It may only be partway through February, but most of us who have any plans at growing a garden this year are likely already thinking about it. But what if you live in an apartment or you rent a house or you have no yard? So as we’re already getting […]
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Your 2024 Herb Garden
Whether you live in an apartment, a house in the city, the suburbs, or even on a farm, an herb garden is in many ways – as important as a regular garden. In today’s post, we’re going to discuss the four main purposes for an Herb garden – taste, medicinal, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Life of a 21 Year Old Prepper
When I was young and we still lived in Missouri, my mom began her own and our family’s preparedness journey. Whether stocking up on food items inexpensively through couponing, or learning skills that would benefit us if we ever didn’t have access to daily conveniences like grocery stores, or storing […]
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 […]
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 […]
Five Ways to Avoid Debt at Christmas Time
I’m sure you are thinking, Karen, Um. . .Christmas is OVER! Yep, it is, but I’m going to help you prepare for the next (and every future) Christmas Debt FREE! Why? Why does it matter that you want to be debt-free, if you’re able to make your payments, does whether […]
The 12 Days of Christmas – Prepper Style
In keeping with light and fun posts this week before Christmas, I thought I would do the recounting of the 12 Days of Christmas – Prepper Style. On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… Rechargeable batteries. On the second day of Christmas, my true love […]