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Frugality … Your Money Or Your Time?
In today's podcast I'm talking about frugality, and how it's easy to become focused on money, when what we really should be focusing on is our time. Frugality shouldn't just be about money, but should be about the tradeoff between money and time, and the relative value of the two. Have a … [Read More...]
How To Make Homemade Cleaners and Laundry Soap
I'm sure this is old hat to some of you, but my wife has recently decided to make and test some of her own cleaners. She's had this on the TODO list for quite some time, but it never really bubbled up to the top until now. Today I'm going to share the recipes that she used. Feel free to try … [Read More...]
Gatco Edgemate Professional Knife Sharpening System Review
Like most men, I suppose, I've purchased quite a few gadgets and gizmos for sharpening knives. Despite all of them, my favorite until now has been a classic whetstone. Guess that's because I learned with one. That said, a buddy of mine at work suggested I try something different. And I'm glad … [Read More...]
How To Find Parts For Wind Turbines And Solar Panels
A couple of you have asked recently where to find some of the parts needed to build an alternative energy system, in particular some of the hard to find items for wind turbines. Today I want to tell you where I found most of the stuff I used when building them. Motors For Wind Turbines The best … [Read More...]
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After The Dust Settles … What Do We Do Now?
(Rudy's Note: This is a guest post from a reader named Kate Kelley. Enjoy it!) Preparing can be a very daunting thing to consider. Most of us are in agreement that there is some sort of “event” in the future that will disrupt life the … [Read More...]
Wednesday Link Dump
So I haven't been writing lately, been ridiculously busy with summer time activities. But I wanted to share some of the articles I've been reading lately... From 'The View From North Central Idaho' Joe Huffman writes an article titled 'Debt … [Read More...]
Three Things You Must Consider To Protect Yourself From Inflation
I know this is a hot topic because I've gotten several emails and a few Twitter messages about ways to guard against the continually eroding dollar. The thought of ending up with paper money worth no more than the paper that it's printed on is a … [Read More...]
DIY Alternative Energy
Last year, I believe it was, I worked with a friend of mine to put together an e-course on DIY alternate energy. It's been sitting on a shelf for a while, and I thought now would be a good time to throw it out there for folks to try and get some … [Read More...]
Don't Forget to Learn from Everyone You Can
Thanks everyone for being patient with me during my unplanned hiatus. My grandfather passed away after a brief illness and was surrounded by family and friends. Thanks again for all of your thoughts and prayers. I will be returning to my normal … [Read More...]
The Proper Care and Feeding of Stored Wheat
Wheat. The cornerstone of life. The centerpiece of any long term food storage solution and something that should be included in everyone's plans. But do you know how to take care of it, to properly store it, to keep it safe and ready to be … [Read More...]
Preparing Your Family For The Zombie Apocalypse
I know, now you're thinking … I know WHY I should prepare. It's blatantly obvious! But what I DON'T know is what on earth I'm preparing for! The answer to that question should also be pretty obvious. We're preparing for the invasion of the … [Read More...]
New and Noteworthy
New and Noteworthy for Today, January 27, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. The Real Meaning of Downward Class Migration | The Survival Podcast A Shift in Perspective: Micro-Budgeting to Big-Picture Finances | Frugal Dad How a Sewing Machine Works | End the War on Freedom 10K Reasons to Worry About Critical Infrastructure | [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, January 26, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. Blind faith Of the Ignorant, By the Ignorant, For the Ignorant | Power Line Obama Energy Fibs | Power Line The Freedom To Make Bad Decisions What genocide teaches us The Manufacturing Sector in the US. – Far From Dead The [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, January 25, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. Burrowed Time Europe is falling fast even the usual banner wavers of recovery seem to know it now. Come to think of it I haven’t seen too many feel good fortune tellers spinning tales either lately. Where is Krugman these days? [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, January 24, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. What Makes Americans Tick | Neal’s Soapbox The 2012 Election Circus — The Acts, The Players, The Hype Obama’s Government vs. Your Family | Power Line » Ron Paul Slams “Out Of Control Police State” After Rand Paul Detained By TSA [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, January 23, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. Helpful Tools This is a collection of helpful tools that I’ve created through the years to help plan my garden. Clicking on the photos will make them larger but clicking on the links will open an Excel or Word document that [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, January 20, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. SOPA/PIPA and The Netwar Begins Vox Popoli: Shutting them down Lawful vs Constitutional How To….Make Creamy Oatmeal Dark Arts for Good Guys: The Right to Knife pt II Limit on cash transfers in Belgium Dems propose ‘Reasonable Profits Board’ to regulate [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, January 19, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. Warning Signs Water storage Identity Politics and the Ongoing American Balkanization Improvised Pack Frames Come On, People! Poor Men Do Not Become President | Wizbang Gonzalo Lira: This Is America Today, Part I Note: Get these links in real time by [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, January 18, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. DIY Paracord donut Revolution or Reformation? Home Security System: An Integral Part Of Your Home | ModernSurvivalOnline.com Making homemade luffa soap. Reality Bites How the Sausage Gets Made Protecting Home Canned Foods From Freezing Why I’m Suing Barack Obama | Truthout [...]
Using Systems and Processes in your Preps
Our entire world is comprised of systems. We're surrounded by them. Some are natural, some are human created. Some are good, some are bad. But there are systems for everything. The key is to learn how to leverage them and how to create your own systems and leverage them to reach your goals, … [Read More...]