Can an Onion Stop the Flu?
Can an Onion Stop the Flu? In my world I can say yes. I have set onions in each bedroom and each main room in my house for several years. So have people I know. My mother-in-law heard this tip… Continue Reading
An Easy Water Filter Anyone Can Make
Here is a low cost easy water filter that you can make anywhere. It can also filter up to 99% of e.coli and other nasties out of the water. This method of filtering can filter up to 4 liters of… Continue Reading
What is the Best Way to Ripen Pears?
Can you get perfect peaches and pears in January? Sure, if you ripen them at home. But what is the best way to ripen pears? I live in Montana, and it is really hard to get good produce anytime of… Continue Reading
How to Make a Homemade Turkey Broth Recipe
I know that a lot of people are scared by the turkey bones, but there is nothing to stew about. (haha) Homemade turkey broth is a snap and it is SO healthy. Cooking the bones to get your broth releases… Continue Reading
Preparing Home Canning Jars
I am getting ready for home canning. I haven’t canned for about 15 years. I’ve been busy raising kids, not gardens. But this year I am giving it a try again. As I was rounding up all my canning supplies, I… Continue Reading
Are You Installing a Wood Stove?
I was recently contacted by someone with questions about what else you need when installing a wood stove. There is an old adage that says putting up wood warms you four times(cutting, splitting, stacking and burning) So this is… Continue Reading
The Garden is IN!
I am so excited! I inherited a green house last fall. We set it up, and filled up the boxes and pots with lovely dirt this spring. I have just finished planting all my plants and seeds. I mixed some… Continue Reading
Can Flannel Sheets Lower your Heating Bill?
Can flannel sheets really lower your heating bill? It’s true. For myself, I hate getting into cold sheets. I turn the heat up or turn on a heating pad, so I don’t get into a cold bed. I… Continue Reading
Take a Word of Advice from the Natives!
There is a lot we can learn from native peoples… by
Are You a Gun Nut?
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