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March 25, 2026

Spring Planting: Why Timing Is Everything

Spring Planting: Why Timing Is Everything

  As the winter season comes to a close and spring is fast approaching, many prospective gardeners are eager to jump-start their gardens and get things growing. But timing often matters more than enthusiasm. Plant too early and you risk cold temperatures killing or weakening your precious plants. Plant too late and you miss out on growing time and could compromise your harvest. When you are trying to grow your own food, the right timing from the beginning is critical for optimal success.  The Average Last Frost When deciding when to plant your seedlings or seeds outside, one of the most...

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March 17, 2026

The Best Home Defense is Layered

The Best Home Defense is Layered

  Most people don’t spend much time thinking about what they would do if someone tried to break into their home. It’s uncomfortable to imagine, so we push the thought aside. But late one night, when a strange noise comes from the front door or the back window, that question suddenly becomes very real. Let’s skip the debate. Whether you own a firearm, would never touch one, or fall somewhere in between, we all can agree on this: you want to feel safe in your own home. This isn't about replacing any tool you already trust. It's about adding layers...

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March 10, 2026

Is Your Business Prepared for a Supply Chain Disruption?

Is Your Business Prepared for a Supply Chain Disruption?

  Tough Times: When Your Main Supplier Goes Out of Business On my way home one day, I stopped at a bakery to buy some bread. The bakery used an unusual type of organic Einkorn flour. When I arrived, I saw a large sign on the door listing several types of bread that were not available. One of those was my favorite, so I went inside to ask why. The owner explained that their main flour supplier had issued a recall. The problem was caused by a wheat allergen that was not listed on the label. Even though the supplier...

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March 04, 2026

The Conversation Couples Need to Have (But Keep Putting Off)

The Conversation Couples Need to Have (But Keep Putting Off)

  You know that conversation? The one where you sit down and make sure the other person actually knows how your life runs? Where the insurance stuff is. How to pay the mortgage. What the pediatrician's number is. The passwords to, well, everything important. Yep. That one. The one you keep meaning to have but never do because it feels like planning for something terrible. Think of it this way, this conversation isn't about worst-case scenarios. It's about regular life. One of you gets the flu for two weeks. Someone has unexpected surgery. A work trip runs long. A parent...

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February 24, 2026

Starting Seeds Indoors is Easier Than You Think

Starting Seeds Indoors is Easier Than You Think

Why Start Seeds Indoors? Starting seeds indoors is one of the most overlooked gardening skills. If you are able to germinate and grow your own food from seed, you have unlocked a new level of control over what you grow and when! No matter what happens to your access to plant nurseries, you will be able to continue your garden. Pair this with saving seeds from year to year, and you can become completely independent! Starting your own seeds at home is cheaper, offers more plant choices, and extends your growing season. That’s a powerful combination. In this article, I...

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