By now everyone has probably seen the Farmer's Almanac prediction for this upcoming winter. For us, in Indiana, it is supposed to be like last winter if not worse. So we are getting winter ready sooner.
Hubby bought a freezer for us to fill up for one thing. Last winter our drive was frozen and I couldn't move our car for about a month. So, hubby wanted that filled up for winter. We have someone coming sometime this week with a load of gravel to redo our driveway. That should help a lot! Pretty sure that is why it was hard to get out of the drive last winter. No gravel for traction and the snow just froze solid on our hill.
We have started sealing the bottom of the house with plastic. We got the back of the house done yesterday and around the back deck. It doesn't look the best , but if it keeps the floor from being so cold that will help a lot. I have extra plastic to do our windows and back door with, but I will wait another month or so to do those. It has been so nice last week that I want to be able to open windows.
We also re-potted all of our flowers and trees. I found out the painful way that lemon trees have horrible thorns!
WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN DOING TO GET WINTER READY????
Monday, September 15, 2014
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
The Homesteading Guidebook - A Beginners Guide to Self Sufficient Living (Self Sustained Living)
The Homesteading Guidebook - A Beginners Guide to Self Sufficient Living (Self Sustained Living) was a free book for the kindle when this post was written.
By going back to our roots as producers, each household member learns the value of commodities like food, water, shelter and clothing. This in turn allows them to appreciate more what they have and conserve the same. The bottom line is, homesteading allows you to appreciate what you have and take care of our surroundings. I hope that this leads to a more responsible and environmentally conscious generation.
By going back to our roots as producers, each household member learns the value of commodities like food, water, shelter and clothing. This in turn allows them to appreciate more what they have and conserve the same. The bottom line is, homesteading allows you to appreciate what you have and take care of our surroundings. I hope that this leads to a more responsible and environmentally conscious generation.
Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn...
- Basic Land Requirements
- Plants and Crops
- Farm Animals
- Necessary Equipment and Facilities
- Practical Tips and Information
- A Great Intro to Self Sufficient Living
101 Ways to Prepare Your Home for a Natural Disaster
101 Ways to Prepare Your Home for a Natural Disaster was a free book for the kindle when this post was written.
Natural disasters are events that come in different shapes and forms, and usually without warning. They range from catastrophic weather conditions to seismic events. When these events occur, they can injure people, take lives, and cause property damage. Although the susceptibility of each country varies, there is no place on Earth that is considered disaster-free.
Since most of these disasters are inevitable, the best thing we can do is to be prepared. Preparedness is a good thing so that when disaster comes, it will cause less damage to our property and we can avoid needless injury.
101 Ways to Prepare Your Home for a Natural Disaster aims to guide you on what you should do before, during, and after a natural disaster by covering the following topics:
- Types of Natural Disasters
- Early Warning Systems
- Food Needs
- Water Needs
- Creating an Emergency Disaster Plan
- Preparing Your Home Against Natural Disasters
- First Aid Skills and Techniques
- Tips on Disaster Communication Plan
- Evacuation During Disasters
- Returning Home After the Disaster
Natural disasters are events that come in different shapes and forms, and usually without warning. They range from catastrophic weather conditions to seismic events. When these events occur, they can injure people, take lives, and cause property damage. Although the susceptibility of each country varies, there is no place on Earth that is considered disaster-free.
Since most of these disasters are inevitable, the best thing we can do is to be prepared. Preparedness is a good thing so that when disaster comes, it will cause less damage to our property and we can avoid needless injury.
101 Ways to Prepare Your Home for a Natural Disaster aims to guide you on what you should do before, during, and after a natural disaster by covering the following topics:
- Types of Natural Disasters
- Early Warning Systems
- Food Needs
- Water Needs
- Creating an Emergency Disaster Plan
- Preparing Your Home Against Natural Disasters
- First Aid Skills and Techniques
- Tips on Disaster Communication Plan
- Evacuation During Disasters
- Returning Home After the Disaster
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
Campsite Cooking: Delicious and Easy Recipes Using Foil Packets, Grills and More
Campsite Cooking: Delicious and Easy Recipes Using Foil Packets, Grills and More was a free book for the Kindle when this post was written.
Campsite cooking is not a new fad; it has been around for centuries. Our ancestors were foragers, having to go out and find food they wanted to eat. If it did not grow around them or walk by them, chances are they did not eat it. Today, we can get more creative with the meals we make while camping making the meals healthy and delicious. The recipes in this book will be fun for the family to create together.
This book will walk you through what campfire cooking is, how you can create amazing meals with it, and give tons of delicious recipes to tantalize your taste buds. Not only that, but it will tell you how to cook certain foods you have never cooked and will make you start thinking of more creative dishes you can make back home in the kitchen or on the grill.
Campsite cooking is not a new fad; it has been around for centuries. Our ancestors were foragers, having to go out and find food they wanted to eat. If it did not grow around them or walk by them, chances are they did not eat it. Today, we can get more creative with the meals we make while camping making the meals healthy and delicious. The recipes in this book will be fun for the family to create together.
This book will walk you through what campfire cooking is, how you can create amazing meals with it, and give tons of delicious recipes to tantalize your taste buds. Not only that, but it will tell you how to cook certain foods you have never cooked and will make you start thinking of more creative dishes you can make back home in the kitchen or on the grill.
Indoor gardening - How to grow beautiful tomatoes, bell peppers & avocados at home
Indoor gardening - How to grow beautiful tomatoes, bell peppers & avocados at home (Indoor Gardening, Urban Garden Book 1) was a free book for the kindle when this post was written.
Your diet sucks.
Well, it doesn’t suck that much, but I know that you want to eat healthier, natural vegetables.
We all know that natural vegetables are the best. They taste better, they look better, and they provide your body with the best vitamins and nutrients that Mother Nature has to offer.
SO GROW YOUR OWN.
“But I don’t have green fingers, I don’t even have a garden.”
That doesn’t matter.
This helpful eBook will teach you everything you need to know about indoor gardening basics
Along with teaching you how to grow tomatoes, bell peppers, and avocados, this comprehensive guide will teach you:
How to start indoor gardening for beginners
Step-by-step guides on how to grow each
Harvesting your crop
Meal ideas for each vegetable & more...
Download your kindle copy of Indoor gardening – How to grow beautiful tomatoes, bell peppers & avocados at home and when you grow your indoor vegetables, not only will your body thank you for natural food intake, your sense of accomplishment will also leave both you and your tummy with something to smile about.
Discover How to Grow Healthy & Delicious Tomatoes, Bell Peppers & Avocados At Home
Your diet sucks.
Well, it doesn’t suck that much, but I know that you want to eat healthier, natural vegetables.
We all know that natural vegetables are the best. They taste better, they look better, and they provide your body with the best vitamins and nutrients that Mother Nature has to offer.
SO GROW YOUR OWN.
“But I don’t have green fingers, I don’t even have a garden.”
That doesn’t matter.
This helpful eBook will teach you everything you need to know about indoor gardening basics
Along with teaching you how to grow tomatoes, bell peppers, and avocados, this comprehensive guide will teach you:
Download your kindle copy of Indoor gardening – How to grow beautiful tomatoes, bell peppers & avocados at home and when you grow your indoor vegetables, not only will your body thank you for natural food intake, your sense of accomplishment will also leave both you and your tummy with something to smile about.
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