A raised garden bed growing herbs and leafy greens. Photo by Markus Spiske on Unsplash.

Prepping vs Homesteading

Homesteader and preppers probably have more in common than we think, and there is often some overlap between the two lifestyles.

Coronavirus Report July 17: Another Record Day

The U.S. eclipsed its single day record for coronavirus cases, adding 75,700 new cases of COVID-19 to the record books in the past 24...
Water fun at the beach.

Coronavirus Report July 16: Many Americans Say “F*ck COVID”

Even as the virus is growing in 40 states, with Florida and Texas seeing more than 10,000 cases per day, a huge number of Americans just don’t seem to care.
A syringe and medical vials. Photo by Arek Socha from Pixabay

Coronavirus Report July 15: Vaccines and Difficult Times Ahead

The CDC has dire predictions for the coming flu season, but COVID-19 vaccine development continues to offer hope.
Students in an Atlanta classroom, one of the school districts that has announced it will begin the school year entirely online.

Coronavirus Report July 14: Here We Go Again

As COVID cases climb to new heights, California implements tight new restrictions and multiple school districts will start the school year online only.
We opted to live halfway up a mountain, far from the nearest city. Photo by skingery314 from Pixabay

Prepper Diary July 13: Our Property Search Draws to a Close

We've opted to move halfway up a mountain and far from the city. Mountain life lies ahead for us as we take the next step towards our prepper property purchase.
Two women wait for their order, being prepared by a sever wearing a face mask. Photo by Dan Burton on Unsplash.

Coronavirus Report July 13: Recap and Round-Up

The reign of the coronavirus is far from over as surging cases continue to threaten our food supply, the economy, and our lives.

Coronavirus Report July 10

The New York Times reported 59,886 cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, ringing the U.S. total to 3,131,500.  Deaths declined slightly from...
No Toilet paper at Walmart on 5/28/20

Coronavirus Report July 8: Is Panic Buying Back?

Panic buying resumes in Australia, where several provinces are going back on lockdown. Will we see similar situations in the U.S. as COVID-19 continues to spread?
A cabin or retreat in the mountains

Prepper Diary July 8: A Retreat Visit

Our daughter visited the family retreat or bug out location without us for the first time. It was a learning experience for all involved.