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Tuesday, July 31, 2018

How To Make Brandied Fruit-Preserving Your Fruit Without Canning

Brandied fruit is a delicious treat. It’s wonderful as a shortcake topping, over ice cream or even by itself in a bowl. A simple treat that is also a great hostess or holiday gift! When fruit is in season, you can can it, dehydrate it, or freeze it to store it for later use. Some […]

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Sunday, July 29, 2018

Powerful Parable Reveals A Gracious But Politically Incorrect Vineyard Owner

A vineyard owner listens to whining workers who demand grace on their terms. Jesus once told a parable about a vineyard owner and some workers goes something like this (Matt. 20:1-16): A householder, the owner of a vineyard, went out early in the morning to hire some workers for his vineyard. There was normally quite […]

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Saturday, July 28, 2018

Wildcrafting And Foraging Means Fabulous Food And Family Fun

Always ask landowners before wildcrafting and foraging. Wildcrafting is the term given for collecting wild plants. Wild plants often have strong healing properties and exceptional flavor. I have never tasted a store bought strawberry that compared in flavor to the tiny alpine ones that grow freely in wild places. Wildcrafting can be lots of fun. […]

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Three Emerging High-Risk Mega Cities With Chaos And Collapse Potential

High-Risk Mega Cities Changing Throughout human history, a population barrier seemed to exist. Whenever a metropolitan’s population crosses a particular mark, it tends to collapse due to several problems. Knowing this fact, it’s a good idea to observe population to get a heads up on which cities to avoid. For a very long time, the […]

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10 Stylish and Productive Ways to Make your Bullet Journal Brilliant

In the lead up to a new year, comes the excitement of finding a new annual planner. Some planners help to organize our lives perfectly, while others create more work for you. This is what makes Bullet Journals so wonderful. A bullet journal is easily customizable to suit your everyday needs. What’s more is that […]

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Friday, July 27, 2018

How To Successfully Grow Blueberries In Your Survival Garden

With the right conditions, you should be able to grow blueberries as easily as other fruits and vegetables. Blueberries have a reputation for being difficult to grow, but if you have the right growing conditions, they’re no more difficult than other fruits and vegetables. To grow blueberries, you need a soil pH between 4.6 and […]

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Boston Dynamics To Produce 1,000 Robot Dogs Per Year By Mid-2019

The robot uprising is right on schedule as a new report by Inverse suggests that Boston Dynamics’ terrifying robot dogs will launch into series production by the second half of 2019, producing more than 1,000 of its compact SpotMini models annually. SpotMini is Boston Dynamics’ quadrupedal robotic dog. If you have watched the dystopian sci-fi […]

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Thursday, July 26, 2018

2 Affordable And Reliable Sidearms For Defense In Disaster Scenarios

The TT-33 and CZ 52 are two affordable and reliable sidearms that can assist you in a disaster scenario. Prepping is not a cheap thing to do, and with most of us on budgets, we can’t always afford the things we desire. This is especially true when it comes to firearms, as guns and ammo […]

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Make a Fabulous Fabric Flower Ring Yourself in Less than 10 Minutes

Any accessory involving flowers is a fantastic outfit accompaniment at any time of year. With that said, you’re going to love these fabric flower rings. So you may be raising an eyebrow now in confusion, wondering “what’s a fabric ring?” A fabric ring has a soft, fabric ring band, unlike the typical metal and plastic […]

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Bugging-In: A Safer And More Practical Alternative To Bugging-Out

Bugging-in may end up being a more practical decision in the long run as opposed to bugging-out. If you look around the internet these days, you might get confused about whether it’s better to be bugging-out or bugging-in should a disaster strike. It seems like most of the big name preppers are recommending bugging-out, rather […]

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30 DIY Rain Barrel Ideas to Be Frugal and Eco-Friendly with Water

Does your water bill scare you? This may especially occur when Spring comes around and you're trying to get all your little plants into the garden, they need lots of water to blossom, and therefore you end up paying. Water is an invaluable resource that we tend to take advantage of. It falls from the […]

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How To Protect Your Family With A Fortified Front Door

Having a fortified front door can make a world of difference in keeping your home safe from criminals. The most common entry point into a home for burglars or attackers is the front door. Regardless of how many other ways there are to enter a home, burglars follow the way that we all typically use […]

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Wednesday, July 25, 2018

Drones Hunt ‘Criminal’ Arsonists In Greece Forest Fires

Ten tourists drowned when a boat capsized trying to rescue them from gale-driven forest fires which have killed at least 74 in Greece and which may have been started deliberately. A mother and son from Poland were among the dead when the vessel flipped in the water amid rough seas after picking up guests from […]

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Relieve Pain Naturally With An Amazing Herbal Capsule First Aid Kit

Headache, Muscle, And Cramp Capsules Herbal capsules can be a pivotal step in helping you to relieve pain naturally. Did you know that people first made aspirin from common plants? Willow bark and meadowsweet both contain the active ingredient used to make aspirin and both can help to relieve pain naturally. Like many other herbs, […]

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Top 10 DIY Natural Beauty Hacks Using Ingredients Found at Home

The cost of beauty doesn’t come cheap. If you’re looking for natural and affordable beauty alternatives, then read on. Here we have a list of top 10 products found in your kitchen cupboard that double up as effective beauty products. Whether you’re looking for an anti-aging solution or a fix for a bad dye job, […]

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Power Grid Even More Vulnerable Today Than Under Obama?

The power grid may be more vulnerable now that it has ever been. The U.S. power grid and its continued vulnerability is an existential threat that Americans need to deal with soon. Many industry “players” are dragging their feet, despite efforts by President Trump and Energy Secretary Perry to address the issue. “Frankly, the United […]

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Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Natural Fertilizer Can Dramatically Improve “Survival Garden” Food Production

Protogrow is a fantastic natural fertilizer that mineralizes your soil and boosts your yield exponentially. Ok gardeners! Buckle up! Here is a fantastic natural fertilizer that mineralizes your soil and boosts your yield exponentially. You will, in turn, grow healthy, chemical-free crops only for a fraction of what you usually spend on other fertilizers. Let’s […]

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4 Ways to Accessorize Bobby Pins from Plain to Glamorous in Minutes

It’s safe to say that most of us have dozens of old bobby pins lying around our homes. These classic hairpins could be put to much better use with the help of a little style DIY. By adding a simple accessory to your plain hair grips, you can instantly add glamour and style to a […]

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Your Fall Garden: Make a Hoop House to Extend Your Growing Season

Don’t give up on your garden yet. It is still possible to have a great harvest for the rest of the year. You can easily extend your gardening season and grow more veggies longer when you use a hoop house. When the heat is on outside, and you are spending your days sweating in your […]

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Plague Of Rats Terrorizes Dutch City

Authorities are desperately trying to rid Amsterdam of all rodent food sources in an attempt to end Amsterdam’s unusual plague of rats. A plague of rats is reportedly terrorizing the Dutch city of Amsterdam. Disturbingly, frightened city officials are taking drastic action to control the vermin. For example, feeding stale bread to pigeons can lead […]

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30 Rejuvenating Homemade Face Wash Recipes for Everyday Refreshment

These days, it feels like most beauty products you find in the store are either filled with mysterious chemicals, are way too expensive, or both! Making your own beauty products can be a solution to both these problems. You'll know exactly what you're putting on your skin and can find the ingredients you can afford. […]

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Trump Blasts Iran in an Explosive Tweet Channels Inner Roosevelt And Reagan: ‘Never Threaten the US’

President Trump blasts Iran as preparation for new talks? Trump Blasts Iran – As Part Of A Larger Plan? President Donald Trump challenged the Iranian regime in an all-caps tweet late Sunday night. Trump blasts Iran saying it will have dire consequences that “only a few have suffered.”This capped an entire weekend of tweets about […]

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Monday, July 23, 2018

Moon Dragon Tiny House is Marvelously Unique

If tiny house living piques your interest, you likely take notice of a beautifully unique tiny home when you see one. And while there are many very talented builders and designers out there with amazing tiny house creations – we know, because we admire and write about them often – there are not many we’ve […]

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Sunday, July 22, 2018

U.S. Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh Has The Anti-Gun Left Scared To Death

Protests against Brett Kavanaugh will likely increase in intensity. Its true, U.S. Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh has gun control crowd scared to death. Michael Bloomberg is so desperate to keep Kavanaugh off the high court that his organization is set to employ any and all tactics necessary. His leftist “Everytown for Gun Safety” has […]

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Elon Musk Believes Artificial Intelligence And Weaponized Robots Will Start World War III

World War III? Even Putin believes the dangers associated with artificial intelligence and weaponized robots are real. Elon Musk now believes artificial intelligence (AI) and killer robots will initiate world war III are a direct threat to humanity’s future. Ominously, Musk and many top computer scientists signed a pledge not to develop “lethal autonomous weapons” […]

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Saturday, July 21, 2018

Leftwing “Vegan Bakery” Accused Of White Supremacy By Portland Race Hustlers

Back To Eden bakery in Portland has been targeted by social justice activists. Two employees were reportedly fired for refusing to serve a black woman who walked in after closing time. Back to Eden Bakery in Portland, Oregon, apparently fired the two after Lillian Green accused them of racism. Green, supposedly walked into the bakery […]

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20 Budget-Friendly DIY Boat Plans for Loads of Water Fun

Do you enjoy spending a day out on the water every now and again? But does your budget allow you to purchase a new boat? Well, even if you’re working on a meager budget, you could still own a boat. “How?” you might ask. Rather simply in fact… make your own. I probably wouldn’t have […]

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Native American Medicine Healing Plants Everyone Should Know About

Native American medicine among the North American tribes yielded surprising healing benefits. Native American Medicine When it comes to herbal remedies, many of us are familiar with the benefits of Echinacea or purple coneflower as an antibiotic, willow bark as a painkiller and aloe as a topical anesthetic and treatment for skin conditions. But that’s […]

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Friday, July 20, 2018

Which Survival Rifle Would Be Best For Your Own Self-Defense?

A survival rifle is a weapon that you can easily carry in your bug out bag and use with limited defensive capabilities. Let’s talk about these so-called survival rifles. When I say survival rifle, I am not talking about your main battle rifle. Your AR-15 is a good all-around rifle, but it’s best if you […]

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No-Cook Fruit Leather Dehydrator Recipes

Have a large amount of fresh fruit from the garden or co-op? These no cook fruit leather dehydrator recipes are an easy and healthy snack for your family. Dehydrating is a terrific way to preserve the harvest, especially when you have a significant amount of fresh fruit from the garden or co-op. Try these fruit […]

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Japan Faces Ninja Shortage Amid Rapid Depopulation

The ninja shortage in Japan is but one of many aspects of its culture that are dying off due to depopulation. Many aspects of Japan’s traditional culture are threatened by depopulation, and consequently, they are now even facing a ninja shortage. No, the world’s supervillains and criminal masterminds are not facing a shortage of assassins. […]

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“Little Machine” Lets You Make Money Right In Your Own Kitchen

A few years ago, a man named Jeff Paul ran an ad that said… “How To Make Money Free And Easy Sitting At Your Kitchen Table In Your Underwear” It got me thinking… First, I had never thought of this little machine I’m about to tell you about as being used to generate a nice […]

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Thursday, July 19, 2018

8 Easy Steps To Growing Grapes Without Pesticides In Your Own Backyard

By following some easy steps to growing grapes, you can create a wonderful addition to your garden. Grapes are hardy plants. They grow in many different parts of the world, even in the hot, humid Asian tropics where I live. I remember seeing a vine just growing out of a huge container in my parents’ […]

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5 Reasons to Start a Pollinator Garden (and 6 Tips to Help You Do It)

Until I started growing food, I didn't realize how much of our food supply was dependent on insects for production. Now, that I do grow most of our food, I made it my mission to make my homestead a pollinator sanctuary. Using just a few easy strategies, I have created a beautiful haven for my […]

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Vinegar-Based Fruit Juices Ben Franklin Drank As Medicine On Hot Summer Days

The American colonists loved vinegar-based fruit juices. I want to tell you the fascinating story about the history of vinegar-based fruit juices. It seems like food and drink trends always bring us back to the phrase… “everything old is new again.” Beekeeping, backyard chickens, whole foods, and local foods have become downright fashionable, and for […]

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Why Almost Everyone Is Wrong About Cooking With Lard

Our ancestors ate lard for thousands of years and were healthier than we are now. Are you like millions of Americans who bought into the lipid hypothesis myth? You know, the one that says that saturated fat causes heart disease and is like poison to your body? Did you abandon the way your great-grandmother cooked, […]

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20 Practical Ways to Use Weeds on Your Homestead

I love weeds. I am totally serious. I really love weeds! I realize that I may be one of the few people who have a genuine admiration for these infamous, aggressive growers that like to out-compete intentionally planted stuff. But, weeds have many uses on the homestead. Instead of hating them or blaming them, I […]

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Wednesday, July 18, 2018

How “Keyhole Gardening” Can Save Your Survival Garden During A Drought

Keyhole gardening captures the essence of raised bed gardens with the added bonus of a compost bin. No matter where you live you are likely to face any number of gardening challenges, and many involve unfavorable weather conditions such as drought. While there are many kinds of gardens, one that is gaining a great deal […]

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Tuesday, July 17, 2018

Colloidal Silver: A Powerful Natural Antibiotic That Belongs In Your Off-Grid Arsenal

Pure colloidal silver is an effective agent against powerful superbugs and a must-have for your medicine cabinet. If you are interested in alternative therapies, it is likely that you have come across products containing silver. Not only is pure colloidal silver an effective agent against powerful superbugs, but scientists have also proven it to be […]

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7 Helpful Tips on Handling Summer Harvest When You Have Little Help

Are you a single gardener? Do you have a spouse or partner, but they aren’t able to help with the gardening? When summertime hits the pressure is on for the avid gardener. Plants begin to produce, and it can be challenging to keep up when you’re working alone. At one point in time, I had […]

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France Riots After World Cup Win

Two football fans have died in France overnight as World Cup celebrations were marred by violence following the national side’s victory over Croatia in Moscow. Police forces fired tear gas as scuffles and pockets of looting broke out on the Champs-Élysées where a million people partied into the night. Revellers set off smoke bombs in […]

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Dancing FBI Agent Can Carry Gun Again

A dancing FBI agent accidentally shot a man while doing a backflip in a Denver bar on June 2nd. Accidentally shooting an innocent bystander doesn’t keep a dancing FBI agent from carrying a pistol. The bureau has allowed Chase Bishop to start carrying his service weapon again. Outrageously, FBI officials admitted that Bishop is back […]

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Monday, July 16, 2018

Briefcase Backup – The Suitcase Solar Generator

Big sale today on the Briefcase Backup Solar Generator. The Briefcase Backup is a portable back-up solution. It looks like a suit case and weighs about 12 pounds. All the specs are on the site. www.BriefcaseBackup.com Here’s the offer: For the next 48 hours (or until they run out) you can get your very own […]

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Top Benefits of Companion Planting and Popular Pairings

Having a healthy and beautiful garden requires more than just having the right gardening supplies. A well-maintained space gives you great benefits throughout the year, with delicious vegetables and stunning flowers that you can plant together to maximize growth, health, and nutrient absorption. You can easily achieve this through companion planting, which can give you […]

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Homesteading-Counting The Cost

When most people think about homesteading, they have a very different reality from their vision. This story is all about how I didn’t count the cost, and how I learned along the way what was REALLY important. I once had this dream, this lofty goal. My dream was to produce all our food that my […]

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Cabbage: Anti-Cancer Wonder Vegetable For Your Survival Garden

The cabbage is a proud member of the brassica family and is among the healthiest vegetables you can grow in your garden. Cabbage And King Cabbages and kings both have families. “‘The time has come,’ the Walrus said,‘to talk of many things:Of shoes – and ships – and sealing wax –Of cabbages – and kings […]

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Sunday, July 15, 2018

Does The Chinese Army Have A New “Flesh Burning” Laser Rifle?

China’s new laser rifle is reported to have incredible kill power. The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) may be close to deploying a powerful new laser rifle. The weapon called the ZKZM-500 has attracted a lot of attention through YouTube videos and news articles. The ZKZM-500 can supposedly “burn through clothes in a split second […]

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How Our View Of The World Affects Learning, Knowledge And Understanding

View Of The World: Here’s A Great Place To Start Our view of the world affects how we learn and understand all facts and evidence. First of all, a good discussion with respect to how our view of the world affects learning has to start right here: God knows Himself. He is light without darkness […]

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Hillary Clinton Flying “Commercial” As a Publicity Stunt?

It’s been a while since Hillary Clinton has flown commercial. Bill and Hillary Clinton have suddenly started flying commercial again. Passengers were reportedly flabbergasted when the former first couple sat next to them. “Hillary and Bill Clinton — they’re just like us!” Yahoo gushed. The Yahoo staff apparently missed The Daily Mail’s account of the […]

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Saturday, July 14, 2018

Does Working And Playing In The Sun Really Cause Skin Cancer?

Is the fear of skin cancer keeping you inside the house? A respected team of academics from Bristol, England, has burned up the Chicken Littles who have an inordinate fear of dying from skin cancer as a result of being in the sun. The epidemiologists say that warnings about the risk of skin cancer are […]

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How Two City Kids Became Homesteaders (and never looked back)

Nostalgia runs thick around here this time of year. Tomorrow marks the 10th anniversary of us purchasing our sad little Wyoming property and transforming it into the homestead life of our dreams. It’s also 10th anniversary of two twenty-something city kids pushing back against the typical suburban existence we were supposed to fall into, and […]

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Even Complaining About Bad Police Behavior Is Now A Crime In Many Places

Even questioning police can get you into trouble in many jurisdictions. Complaining about the police is apparently a crime in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas. Police reportedly filed charges against Adam Finley when he made a true complaint about an officer. Disturbingly, police had a dash cam video that verified Finley’s complaint but charged him anyway. Finely […]

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Amazon Secretly Ends Whole Foods’ GMO-Labeling Plan

Whole Foods will no longer tell consumers if its products contain genetically-engineered ingredients. Whole Foods will no longer tell consumers if its products contain genetically-engineered ingredients. Consequently, you can no longer trust America’s favorite organic grocer. Amazon secretly ended Whole Foods Market’s labeling requirements for genetically-modified organisms (GMO), Alternet reports. Disturbingly, Whole Foods’ new owner […]

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Friday, July 13, 2018

Before the Hurricane – The Common Sense Hurricane Guide Series (Part 1 of 3)

The Common Sense Hurricane Guide Series has three posts: “BEFORE the Hurricane”, “DURING the Hurricane” and “AFTER the Hurricane”. There's a lot of information, but a hurricane is a lot of storm. We found most hurricane guides to be superficial or flat out wrong, so we set out to create something better, with feedback from […]

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Super Garden! The Many Benefits Of Seaweed As A Garden Fertilizer

There’s still time this summer to enjoy the benefits of seaweed in your garden for farm. The best fertilizer you’d probably apply in your garden is seaweed, yet this is the last option people think of when shopping for fertilizers. People prefer buying fertilizers online or at their local shopping centers. This shouldn’t be the […]

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23 Functional Cucumber Trellis Ideas Guaranteed to Boost Your Harvest

Do you love the taste of delicious, fresh pickles? Are you growing cucumbers to make your own homemade pickles? Well, if you’re growing cucumbers, you’ll soon realize how important having a trellis can be. A lattice will not only make picking a ton easier, but it’ll also help protect the fruit of your harvest. As […]

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Zucchini Gummy Candy – A Fun and Easy Zucchini Recipe

Need a new easy zucchini recipe? Make some zucchini gummy candy! This zucchini gummy candy recipe is made without jello or pectin tastes like commercial gummy treats with no artificial flavors, colors or refined sugar. I saw a recipe online that made them with drink mix and sugar, and coated them with more drink mix […]

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12 Best Tips for Keeping Your House Cool without AC

Summertime may bring many wonderful things but the extreme heat is not one of them. For many, using air conditioning is not affordable nor available. Here are some tips for keeping your house cool in the summer heat, with or without AC. We use these techniques in steamy South Carolina to reduce our air conditioning […]

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Thursday, July 12, 2018

11 Home Remedies for Sunburn Relief to Get Rid of Sunburn

These home remedies for sunburn will help bring relief from sunburn itch and speed healing from your head to your toes. We have safe options for sunburn on your face, tips for a soothing bath and some of the best options for sunburn relief. How long does it take for sunburn to heal? That depends […]

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Pickled Cherry Tomatoes for Canning, Plus More Cherry Tomato Ideas

This recipe for pickled cherry tomatoes came about as a way of preserving the huge harvest of cherry tomatoes we had last year. The cherry tomatoes and an assortment of vegetables are cold packed and covered in hot brine. Vinegar lowers the pH, making it safe for water bath canning. Added salt and sugar tie […]

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Debt Leads To War? Can The World Pay $247 Trillion To Avoid It?

The global debt crisis should frighten us all because debt leads to war. The global debt is reportedly 318% larger than the value of all the world’s economies. The Institute of International Finance (IIF) estimates that the human race owes $247 trillion. One major issue concerning this fact is that very often debt leads to […]

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During the Hurricane – The Common Sense Hurricane Guide Series (Part 2 of 3)

The Common Sense Hurricane Guide Series has three posts: “BEFORE the Hurricane”, “DURING the Hurricane” and “AFTER the Hurricane”. This post assumes you have read through the Before the Hurricane post. This post focuses on what to do as the hurricane approaches and during the hurricane itself. We'll walk through a timeline starting roughly a […]

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Using Cinnamon And Ginseng To Slow Up Type II Diabetes

If you’re at risk of getting diabetes or already have diabetes, you should include cinnamon and ginseng in your diet on a regular basis. Herbal medicines, which include such ingredients as cinnamon and ginseng, have gained enormous acceptability with the public in the past 10 years. They’ve accomplished this despite the fact that research in […]

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Wednesday, July 11, 2018

Currant Jelly Recipe – Easy to Make Red Currant Jelly with No Added Pectin

This red currant jelly recipe starts with a pint of current juice (or more) and sugar. No commercial pectin is needed. I sometimes add a small amount of almond extract to switch up the flavor, but it's not required. If you'd like a currant spread recipe that uses less sugar, see “Apple Currant Spread – […]

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Bus Passengers Have No Constitutional Rights

The Fourth Amendment apparently can no longer protect bus passengers from the authorities. The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution apparently no longer applies on buses. Greyhound bus passengers across the country have reportedly been subjected to warrant-less searches. Law enforcement can stop and search Greyhound bus passengers without a warrant at any time, Consumer […]

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33 Charming DIY Wind Chimes to Brighten up Your Day

What sounds instantly come to mind when your mind wanders over summer? For me, it’s birds chirping, dogs barking, horses whinnying, and wind chimes clanging in the breeze. Wind chimes are one of my favorite sounds. I love how beautifully decorated most wind chimes are, and I love the feeling of home they bring with […]

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Tomato Flowers But No Fruit, or No Tomato Flowers – 9 Troubleshooting Tips

It's very frustrating when you have tomato flowers but no fruit, or big, beautiful tomato plants but no tomato flowers at all. Thankfully, most of the time you can get your tomatoes producing with a little extra TLC. In this post, we'll look at two tomato flower problems – no flowers at all, and tomato […]

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Armed Leftists Of “Redneck Revolt” Locked And Loaded For Civil War

Members of the Redneck Revolt pose fashionably at a recent protest. A group of heavily armed leftists is locked and loaded for civil war with the federal government and Trump supporters. Members of the “Redneck Revolt” and “John Brown Gun Club” participated in a July 4th rally at an ICE Detention Center outside Denver with […]

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Tuesday, July 10, 2018

Getting Rid Of Ants – 11 All-Natural Ways To Get Rid Of Ants In Your Kitchen

Getting rid of ants once they are in the kitchen requires some detective work. I hate ants. But it’s not just that, I even hate getting rid of ants. Oh, I know they are industrious and hard-working, and maybe I can admire them as they march in and out of an ant hill with some […]

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The Importance of Protecting Bees And Other Pollinators From Pesticides

Bees are at risk. That’s nothing most nature lovers haven’t heard before. However, it is a misconception to believe pest control requires damaging the fragile ecosystem of the bee. Nevertheless, it is also important to recognize just how damaging pesticides are to bees themselves. Finding a balance in managing pests and protecting (as well as […]

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A Common Sense Approach To The Defense Of The Homestead

Defense Of The Homestead As I sit down to write the article” Defense of the homestead”, it is a shade after midnight. Not such an odd hour for a freelance writer. The day job has been put behind me, the farm chores have been done. Also, the kids’ needs have been attended. This is the […]

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Monday, July 9, 2018

Little House On The Prairie Removed From Libraries

The Little House books have reportedly been generating controversy for many years. Even Little House on the Prairie is apparently too controversial for the nation’s libraries. The Association of Library Service to Children (ALSC) has publicly removed the name of Little House author Laura Ingalls Wilder from an award for children’s literature. The Laura Ingalls […]

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Smart technology sees through walls to track and identify people

A group of researchers and students at MIT have developed an intelligent radar-like technology that makes it possible to see through walls to track people as they move around, a development that could prove useful for monitoring the elderly or sick as well as for other applications — but that also raises privacy concerns. Tests […]

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The 11 Most Important Survival Items When You’re Lost And Desperate

There is always a chance that you could lose your way in the forest. Be prepared with survival items when you’re lost and desperate. If you spend any time in the outdoors, you could certainly get lost. You need some survival items when you’re lost and desperate, like when you spend time in the outdoors […]

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Sunday, July 8, 2018

Regaining The Blessings of Liberty by “Appealing To Heaven”

John Knox taught resistance to tyrants was essential to the blessings of liberty. The Blessings of Liberty . . . appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions. . . .—The Declaration of Independence (1776) …and to Him as the Supreme King and Judge, we commit the maintenance of […]

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Get Creative With These 26 Dollar Store Crafts to Make Something Beautiful

Raise your hand if you love getting lost in your favorite craft store. Now, raise your hand even higher if you love getting a good deal on a craft. Well, you’ll be interested to know you can find craft supplies and good deals in a place you may not have considered… your local dollar store. […]

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How To Keep Your Your Smart TV From Tracking Your Every Move

Roughly half the TVs being sold are now considered “smart”. There is compelling evidence that your Smart TV set is literally watching you. Disturbingly, at least a dozen TV manufacturers are tracking your viewing habits for profit. “People’s data is also increasingly being vacuumed right out of their living rooms via their televisions, sometimes without […]

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Saturday, July 7, 2018

World Adopting Unproven Renewable Energy Sources

Around 64% of the world’s power will come from renewable energy by 2050, Bloomberg New Energy Finance estimated. Even though renewable energy is an unproven source of power – it will be the world’s main source of electricity by mid-century. Around 64% of the world’s power will come from renewable sources by 2050, Bloomberg New […]

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Stopping Summer Garden Pests Without Using Chemicals

Tomatoes protect asparagus from pests like asparagus beetles. While there are many ways to deal with pests, most have disadvantages for the off-the-grid gardener. The bright yellow sticky traps used to capture aphids, cucumber beetles, thrips and other pests are unsightly and unpleasant to dispose of and are not sustainable. Copper strips can be effective […]

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How to Propagate New Plants with Minimal Work Using Layering

When I first started homesteading, I only had about ¼ of an acre to use to grow food. I partitioned part of that to use as a vegetable garden. Then, I earmarked the rest of the space as a mini fruit orchard and herb garden. As my budget allowed, I bought a fruit tree or […]

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Fight Inflammation And Stimulate Your Immune System With Bone Broth

Although it is easy to pick up broth and stock at the grocery store, there is a huge difference in taste and nutrition between these canned or boxed items and homemade bone broth. Bone broth has been a staple of home and restaurant cooking for centuries. Flavorful, healthy and easy to make, bone broth can […]

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Friday, July 6, 2018

The Danger From The Smart Grid That No One Is Talking About

Nobody knows if the smart grid will actually work because it is a totally new technology that no one has ever tried before. Big government’s plans to modernize electricity by creating a smart grid appear to be a recipe for disaster. Consequently, a grid such as this would be more vulnerable to hacking and sabotage. […]

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26 Gorgeous Low Maintenance Houseplants to Brighten Your Home

Is your thumb any color but green? Do you wish to add beautiful fresh plants to your home but can’t seem to keep them alive? You aren’t alone. There are many people out there who struggle with overwatering their plants, don’t have enough sunlight in their home for them, or are too busy with their […]

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Gun Fighting Secrets – Straight From The Wild West

Gun fighting secrets from the Wild West often emphasized pairing your handgun and your rifle in terms of caliber. I have long been a big fan of the Old West. The ingenuity, perseverance, practicality and sheer grit that went into the westward expansion of our Republic are nothing short of admirable. Also, the mark that […]

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One Out Of Three Americans Is Afraid Of Civil War

A recent Antifa clash with right-wing supporters has further fueled the fear of a second civil war in America. Nearly one out of three, or 31% of likely U.S. voters, think that a Second Civil War will break out within the next five years, a Rasmussen poll calculated. Disturbingly, more than one out of 10, […]

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Thursday, July 5, 2018

Home Vegetable Gardener – Summer Maintenance Reminders

As a home vegetable gardener, you can use all-natural bug sprays instead of harmful commercial pesticides. Ahhhh, the lazy days of summer! The mere mention of it brings up images of sunbathing at the beach or sitting on a patio sipping a frosty beverage. For the home vegetable gardener, summer means reaping the rewards of […]

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Unbelievable: Must Watch New Video “Let’s Make America Hateful Again”

San Antonio police are investigating an assault on 16-year-old Richard Hunter who was grabbing some grub and minding his own business at a local Whataburger. Hunter’s big mistake? Wearing a Make America Great Again hat. There’s some nice irony here since this incident took place on the 4th of July, a day where most Americans […]

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What is Powdery Mildew and How Can You Prevent or Treat It?

Have you ever walked in your garden and were surprised to see your plants covered with powdered sugar? If you’ve ever experienced this, the chances are that you have just encountered powdery mildew. It can wreak havoc on your garden if left untreated. For that reason, it is important to understand what powdery mildew is, […]

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Rejuvenate Yourself With These Old-Timer Sleep Secrets

Old-timer sleep secrets can teach us a great deal about how to get the most out of each night. There’s nothing like flying home to the Pacific Time Zone after spending time in the Central European Time Zone. You gain nine hours in the process, but the resulting jet lag is punishing to the body’s […]

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Wednesday, July 4, 2018

4th of July Video – Lost Secrets of Liberty

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Why Almost All Americans Are Dead Wrong About How We Lost Our Liberty

As we ask ourselves… how did we lose our liberty … it might be a good idea to look at the church first. Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it. —Psalm 127:1 The Struggle for Liberty Do people in church today even know what a Republic is? Liberty is […]

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Charming Off Grid A-Frame Cabin In The Catskills

Deep in the heart of the Catskill mountains, this beautiful off grid cabin sits on a two acre property with private access, surrounded by woods. It is solar powered, draws water from a well on the property, has a spring fed pond nearby. A-frame off grid cabin. Photos by Chris Daniele Like many of the […]

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Kennedy Retirement From Supreme Court Good News For Second Amendment?

Supreme Court Justice Kennedy retiring creates an opportunity for President Trump. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy’s retirement clears the way for an expansion of gun rights. Kennedy has been blocking attempts to expand Second Amendment rights for years. The Supreme Court has been refusing to hear Second Amendment cases for several years, law professor […]

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Tuesday, July 3, 2018

Ain’t No Cure For The Summertime Blues?

When the weather gets hot, it’s time to reach for the best foods to reduce anxiety. Here’s a short list of food that just might help with some mid-summer anxiety. Best Foods To Reduce Anxiety Green Leafy Vegetables Green leafy vegetables contain folate that produces dopamine. Dopamine is a feel-good chemical that’s produced in the […]

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Gun Control Zealot David Hogg Has Armed Bodyguards

In New York, two men who looked like off-duty police officers accompanied gun control activist David Hogg. “Never Again” gun control crusader David Hogg is being accompanied to public appearances by armed bodyguards. “Here’s David Hogg in NYC today with armed guards and bunch of publicists,” Sean Di Somma tweeted on June 20. Di Somma […]

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Propagating Succulents: 2 Methods to Do It Easily and Correctly

Do you enjoy growing succulent plants? They’ve become all the rage for adding a unique appearance to your outdoor gardens. But they are also an excellent option for growing as houseplants too. If you’d like more succulents in your garden or home you don’t have to buy more, instead, you can propagate the plants you […]

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A Common Sense Approach To The Defense Of The Homestead

Defense Of The Homestead As I sit down to write the article” Defense of the homestead”, it is a shade after midnight. Not such an odd hour for a freelance writer. The day job has been put behind me, the farm chores have been done. Also, the kids’ needs have been attended. This is the […]

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Monday, July 2, 2018

10 Fast Mid-Summer Vegetables You Still Can Plant From Seed

We are now well into the warmer months of the year, but you can still plant mid-summer vegetables from seed. When you think about planting mid-summer vegetables in the garden – especially planting from seed – you might get a mental image of those early spring plantings just as your garden is getting started for […]

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2 Homemade Ketchup Recipes – One for Canning, One Probiotic

Homemade ketchup seems somehow mysterious, but once you find a good recipe, it's not complicated to make. My youngest loves ketchup, so I tried out several homemade ketchup recipes until we found some he liked. The first ketchup recipe uses fresh tomatoes, and is suitable for canning or freezing for long term storage. The second […]

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Under pressure, afraid to take bathroom breaks. Inside Amazon warehouse

Working at an Amazon warehouse in the U.K., James Bloodworth came across a bottle of straw-colored liquid on a shelf. It looked like pee. How could he be sure? “I smelt it,” said the 35-year-old British journalist and author, talking about his new book “Hired: Six Months Undercover in Low-Wage Britain.” It was definitely pee, […]

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New Outbreak Of Deadly Ebola Epidemic Reported In Africa

The Ebola epidemic is very deadly because it can spread rapidly by only touching an infected person. Media outlets have reported a dangerous new outbreak of the deadly Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The outbreak, which started in May, has killed around 28 people in Central Africa, PBS reported. Also, the […]

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Sunday, July 1, 2018

Canada Makes Retaliatory Tariffs Official: ‘We will not back down’

The foreign minister of Canada announced Friday that Ottawa plans to impose about $12.6 billion worth of retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods on July 1, joining other major U.S. allies striking back in the escalating trade dispute. The country is working closely with the European Union and Mexico, according to Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland. “We […]

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Tower That Captures Water From Thin Air Is Helping Sustain Communities

© Warka Water Water is essential for life, yet is something often taken for granted by those of us with easy access to city water, a reliable well, or bottled water. For those who choose to live off the grid, obtaining clean water can be a challenge and is usually the first priority when planning […]

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What Type Of Liberty Are We Really Celebrating On The 4th Of July?

So What Exactly Is Liberty? Most Americans celebrate liberty without knowing its author. The French Revolution handed Western civil government a radically new conception of liberty. It had been percolating along for some time in the journals, books and coffee house discussions we call the Enlightenment. But the French Assembly then defined Liberty as an […]

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Growing Egyptian Walking Onions: How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest These Unique Onions

I am an onion addict. I use them in everything from soups to salads to sides and more. Back when I used to buy my onions, I went through about 5 pounds a week. Now that I am trying to grow our food at home, I have learned just how hard it is to produce […]

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Excessive “Summer Ice” In Arctic Now Blocking Oil And Natural Gas Shipments

Ice jams in Russia can affect electricity prices because natural gas is becoming a fuel of choice in America’s power plants. Arctic ice is blocking the entrance to two of Russia’s largest ports for the export of oil and natural gas. Tankers are unable to reach two giant ports because the Gulf of Ob is […]

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