I've been kind of slacking at getting things written here, but I've actually been busy, so here's some of what we've been up to. I got 33 pints of super hot salsa canned this last week with tomatoes I got from friends. Those of you who know me know … [Read more]
Dehydrated Carrots Update
Late last fall (about mid-November) I dehydrated some carrots. My dehydrating book said you could steam blanch them before dehydrating or you could dehydrate them raw. So I did some of each. If you want to read the whole post, go here: Dehydrating … [Read more]
Emergency Preparedness Month
In case none of your other sources have notified you, September is National Emergency Preparedness Month. If you're in the market for any preparedness goods, there are some pretty good sales going on this month. Check my site advertisers for some … [Read more]
6 Ways to Get Better at Ham Radio
When I first got my amateur radio license (also called ham radio), I really didn't know what I was doing. I studied the recommended book, quizzed myself on the recommended website, and showed up and passed the test. Now what? I thought. Just … [Read more]
Herb: Toothache Plant
One of the fun new herbs I put in my herb garden this year is the Toothache Plant. I started the plants from seeds I got from Baker Creek Seeds, then transplanted them into the herb garden after the baby was born. This plant is pretty interesting. … [Read more]
This N That
Hurricane Irene This weekend could be interesting for you along the East Coast. If you are in the path of this baby, best already be prepared. Reports are that store shelves and gas pumps are emptying fast. Stock up for an extended stay without … [Read more]
EcoZoom Zoom Versa Rocket Stove Review (Charcoal)
What are your options for emergency cooking? For any stove you have available for off grid cooking, you'll need some kind of fuel. It's best if the fuel is something you can get more of or stock a lot of. I recently had the opportunity to test out … [Read more]
Honeybee Update
While I was accepting exhibits for our county fair, a man came with honey. A man who only lives about 10 miles from our place. Of course I had to ask if he had bees, which of course he did. So we got chatting and long story short, he offered to … [Read more]
101 Uses for Empty Food Storage Cans
Do you have empty food storage cans laying around? If you're like us, you use food that has been canned in #10 cans. These are the standard bulk food storage cans--approximately 6 1/8" across and 7" high. And once they're opened, they can't be … [Read more]
Emergency Diaper Insurance
For long term diapering in an emergency situation, cloth diapers are the way to go. They are reusable, washable,and you don't need to loot your local store when a disaster hits because you're worried about running out of diapers. And cloth diapers … [Read more]
