There’s no way to deny it, the cost of everything is going up…especially the cost of food! Doesn’t it seem like every time you go grocery shopping, the meat items are one of the biggest budget busters in the cart? And if you’re like me — committed to buying organic grass-fed beef, pork, and/or chicken… Continue Reading
Homesteading
How to Generate A Sustainable Income Without Working Nine-to-Five
“Don’t ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and then go and do that. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” ~Howard Thurman Have you ever wondered if you could use your passions in life and actually turn them into an sustainable income? When I… Continue Reading
How to Create a Gardening Binder
Spring is here and many of us will be knee deep in compost very soon — if you’re not already — preparing our gardens for what we pray will be a beautiful harvest. After 4 years of pretty serious gardening, I consider my garden beds mature. By now, I have a good understanding of what… Continue Reading
They Call Us Crazy: How To Thrive When Living a Non-Mainstream Lifestyle
Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. ~Steve Jobs Without a doubt, sustainable living and frugality are coming into vogue. Yet by-and-large this lifestyle remains an ideal…something few people do and most people only talk about. For those of us who challenge the status quo and act on our thoughts… Continue Reading
What Should I Do If I Can’t Grow a Garden?
Let’s be honest — with the high level of urbanization in our world, growing seasonal fruits and vegetables just isn’t feasible for everyone. But the good news is…during the peak of harvest there are multiple ways to acquire fresh, home-grown produce without having to step foot in a grocery store or break the bank! Growing your… Continue Reading
In the Garden: How to Make Your Own Homemade Organic Insecticides and Pesticides
As I was watering the garden this morning, and carefully inspecting the plants, I noticed the first signs of aphids in the peppers! Given the mild winter, I fear that we may have trouble with pests this year — and that’s just the reality of growing your own. While there are many, many commercially-prepared products… Continue Reading