When purchasing property to build a homestead, the single most important factor to take into consideration is the land itself. Yes, the house is important also, but in order to live a truly self-sufficient life, the land is more important. Want to save this post for later? … [Read more...]
How To Make Homemade Gummy Vitamins
If you knew there were gummy bears that boost your immune system, would you eat them? Even more to the point, if you could make these at home, would you do it? It turns out it’s actually pretty simple to do, as Our Oily House discusses. To make your own homemade gummy bears, … [Read more...]
DIY Bug Spray Recipe With All-Natural Ingredients
Nice weather pulls us all outside to enjoy hikes, bonfires, gardening, and other outdoor activities. The last thing any of us want while enjoying the great outdoors is annoying stings from mosquitos. I tend to get an allergic reaction to the frustrating biters, leaving me with … [Read more...]
How To Make An Herbal Band-Aid
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. While some may scoff at the idea of healing an injury, settling a stomach, … [Read more...]
38 Ways to Keep Your Kids Occupied This Summer
Work-life balance is always a challenge, but how do you manage working from home with kids? It’s a common experience for many parents, trying to keep your children happy and occupied while you complete necessary work (or home) tasks. Rather than plopping them in front of a … [Read more...]
50 Off-Grid Uses for Hydrogen Peroxide
Most people have no idea how many uses there are for hydrogen peroxide. You probably knew that you could use it on cuts and scrapes, but did you know that these little bottles have over 50 different uses? You can replace dozens of items in your home with bottles of hydrogen … [Read more...]
How To Deal With Anxiety During A Major Disaster
These are challenging times, with new information about the novel coronavirus popping up everywhere you look and changing by the hour. It can be confusing, overwhelming, and most of all, anxiety-inducing. While this is the type of scenario that many of you have been preparing … [Read more...]
4 Household Products That Can Kill Any Virus
We are living in unprecedented times as the coronavirus pandemic spreads throughout the globe. The United States has become the new epicenter for the virus, now with the highest number of cases in the world. The virus is spread from one individual to the next via droplets of … [Read more...]
15 FREE Educational Resources for Kids At Home During Quarantine
With quarantine, isolation, social distancing, it is difficult to keep kids happy and learning, but it’s entirely possible. For many Americans, the hustle and bustle of life leaves little time for families to simply sit and be together. But now—with schools, businesses, and … [Read more...]
17 Uses for Vicks VapoRub
Vicks VapoRub is a common cold remedy that uses medicated vapors to help ease symptoms. Some of the main ingredients are camphor, menthol, and eucalyptus, and these help to relieve cough and nasal congestion. While most people use Vicks VapoRub when they have a cold, there are … [Read more...]
Stuck in Your Vehicle During a Winter Storm? Here’s What To Do
When the weather forecast is bad, the best thing you can do is just stay home. But if you have to go out in spite of the snow, you need to be prepared for the worst. You could become trapped in your car or stranded on the highway and your best chance of survival – or at least … [Read more...]
Amaranth: The Little-Known Survival Superfood
The world of grains is ever-expanding. The grains that we think are new to the market, like couscous and quinoa, have been around for centuries. But consumers have demanded access to different sources of protein, vitamins, and unprocessed food a lot more in recent … [Read more...]
10 Things You NEED To Know About Living In The Country
For many people, moving to a home in the country would be a dream come true. If that sounds like you and you're curious about what it's like to live in the country, check out this video by Better Together Life. Here are some topics they discuss... Want to save this post for … [Read more...]
21 Ways to Stay Warm When It’s FREEZING Outside
Each year, hypothermia kills 1,500 people in the United States alone. Many of these deaths happen during winter storms when the power gets knocked out. People take their electric home heating system for granted and don't make any preparations in case it stops working. Of … [Read more...]
18 Off Grid Uses For Apple Cider Vinegar
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. One of the most overlooked multipurpose products that you can find in most … [Read more...]
How To Survive If You Are Stranded Outside In The Winter
You are on a cross country skiing or snowshoeing adventure with friends. Your family is seeking a fresh-cut Christmas tree from the forest. You want to escape the lights of the city to gaze at the wonders of the winter sky. You get turned around on a cold-weather hike in the … [Read more...]
5 Most Effective Homemade Painkillers
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. The medical aspect of prepping is always the most difficult to address. … [Read more...]
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