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Are You Ready For The Next Influenza Epidemic? How Will You Survive The Next Pandemic?

Are You Ready For The Next Influenza Epidemic? How Will You Survive The Next Pandemic?

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In doing some research about influenza, I came across the great Influenza Epidemic of 1918-1919. This happened during World War I and affected everyone on both sides of the ocean as well as across the world. It affected soldiers as well as citizens. It is estimated that 50 million people died during this epidemic. That is compared to the 16 million people who died during World War I.One thing that was absent from this epidemic was antibiotics. They simply did…

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Five Prepping Things To Accomplish In May

Five Prepping Things To Accomplish In May

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When May comes around every year, I get excited. I like warmer weather. Nicer weather motivates me to get more done. I can usually start planting my garden in May because the ground has warmed up enough to not kill the plants or seeds. I can clean up the yard, give the house a good cleaning, open the windows for a good airing out, and generally be excited to get projects done.While this list does not have a lot to…

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Monthly Update From The Homestead – April Edition

Monthly Update From The Homestead – April Edition

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How has your April been for you? Fairly cool and rainy with rare times of sunny and warm? That is what we had, have, and are currently experiencing. They are talking some snow on Sunday at the time of this writing. What the ?!?!?!I am ready for May and much warmer temperatures to come. I want to get my garden planted and put some pretty flowers in the planters. I want to sit outside with a cold drink and enjoy…

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The Prepper’s Canning Guide Book Review

The Prepper’s Canning Guide Book Review

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Disclaimer: I was given a copy and asked to review this book. The opinions of this review are mine. The Prepper’s Canning Guide: Affordably Stockpile a Lifesaving Supply of Nutritious, Delicious, Shelf-Stable Foods by Daisy Luther was a book I was looking forward to buying and using for this upcoming gardening season. I have almost every book by Daisy so I knew this would be a book I would want to get.  Do you know who Daisy Luther is? If…

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Five Prepping Things To Accomplish In April

Five Prepping Things To Accomplish In April

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April is a great time to really kick your prepping into gear. Besides the rain, the weather is warm enough to actually want to be outside. April is a great month to make lists and you will see that on at least two of the items this month. I am a big believer in making lists so I can prioritize what needs to be done or bought. By making these lists, you will be able to plan out your Spring…

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