No-Till Gardening: Because Sometimes Your Soil Just Wants a Nap…and that’s OK, Steve. Before we dig in (yes, the puns are staying), let me be clear: I’m not suggesting that if you’re not doing no-till, you’re gardening wrong. Far from it. I’m a big believer in the Mittleider method, and Read more…
Let me start by saying: I didn’t mean to break up with my fridge. It just…happened. One minute I’m standing in front of it, trying to remember why I opened the door (probably cheese), and the next I’m staring into the gaping, lukewarm void of compressor failure. Now, most people Read more…
Let’s be honest, not every tomato in the garden deserves a love letter and a back massage. Sometimes, you need crops that are more “independent cat” than “needy golden retriever.” Welcome to the Passive-Aggressive Garden—a plot where survival-of-the-fittest meets “plants, you’re on your own,” and somehow, it’s still harvest time. Read more…
The Great Depression Diet: What Grandma Ate That Kept Her Alive and Sassy(A throwback to resilience cooking—lard, vinegar pie, and how to make do without Instacart) Before there was keto, paleo, or that juice cleanse that turned your insides into a Slip ‘N Slide, there was Grandma’s Depression-Era Diet—the original Read more…
Let’s be honest—there comes a time in every self-reliant soul’s journey where the pantry looks more like a science lab than a kitchen. Between the “maltodextrin,” “sodium hexawhatchamacallit,” and the “may-contain-traces-of-meteor-dust” additives, you start wondering if you’re prepping for dinner or a high school chemistry final. But here’s a little Read more…
I Tried Living Without a Fridge for a Week—Here’s What Thawed Out (Including My Sanity) It started as a choice. Sort of. My fridge didn’t completely give up the ghost, but it started making a noise that sounded suspiciously like it was gargling its last Freon. Instead of rushing to Read more…
Imagine the power’s been out for days, but the aroma of fresh-baked bread still fills your home. That’s not a fantasy—it’s a skill you can master today before you actually need it. Most preparedness experts focus on stockpiling freeze-dried meals and energy bars, but they’re missing the psychological comfort that Read more…
In a world obsessed with disposable plastic, the humble beeswax wrap stands as both an ancient wisdom and modern solution for those serious about self-reliance. These flexible, reusable coverings aren’t just for the environmentally conscious—they’re practical tools in any prepper’s arsenal. Unlike plastic wrap that creates dependency on supply chains Read more…
Mississippi Mud Pudding Cake A brownie-like cake meets molten chocolate pudding—because sometimes, life is better when things get a little messy! Mom would make this for us kids as a special treat on family night. It’s delicious. I recommend adding in 3/4-1 cup of chopped walnuts. Ingredients For the Cake Read more…
A Self-Check Guide to Make Sure Your Stockpile is Functional, Not Just a Food Museum We’ve all seen it—or worse, done it ourselves. That moment when you step into your storage room, basement, or bunker (because who doesn’t dream of a good bunker?) and marvel at your well-stocked shelves. Cans Read more…