Vacations, Family, Funerals and Assumptions
The author's vacation takes a different path when he is summoned back home for his sister's funeral then his stepfather has a stroke.
View ArticleSkip Chains Increase Your Chain Saw's Performance
The author describes the benefits of using a skip chain to improve your chain saw's performance.
View ArticlePurchasing Tire Chains for Winter Driving
Winter driving brings special hazards such as snow and ice. If you live in cold country, purchasing the right tire chains for your vehicle might be a wise investment.
View ArticleInstalling Tire Chains on Your Vehicle
Tire chains make winter travel on icy roads much safer. Learn how to install them in this article.
View ArticleMelting Snow for Water
The author describes their method of melting and purifying snow for their personal use.
View ArticleA Warning About Seed Orders and Barren Gardens
The author tells about the garden that almost wasn't when the seeds companies ran out of seed! (And what to do to keep the same thing from happening to you!)
View ArticlePolitics and Rural Life
The author points out the impact of political activism on the rural way of life.
View ArticleSolar Panels need Full Exposure to the Sun
The author illustrates the effect of shade on solar panels and explains the need to site your solar array where it will get full benefit of the sun.
View ArticleOff Grid Reality: Energy Conservation
While the focus on this series of posts will be on solar power and off-grid living, if you put these tips to use while on the grid you may be able to put enough back to take the plunge and break free...
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