How an old-fashioned fermentation method turned my garden into a soda fountain. There was a time when a cold bottle of soda was something special. It was sweet. It was bubbly. It was refreshing. And somewhere along the way, it became so ordinary that we stopped thinking much about what was actually inside the bottle….
First Considered Soap-making tends to be at the top of the list of preppers’ considerations for sustainable skills to learn. After all, soap is used and needed daily. Making homemade soap was also one of my first skills that I learned. I have to admit, it is fun and rewarding. Homemade soap also makes greats…
History of Candy Candy originated as medicine! Remember the song from Mary Poppins “Just a spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down…”. That’s how candy started! While it was sweetened, the herbs used in making the candy were helpful for combating common illnesses. This stands in great opposition to modern day USA made candy….
High Importance I consider today’s topic of utmost importance. My flour grinder is equally important to me as my refrigerator. If anything ever happened to it, I would replace it immediately. Why? Keep reading… Mankind’s Attraction to Light Flour Without modern machinery, it takes a lot of manual labor to reduce whole grains down to…
I love food!!! As a child I created a restaurant menu to make and sell food to my siblings. In my early twenties I designed and opened three successful restaurants from scratch. I studied nutrition, completed a certified training course in nutrition, and was able to assist people in reversing disease through nutrition. I then…
Welcome back to my series on “The Things I No Longer Buy”! Today, we’re tackling a household staple that many people consider essential: shampoo and conditioner. As someone who has found freedom in skipping commercial hair products, I’m excited to share my journey, insights, and effective alternatives that have made a significant difference in my…
Welcome back to our series, “The Things We No Longer Buy”! As gardening season approaches, it’s time to start your nursery plants for that upcoming summer garden. If you haven’t already thought about it, now is the perfect moment to get those seeds ready to sprout! God’s Renewability Let’s take a moment to consider how…
Welcome to another entry in our series, “Things I No Longer Buy.” Today, we’re diving into an often-overlooked topic: salad dressing! You might be surprised to learn that eating lots of salads could actually lead to heart issues. You may wonder how this is possible when you’re just eating lettuce and vegetables. The answer typically…
Welcome back to our series, “Things I No Longer Buy,” where we jump into the exciting world of alternatives that can make life easier, more affordable, and—let’s be honest—a bit more hilarious. Today, we’re diving into a household staple that can really flush your wallet: toilet paper. That’s right, folks! We’re waving a big “see…
There’s something magical about a sourdough starter. For me, it’s not just a simple mixture of flour and water; it’s a treasure of possibilities, a source of nourishment, and a gateway to self-sufficiency. As someone who believes in the power of multi-functional ingredients, my sourdough starter has become an indispensable part of my kitchen and…