Welcome to your common sense refuge in a crazy world. Hi, I’m Laurie. I believe in straight talk, hard work and a healthy dose of laughter. Being self-reliant isn’t about trying to tackle everything on your own; it’s about common sense choices to improve your life. You can do it, we can help! Search the Site Search Recipes Beet Kvass and the Purple Bull Dutch Oven Cooking – How to Use a Cast Iron Dutch Oven Low Sugar Apricot Jam Recipe – Sweeten with Sugar or Honey Check out our recipes Preparedness Storage and Shelf Life of Over-the-Counter Medication 3 Emergency Water Filtration Options to Get the Funky Chunks Out Emergency Power Options for Your Home – Gas Generators and More Get started with preparedness Gardening How to Grow Garlic in the Garden – From Planting to Harvest Growing Asparagus – Planting, Care and Harvesting a Perennial Favorite Permaculture Design Elements – 3 Keys You Need to Know Learn more about gardening
