My journey off the grid began back in 2012. In these seven years, I've learned several things I'd like to share with you. Now I've bounced back and forth between living off and on the grid, but a majority of my time has been spent living off the grid. Living Off The Grid: Lessons Learned Through Time There are just some things you can't learn by reading them out of a book. Of …Continue Reading
The Dangers Of Assassin Bugs And Ways To Deter Them
Reading Time: 5 minutesAssassin bugs (Reduviidae), also commonly known as ‘kissing bugs,’ present a danger to humans and our canine companions. Once only a resident of the Middle Americas, due to warmer climates this insect has made its way to over half of the United States. Assassin Bugs: Their Dangers And Deterrents The threat they pose? Chagas disease. This disease is contracted by the bite of …Continue Reading
Eminent Domain: How It Is Affecting And Afflicting Homesteaders
Reading Time: 3 minutesEminent domain is and has been affecting and afflicting farmers and homesteaders throughout the United States for some time now. What exactly is Eminent Domain? The definition is as follows: The right of a Government or its agent to expropriate private property for public use, with payment of compensation. Eminent Domain: Affecting And Afflicting Homesteaders For the longest …Continue Reading
Superfood Series: Avocados
Reading Time: 3 minutesYou are what you eat! At least that’s how the saying goes but there seems to be much truth behind it. There are so many superfoods out there that are delicious and packed full of healthy goodness. Why else would they be called superfoods? The one we will talk about today? Avocados! Superfood Series: Avocados This series will cover one superfood a week. I will cover the health …Continue Reading
The Benefits of Tongue Scraping
Reading Time: 4 minutesNot only is tongue scraping a thing, but it's been a thing for thousands of years. The use of tongue cleaners and scrapers goes far back to ancient times in India and is still practiced today. Tongue scraping is part of an Ayurvedic morning routine for grooming practices but also has health benefits. Many holistic healers and people who practice natural medicines know about …Continue Reading