WELCOME to The Independence Days Challenge What is the Independence Days Challenge? Simply put, it’s a way for each of us to share the ways that we are building our independence our homes and on our land. This is all about building community, skills and growing more self-sufficient! We are here to teach […]
November 29, 2013 By
Pantry Primer: Expanding Beyond Groceries
This week, I’ve expanded beyond groceries – the week to week purchases that are made with meals in mind – and made some bulk purchases that have substantially added to my food supply. Because the last week’s shopping left some food for this week’s eating, I was able to focus more on storage food and […]
November 28, 2013 By
Simply Moments – The Big H
I had a couple of disturbing, and thought-provoking things happen this week. I wanted to share them with you… Disclaimer: This is a somewhat controversial subject, although it really shouldn’t be…so please, if you disagree with me, or are offended, I apologize and will not be hurt in the least if you close the screen […]
November 27, 2013 By
Simply Pumpkin Pie
Welcome to your Simply Pumpkin Pie Tutorial AND Recipe! Yes, Simply Living Simply is all about Semi-Homemade…but today were making Pumpkin Pie from Scratch…yes, SCRATCH! So a quick overview. We need pumpkins, sugar/baking pumpkins are best. Two will do you. A blender, some time, your favorite pie crust recipe (check back this week […]
November 22, 2013 By
Semi-Homemade Thanksgiving Series
Welcome back to our 3rd installment of Simply Living Simply’s Semi-Homemade Thanksgiving! Were going to talk a little about Breads and Salads today…with a few links that I thought you might like. Breads Thanksgiving would NOT be Thanksgiving without the rolls! And everyone has their own preference. You have those that are firmly […]
November 22, 2013 By
Plant a Tree
November 21, 2013 By
Living off the Land: Delusions and Misconceptions 2
This is an article from Prepared Christian by contributing Author: Woodtrekker Opportunity Cost of Hunting and Fishing Before we look at specific examples, it is important to note that when we speak of hunting and fishing, activities which require that you bring specific equipment into the woods, we have to look not only at […]
November 21, 2013 By
Dressing with Cranberries
Welcome Back to 7 Days of Homemade Thanksgiving Recipes! Today I am sharing my favorite Cornbread Dressing Recipe that I make every year! And yes, I said “Dressing”! I don’t make stuffing. Well, I did when I was first married quite awhile ago. But then I read several articles one year on food poisoning and […]
November 20, 2013 By
The Many Uses of Natural Herbs and Oils
Now a days, there is a variety of essential oils, roots, and herbs available to support healthy living. These natural products can be used for treating ailments, flavoring your food, skin care, create perfumes, and making environmentally safe cleaning products. If you do not have room for a garden, a few herbs planted by a […]
