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Lessons From a Lifetime of Taking Care of My Own Kitchen

I’ve been cooking, gardening, and taking care of a household long enough to know that many things in life don’t need to be complicated. Somewhere along the way, we started buying special products for problems our grandparents handled with a little common sense, some elbow grease, and a clean kitchen sink. When it comes to washing fruits and vegetables, I’m not interested in expensive gimmicks or fancy bottles with impressive labels. I want something that works, makes sense, a

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7 Tasty Ways to Eat Canned Vegetables – Really!

If you’re anything like me, your heart does not go pitter-patter at the idea of opening a can of veggies and saying, “Buon appetite!” Also, if you’re anything like me, you have a hefty stash of them that you bought on sale. So, how can you use them (and get your family to come back for seconds?) Here are a few concoctions I make with canned veggies that my family and I enjoy. Consider working them into your repertoire to use up those cans collecting dust in your pantry. Here

Daisy Luther

Jun 4

Forever chemicals may change when they enter your body. Here's what we know.

Virtually every living thing on Earth, from Patagonian penguins to newborn human babies, has been touched by the synthetic chemicals known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS. In fact, you would be hard-pressed to find a sample of human blood, tissue, or breast milk without detectable levels of at least one type of PFAS. Making matters worse, researchers are continually uncovering links between human exposure to PFAS and poor health outcomes, including a weakened

Carrie McDonough

Jun 4

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Prepared, Not Paranoid: Staying Alive When Chaos Comes Calling

I’ve lived long enough to know one thing: trouble rarely sends an invitation before it arrives. After five decades on this earth, I’ve learned that responsibility doesn’t end when we walk out the front door. Whether you’re a husband, father, grandfather, or simply a man who believes in taking care of himself and those around him, preparation matters. That doesn’t mean living in fear. It means keeping your eyes open, your head clear, and your instincts sharp. A person doesn’t

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Five Amish Remedies That Remind Us to Take Responsibility for Our Own Health

Somewhere along the way, we forgot something our grandparents understood: a family should know how to take care of itself. For generations, Americans lived close to the land. They planted gardens, raised animals, preserved food, and knew how to use the resources around them. They didn’t have a convenience store on every corner or a solution delivered to their front door with the click of a button. They relied on hard work, common sense, and knowledge passed down through the f

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Russia’s Diesel Decision Should Wake America Up: Energy Security Isn’t Optional

I’ve been around long enough to remember when energy wasn’t treated as a political talking point — it was understood as a basic necessity. You needed fuel to get to work, run a farm, move products, and keep the country operating. It wasn’t complicated. A strong nation needed a reliable energy supply. That lesson seems to be getting lost. Russia’s recent decision to restrict diesel exports after refinery disruptions is a reminder that energy markets are not just about economic

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Keeping Skunks Out of the Homestead Without Making War on Wildlife

A man learns a few things when he spends enough years working the land. You learn that fences need mending, tools need maintaining, gardens need tending, and every creature that walks, crawls, or flies across your property has a purpose. You also learn that sometimes a little prevention saves a whole lot of trouble. Skunks are one of those country neighbors that most folks would rather admire from a distance. They’re not looking for trouble, and they actually do some good by

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Man’s Guide to Summer: Saving Money, Building Skills, and Making the Most of the Season

After more than five decades on this earth, I’ve learned something important: time is one of the few resources you can never replace. Money comes and goes, possessions wear out, but a summer day that slips away is gone forever. That’s why I’ve never been a fan of wasting the warm months sitting around waiting for life to happen. Summer is a gift. It gives us longer days, better weather, and opportunities to work on the things that matter—our homes, our families, our skills, a

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The Old-Fashioned Way: Turning Your Dog Into a True Partner When Life Gets Tough

After more than five decades of watching the world change, one thing has become clear to me: the people who know how to handle hard times are usually the ones who prepared before they had to. I grew up believing that a dog had a purpose. Sure, a dog brings companionship, loyalty, and plenty of good memories, but a well-trained dog can offer something more. A dependable dog can be an extra set of eyes, a warning system, a trail companion, and a source of confidence when circum

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Lessons From a Lifetime of Taking Care of My Own Kitchen

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The Lesson of Being Prepared: Why Every Man Should Know How to Use an Israeli Bandage

I grew up believing a man should know how to handle problems when they show up. You fix what breaks, you take responsibility for your family, and you don’t assume someone else will always be there to bail you out. That mindset applies to emergencies too. Most folks spend plenty of time preparing for storms, power outages, vehicle trouble, or unexpected expenses. But one of the simplest things we can prepare for is something that can happen anywhere: a serious injury with heav

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Welcome to Survivalist Scoop! Here you will learn skills designed to help you and your family not only survive, but even thrive in the face of disaster. Grab Your Bug-Out bag, put your survival hat on, and get ready to prepare!