It has been awhile since I really talked about what we have going on around the homestead. We have so many projects that weekends are anything but relaxing. As we dive deeper into this lifestyle, we are finding that during the spring and summer months, there is no such thing as rest. My old self … [Read more...]
5 Things to Consider When Buying Preps
So many people end up buying things they really don't need or will ever use when they first start out on the path of preparedness. We fell into the loop of needing to buy 'stuff' to be prepared, only to find out 6 months down the road that what you got was not really needed, practical, or very … [Read more...]
What’s Your Threat: Break in the Supply Chain
When the Mister and I decided we wanted to be better prepared to take care of ourselves (especially if the SHTF), we sat down and made a list of disasters and other events that are realistic for our area. Earthquakes, forest fires, and tsunamis all made the list. While these natural disasters are … [Read more...]
Making Crackers from Scratch (in 20 minutes!)
I have fallen in love with making crackers from scratch for soups and stews, or when company is coming over and I need something quick for us to nibble on. I wanted to share with you all how insanely easy it is to make them. We don't really buy crackers anymore, especially saltines. No joking, in 20 … [Read more...]
Plan of Action: When the Power Goes Out
We are so used to having electricity at all times that when it goes out, the reactions can range from mild annoyance to outright panic. Even as a 39 year old woman, I tended toward moments of mild panic whenever it went out. I really dislike feeling helpless (who doesn't?) and decided I would do … [Read more...]
Before You Buy: 10 Criteria for Buying Emergency Food
Emergency food is a booming industry. As Hollywood continues to produce shows such as "Doomsday Preppers" and National Geographic's "American Blackout," the prepper lifestyle is brought more into the mainstream. So often, these people are portrayed as nut jobs who are more extreme than the average … [Read more...]
Book Review! “Jake and Miller’s Big Adventure”
Recently, I had the opportunity to review a children's book that teaches kids about being prepared and learning forward-thinking skills. I expected one type of thing and was surprisingly pleased with what I actually got out of this story! Jake is an adventurous boy with his trusty dog Miller. … [Read more...]