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Suburban Homesteading

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While talking with a group of friends, each of whom expressing a wish to buy land to homestead on.  I couldn't figure out why my friends felt the need to wait until they had a bigger plot of land to begin their journey to self sufficiency.    Why not start homesteading in your own backyard?   Right now! Suburban Homesteading. It really is a 'thing'! Let's face it.  Not … [Read more...] about Suburban Homesteading

Egg Prices are Going Up. Way Up.

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Egg prices are going up.  An announcement was made at the beginning of January alerting consumers to a price hike in eggs as California starts requiring hens be raised in spaces big enough to move around in. States selling eggs to California must also meet these standards in order to continue doing business in the Golden State. *this post contains affiliate links Less … [Read more...] about Egg Prices are Going Up. Way Up.

Unpredictable Winter Weather

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Snow is starting to fall and that means unpredictable winter weather is upon us. Taking simple steps now to plan ahead for winter weather emergencies can help thwart a disaster. Here are three posts that can get you started in your winter weather preparations in and around the home. Dressing for Unpredictable Weather  11 Things To Do Before a Winter Storm Preparing for … [Read more...] about Unpredictable Winter Weather

Creating An Emergency Preparedness Blueprint

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Emergency Preparedness.  Food Storage. Water.  Flash Lights. Batteries.   When I first began prepping, I thought about earthquakes and fires and droughts,  which are the usual concerns for my state.  I prepped more for short term than long term emergencies. Life changed.  My family's preparedness needs changed.  I found myself learning a lot of lessons on how to be prepared … [Read more...] about Creating An Emergency Preparedness Blueprint