12 Plants to Beat the Winter Blues
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by MarcusG
3y ago
We wake up, it’s dark. We finish work, look up from our computer, it’s dark. Oh, right, it’s winter. I don’t know about you, but this dark, cold season can really get me down. Fortunately, there are some backyard plants that you can grow and use to give you an extra pep in the dark season. St. John’s Wort This one’s common, maybe one of the most common medicinal plants you will find. Most people think it’s just a weed, so it will probably grow well in your backyard medicinal plant garden throughout much of the U.S., as well as Europe, Asia and North Africa. And a bonus, it’s a nectar source ..read more
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8 Plants to Boost Your Immune System Now
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by MarcusG
3y ago
Winter is coming and there’s a good chance you will be exposed to cold germs, the flu, or Covid-19. Let’s hope not, but here are some plants that can help you build a wall of immunity around yourself. And bonus, you can find many of these plants in your own backyard. But don’t wait until winter to find them. Fall is the best time to track down these plants. I personally love a walk in the woods or park in fall. Pumpkin Seeds Yes, that’s right pumpkin seeds and what better to do with that old pumpkin? Well there are 26 other things you can do with your old pumpkin if you don’t line the seeds ..read more
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26 Things to Do With Your Pumpkin After Halloween
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by MarcusG
3y ago
It’s that time of year again. The invasion of the pumpkins. Over 1.5 billion pounds of pumpkin are grown each year in the United States. Year after year I carve the pumpkin with my kids into some sort of monster, leave it on the porch, and it rots – melting away into a pile of mold and mush. No fail, the weather heats up right after I carve it, and in a week it has a cornucopia of mold species growing. Great for my kid’s science fair project and nothing else. If you’re like me and wonder what else to do with your pumpkin, besides feeding the mold of the world, take a look at these tips. Drink ..read more
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First a Pandemic, and Now It’s Hurricane Season
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by MarcusG
3y ago
Time to Double Down on Your Preparedness I remember staring out the window of my Florida apartment, sitting through the second of three hurricanes that blasted through about ten years ago. I squinted through the rain streaked window, watching the trees blow halfway over, until there was a loud blast and a brilliant white light. Then, nothing, the lights went out and the downed electric line whipped around on the ground like a snake for what seemed like forever before going out. We were out of power for almost 3 weeks, but I can’t imagine that after this pandemic. So, here are some tips for y ..read more
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Guide to Long Term Food Storage
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by MarcusG
3y ago
Being ready for your survival when disaster strikes is one of the essential things that you have to keep in mind. In this ever-changing world, you need to be prepared for what can happen-having enough food and water during these times should be one of your top priorities if you want to survive longer. When Covid-19 hit most people were scrambling to find food. Essentials like flour, peanut butter, and the delicacy, toilet paper flew off the shelves! Take a look at our guide to long term food storage so you aren’t stranded next time. Preparedness should be done just in case a disaster strikes ..read more
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Best Bunkers for the Next Disaster
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by MarcusG
4y ago
We often, at any given point, think about the way to be prepared for the scenarios of multiple disasters. Finding the best bunker for the next disaster is an important part of this. How large is it? How hidden is it? How much does it cost? What kind of disasters can it protect you from? There are many possibilities with such a military mindset; you can purchase a luxurious palace nestled underground or build your backyard bunker. Here are some of the bunkers types to use in the next disaster, from the abundantly extravagant to the utilitarian. The bunkers are rated according to their sustain ..read more
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Best Seven Places to Live Off the Grid
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by MarcusG
4y ago
Most of us want to experience a sense of liberty and independence by living away from everyone and everything. Deciding to live off the grid is usually a big step and calls for a level of preparedness. Most people also believe that one can live off the grid anywhere when in the real sense, some places are more suitable than others. Therefore, if you want to ditch the real estate world, buy some land and build yourself a homestead away from the buzz of the town and people, below are some of the places to live off the grid in the US. Northern Arizona Arizona is definitely one of the best places ..read more
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Best No Yeast Bread
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by MarcusG
4y ago
When Covid-19 hit, yeast and flour flew off the shelves. In a time of distress and global disaster, apparently we all could not resist the smell of baking bread in our homes to give us some comfort. That’s also a trick real estate agents use to draw the buyer in. But seriously, the lack of access to yeast raises a serious concern about our own household preparedness in the next disaster. Below is the best no yeast bread. Why is Yeast Important? When we talk about tasty and crunchy bread, we should bear in mind that yeast forms an important part of the entire bread making process. Yeast is imp ..read more
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Best DIY Water Filter For Your Next Emergency
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by MarcusG
4y ago
What?! A disaster hits and you don’t have a water filter? That’s okay, we have just the solutions for you to build your own, very easy DIY water filter. You’ll need these, because after a disaster you should not use water you suspect or have been told is contaminated to wash dishes, brush your teeth, wash and prepare food, wash your hands, make ice, or make baby formula.  The Centers for Disease Control has a guide to food and water contamination after a disaster. Water contaminated with fuel or toxic chemicals will not be made safe by boiling or disinfection. Oh and if you also need som ..read more
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What’s the Best Survival Shovel in 2020?
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by MarcusG
4y ago
If you want a shovel, things have changed since your grandpa was around. I fondly remember my grandfather taking me to his cabin in the woods in the middle of nowhere West Virginia, where we proceeded to hack away at vines, chop fire wood, and eat bologna sandwiches. One of the many tools he permanently “lent” me was his WWII style (well maybe not just style since he was a medic in WWII) foldable shovel. In fact, it was exactly like this one. For my 10 year old self this was the best survival shovel (for my friend too who ended up having to poop in the woods after a long car trip). Things ..read more
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