Category: Non Seasonal

Jin Shin Jyutsu Via the Hand

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Jin Shin Jyutsu Via the Hand Jin Shin Jyutsu  relies upon the pressure points of the body in an area believed to be linked to a particular organ’s health. It is a big part of traditional Chinese medicine and has been in practice for centuries. I will be honest and tell …

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16 Survival & Self-Reliance Uses For Sticky Pine Sap

16 Survival & Self-Reliance Uses For Sticky Pine Sap

Some posts may contain affiliate links. 16 Survival & Self-Reliance Uses For Sticky Pine Sap I knew about using pine sap as pine pitch. I had not thought of the other 15 uses! It can be a bit difficult to harvest and thank goodness the featured article also give advice on how to do that …

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The Ultimate Knot Reference

Some posts may contain affiliate links. The Ultimate Knot Reference If like me you are a visual hands on learner, you will love this featured link! You can actually watch the animated tying of the knot. Much easier for me to learn when I don’t have to keep going back to a written reference and …

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Interactive NukeMap

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Interactive NukeMap Ever wonder just what the aftermath of a nuclear explosion would be in your specific area? Would you be in the blast zone considered part of ground zero or in the fall out zone? What are the zones? What can you expect? Thermal effects, ionizing radiation, or …

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15 PVC Pipe Projects

Some posts may contain affiliate links. 15 PVC Pipe Projects I enjoy PCV pipe projects! The material is light weight and easy to use. It’s versatile enough that there is almost nothing you can’t make with it! And when you are done, it is so easy to pick up and carry away with you or for …

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Surviving Hostage Situations & Terrorist Attacks

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Surviving Hostage Situations & Terrorist Attacks On November 13, (2015) members of the Islamic State killed 130 people in terror attacks in Paris, France, 89 of which were held hostage in a theater. A week later, Islamic gunmen took 170 hostages in a Mali hotel. Seeing situations like this in the …

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MIY Echinacea Tincture

Some posts may contain affiliate links. MIY Echinacea Tincture I love Echinacea! It is my favorite herbal remedy. In the featured article from Reformation Acres talks about making your own tincture for the primary reason of boosting your immune system and helping you recover from colds quicker. However, I am of the opinion (from my …

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DIY Wine Bottle Bird Feeder

Some posts may contain affiliate links. DIY Wine Bottle Bird Feeder A really neat recycle project. Make your own bird feeder from old wine bottles. Good for the birds, good for you, and good for the earth! Featured from Down Home Inspiration by Kristen who has a number of nifty simple crafty ideas you might …

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You’re a Good Person; Could You Really Shoot Someone?

You're a Good Person; Could You Really Shoot Someone?

Some posts may contain affiliate links. You’re a Good Person; Could You Really Shoot Someone?   This is one of my favorite featured articles. Most of us who own guns are quick to say “Yes, if I have to”. But what is a good enough reason to have to?  Once again, the common answer from …

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Bug-Out Clothing Mindset

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Bug-Out Clothing Mindset I have been changing out the clothing in my bug-out bag seasonally for a long time and had never considered some of the issues brought up in the featured article. Especially as my children are now adults. However, now that I am of the adjusted mindset…. …

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