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If I Wanted to Save America: Comments on Amazing FreeMarketAmerica Video
It’s on days like this that I wish I was doing a podcast. I’m not sure that a blog post will convey the passion in my heart, but I’m going to give it my all! First though, if you haven’t … Continue reading
The Positive Prepper: Keeping Your Head in the Game
As times get tougher, as more of our liberties are eroded, folks are having a hard time staying positive. While I don’t advocate an unrealistic, “sunshine and daisies” sort of optimism, as preppers, we can’t just gloss over the importance … Continue reading
Liberty Alert: Government to Get Between Parents and Kids on Family Farms
I’ve seen a lot of crazy things lately, but this one takes the cake! Just yesterday, a fan on the Claiming Liberty Facebook page was sharing what she’d heard about rule changes in the US Department of Labor. Then I … Continue reading
Posted in Blogs, Family & Faith Matters, Liberty & Freedom
Tagged chores, government, parenting, small farms
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At the Wittekind Homestead: Update for 04/25/12
The past few days have been really exciting at the Wittekind homestead. We’ve made some great progress with some of our projects, but there’s still a lot to be done. Fred was able to make great progress on the grass … Continue reading
Posted in Blogs, Homesteading
Tagged chickens, chores, food production, gardening, updates
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Liberty Alert: Man Blogs Paleo Message, Could Face Jail Time
North Carolina blogger, Steve Cooksey, could face misdemeanor charges and jail time for sharing his positive experiences with a low-carb, Paleo lifestyle. According to the North Carolina Board of Dietetics and Nutrition, Cooksey is practicing “dietetics and nutrition” without a … Continue reading
Posted in Blogs, Liberty & Freedom, Low-Carb, Keto & Paleo
Tagged current events, diabetes, First Amendment, government, nutrition, Steve Cooksey
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Working on the Site
I just wanted to take a moment to let everyone know why posts will be sparse for the next few days. I’m in the process of making some changes to my site. Most of it is busy work, to be … Continue reading
Essential Oils: Everyday Use
Essential oils are a staple at the Wittekind homestead. Whether it’s for medicinals, fragrance, cleaning products, or even bug repellent, you’ll never find us without our essential oils! Peppermint Oil By far, the most commonly used essential oil at my … Continue reading
At the Wittekind Homestead: Update for 04/17/12
The last ten days at the Wittekind homestead have been exhausting! Not only was a good deal of work accomplished, but we overcame some pretty tough trials too. Such is life sometimes, and we always come out stronger on the … Continue reading
Transformation Day 2012: Update for 04/16/12
It’s the first day of week 39, and I have some great news to share! I hit a new low on the scale this past week, and I made it through some serious temptation without eating off plan. I’m really … Continue reading
Posted in Blogs, Low-Carb, Keto & Paleo, Transformation Day 2012
Tagged updates, weight loss
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Low-Carb and Paleo Snack Ideas with Recipes
As folks transition into a low-carb or Paleo lifestyle, they often feel like they have few options for snacking (other than nuts.) Having been involved in the low-carb world for many years now, I thought I’d share some of my … Continue reading