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Abundant Living, Emergency Preparedness, Homesteading, Self Sufficiency

Starting Seeds Indoors Using Egg Cartons

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Starting Seeds Indoors Using Egg Cartons

This post may contain affiliate links, read my full disclosure here. There's nothing like beating the winter blues by starting your garden seeds indoors. It may feel a bit overwhelming when first starting out, but you can actually use a lot of resources you already have in your home for containers to plant in. If [...]

Abundant Living, Emergency Preparedness, Homesteading, Money Saving, Self Sufficiency

Water Purifying Methods for Your Peace of Mind

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Water Purifying Methods for Your Peace of Mind

This post may contain affiliate links, read my full disclosure here. Water: The Thing We Cannot Live Long Without Start with your water storage first. Have you ever experienced the humbling feeling of being severely dehydrated? Not fun, and certainly dangerous to your health. Our recommendation when starting out with emergency preparedness is to simply [...]

Abundant Living, Family, Homesteading, Money Saving, Recipes, Self Sufficiency

Crock-Pot Cobbler Recipe For Whatever Fruit You’re Craving

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Crock-Pot Cobbler Recipe For Whatever Fruit You’re Craving

This post may contain affiliate links, read my full disclosure here. The Crock-Pot Cobbler Oh, the crock-pot. I am all about simplicity in life and that does not exclude the kitchen. Food is delicious on it's own and our job is to create the right simple conditions and combinations for flavors to come to life. [...]

Abundant Living, Gardening, Homesteading, Money Saving, Self Sufficiency

Composting: The Simple, No Stress Way

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Composting: The Simple, No Stress Way

This post may contain affiliate links, read my full disclosure here.Compost. The Simple, No Stress Way.You have either never used it before, bought it in bags or you hear the word and can instantly smell earthy, rich goodness along with feeling the satisfaction knowing it came from your own property.Compost brings new life and richness [...]

Chicken Keeping, Emergency Preparedness, Gardening, Money Saving, Recipes, Self Sufficiency

Lentil Sprouts for Chickens (and Your Family) – A Protein Packed Winter Treat

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Lentil Sprouts for Chickens (and Your Family) – A Protein Packed Winter Treat

This post may contain affiliate links, read my full disclosure here. Winter, with it’s dropping temperatures, snow, wind, rain and ice can bring up a lot of concerns for new chicken owners. It’s easy to feel sorry for them from our nice cozy homes while they’re out in the cold. The reality is that chickens […]

Gardening, Money Saving, Self Sufficiency

Utilizing the Power of Fall Leaves in the Garden

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Utilizing the Power of Fall Leaves in the Garden

This post may contain affiliate links, read my full disclosure here. Fall is a beautiful time of year and a favorite of many. As with any season, it brings a certain type of outdoor work along with it. Depending on your preferences and season of life- the fall leaves that drop or blow onto your […]