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February 10, 2026

Getting By or Being Okay

Getting By or Being Okay

  The "We Got By Fine" Story When the power went out during last year's storm, the Layton family made it work. They had cereal for breakfast. Peanut butter sandwiches for lunch. They ate the leftover pizza cold from the fridge before it went bad. They finished the bag of chips and granola bars. They scraped together a dinner from random cans in the back of the pantry. Green beans. Some soup. Crackers. By day three, they were out of milk. The bread was gone. They were eating things they didn't really want because that's what was left. The kids...

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February 03, 2026

Learning from 2025’s Biggest Reputation Hits

Learning from 2025’s Biggest Reputation Hits

Cracker Barrel made a logo change cost this restaurant icon nearly $100 million in market value. Where did it go wrong? Why did a national staple for southern cooking restaurants not understand their customers, and why did this relatively innocent action hurt their bottom line? In this month's article, we will explore several of 2025’s crises best and worst ways they were managed, and what we should learn from them.  Potentially, learn how such impacts could hurt your company even though your company was not in the news. Cracker Barrel Cracker Barrel, known for its homestyle, southern-style food, is a...

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January 20, 2026

Easy Nutrition: Grow Your Own Microgreens

Easy Nutrition: Grow Your Own Microgreens

Why Microgreens Matter Microgreens might sound like a fleeting millennial trend, but it is much more than that. Firstly, what even are microgreens? They are young vegetable or herb seedlings harvested at or just after the cotyledon stage. They are highly appealing to gardeners because they require minimal space and time, can be grown indoors year-round, and provide a wealth of nutrients at your fingertips with minimal effort. Microgreens are a great way to supply your own micronutrients right at home! Grow fresh greens no matter the weather. Plus, you can likely use seeds you already have that might be...

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January 14, 2026

Senior Emergency Readiness: Adapt as You Age

Senior Emergency Readiness: Adapt as You Age

  Most preparedness advice assumes you can haul heavy containers, evacuate on short notice, and handle physically demanding tasks like moving heavy debris, walking for miles, or even chopping wood. But what happens when that's no longer your reality? K., a reader in her 70s recently reached out about this exact gap. She and her husband have been preparing since their off-grid days in the 1980s. Once reconnected with the "grid," they regularly faced and overcame challenges that most preparedness content never addresses. Family didn’t live nearby. Bugging out wasn’t an option. Physical tasks that were once routine started requiring...

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December 30, 2025

Seed Packet Terms Explained

Seed Packet Terms Explained

Seed Shopping Confusion When garden planning season rolls around, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. Whether this is your first time trying to understand the seed industry or if you’re a seasoned gardener, it is a good idea to brush up on the typical terminology you might run into. The good news is that you don’t need a degree in horticulture to understand these terms. Yet having a good grasp of the meaning of these words can empower you to be a better, more successful gardener by allowing you to take more complete control of your garden. So, take...

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