eggs with multiple spiritual symbols hand painted on them, felt handmade finger puppets designed as different exotic birds, and the purple and green Nature themed flower chaplets, strewing herb basket, and handfasting clothe from Cristophe and Rimakej's Ostara Handfasting ceremony.

Ostara, Springtime Holy Day

Posted on March 17, 2021March 15, 2023 by Rimakej Valentini

(Updated: March 15, 2023) Ostara holds special significance to us at Healing Heritage Hearth for…

Close-up picture of a glass mixing bowl containing homemade organic mayonnaise with a green silicone whisk above it slowly dripping the fresh creamy mayonnaise back into the bowl.

Mayonnaise Recipe, a Homemade Artform

Posted on March 10, 2021June 21, 2021 by Rimakej Valentini

Getting a feel for making homemade mayonnaise has been an interesting experience. A bit frustrating…

Portrait picture of Cristophe and Rimakej posing together in sunglasses holding up a phone showing the image of an American Rainbow Pride Flag.

Hey America, We’re Back!

Posted on March 3, 2021June 21, 2021 by Rimakej Valentini

Watching things unfold in America, and especially in our home state of Texas, over the…

Picture of a portion of salmon cooked with blackened seasoning and covered in rich red buffalo BBQ sauce over a bed of brown rice with a side salad of mixed greens and carrots.

Black Futures Month Guest Blog: Sweet Yams

Posted on February 17, 2021February 7, 2023 by Rimakej Valentini

February is Black History/Futures Month! To celebrate, HHH is giving space to another ethical black-owned…

Picture of beautiful multi-colored and multi-scented, using only natural, plant-based, and non-toxic materials, soap bars hand crafted by Pure Aloha Bath and Beauty.

Black Futures Month Guest Blog: Pure Aloha

Posted on February 10, 2021February 7, 2023 by Rimakej Valentini

February is Black History/Futures Month! To celebrate, we’re giving space to ethical black-owned businesses we…

Picture of a large senior black and white Labrador mix dog smiling at the camera while sharing his dog-bed with a little senior brown and white Chihuahua/Terrier mix dog.

Year Recap for Half Hectare Homestead 2020

Posted on December 30, 2020July 5, 2021 by Rimakej Valentini

What can I say about 2020? This year had been a whirlwind for all of…

Picture of a red Yule sign, under a freshly harvested cypress branch, with gold lettering that reads, "Wishing You the Gift of Believing."

Yule: My First Holy Day Celebration

Posted on December 16, 2020January 29, 2022 by Rimakej Valentini

(Updated: December 17, 2021) Winter Solstice is the shortest day of the year. This day…

Picture of Rimakej with a red hand print painted across their mouth to bring visible awareness to the ongoing genocide of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People for National Day of Mourning 2021.

Day of Mourning: Our Thanksgiving Perspective

Posted on December 2, 2020June 2, 2022 by Rimakej Valentini

Content warning: mentions of violence, racism, murder, torture, slavery, and genocide. (Updated: November 21, 2021)…

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Hi! We are authors, Rimakej (they/them) and Cristophe (he/him) Valentini. HHH began as Half Hectare Homestead, a holistic homestead we managed for 5 years. Now we simply promote healing through sustainable and Indigenous practices. Thank you for enjoying our blogs and joining us in sharing love and learning. Subscribe to our email list below, or follow us on Facebook and/or Instagram to view even more of our unique content!