Author: Karen Morris

Garden, Preparing Our Homestead

2024’s Creative Places to Find Seeds

In the last post from Kim, she coached us through steps that we can take to make sure that we have seeds for this year’s garden.  But Kim’s not done when it comes to great advice on how to (1) not only make sure that you have seeds from your […]

Garden, Preparing Our Homestead

Can’t Find Specific Seeds in 2024?

By Kim Deel Whether we’ve been gardening for years or learning how to Guerilla Garden more recently, we’re at a point in the US where many feel the need to grow at least some of their own food.  What if you can’t find the specific seeds for plants that you […]

Garden, Preparing Our Homestead

Planning Your Garden Part I – What Will You Grow?

It’s that time of year!  A lot of people began planting gardens in the last four years.  This year, gardens are still a big thing!  And who could blame us? Creating a garden can help us feel like we have control over something in a world that feels out of […]

Saving Money

Save Over $1000 EVERY Year with 10 DIY Items!

A Year Without the Grocery Store isn’t just a concept that lives in a void.  There are three necessary legs that support it: knowledge with practice, a proper stockpile, and mental and spiritual preparedness, which necessarily includes a sense of humor.  Being able to save money is a huge part […]

Garden, Preparing Our Food and Water, Preparing Our Homestead

It’s Cold Out, Let’s Start a Winter Indoor Garden!

During the winter months, maintaining a lush indoor garden not only adds a touch of greenery to your home but also offers a myriad of benefits that can brighten your palate and your spirit. Imagine how because of a winter indoor garden, you can have the luxury of fresh produce […]

Preparing Our Food and Water

Have You Heard of These 9 Food Preservation Techniques – Part 2

Last week, we discussed five fairly conventional food preservation techniques.   But this week, we’re going to venture into some less traversed techniques. There are links in this post.  Some of the links may be affiliate links.  Some of the links may not be.  My promise to you is that I […]

Preparing Our Food and Water

Have You Heard of These 9 Food Preservation Techniques – Part 1

We’re preppers.  And while some of us may only buy food that’s already packaged and ready for us, many of us are doing what we can to grow more food, to grow food more efficiently, or to better preserve and utilize our stored food year over year.  If we are […]

From Karen

Merry Christmas – Two Food Storage Freebies From Me!

Every Christmas morning my kids wake up to my famous sausage cheese biscuits. I use a cinnamon roll dough. But instead of spreading it with butter and sprinkling on cinnamon and brown sugar, I laden it with sausage and cheese. Once it’s rolled up and baked, I drown it in […]

Mentally, Uncategorized

The Real Threat to Positivity You Didn’t Know About

In this thought-provoking video, we explore the real threat to positivity that often goes unnoticed. Discover three simple yet powerful steps on how to stay positive during troubling times, accompanied by a practical example that brings these principles to life. Step One: “Don’t watch the news, read the headlines only.” […]

Mentally, Preparing Ourselves

12 Prepper Movies or Shows to Watch Over Christmas Break

I love Christmas season.  I love decorating.  I love the occasional party.   But I really love the ambiance in our living room after our kids have gone to bed.  It’s beautiful and quiet. . . for a while.   As a homeschooling mom, I’m oftentimes surrounded by kids.  Sometimes, the most […]