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Product Review: Victorinox Classic Swiss Army Pocket Knife
At the end of last year, I went looking for a small, durable, pocket knife and multitool. I wanted something with decent features that I knew would last, so in February, I settled on a compact Swiss Army knife from … Continue reading
Transformation Day 2012: Update for 04/10/12
Two days into week 38 of my Transformation Day 2012 challenge finds me with some interesting things to report. First, I have some good news to share. I’m down 1.4 pounds from last week, so I’m sitting at 247.6 as … Continue reading
Posted in Blogs, Low-Carb, Keto & Paleo, Transformation Day 2012
Tagged updates, weight loss
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Chickens at the Homestead: Update for 04/06/12
Last night brought near-freezing temps to the Wittekind homestead, so we tried to prepare the chicks for a cold night in the coop. When we moved the chicks to the coop on April 1, we put a 125-watt heat lamp … Continue reading
Transformation Day 2012: Update for 04/03/12
Starting week 37 of my Transformation Day 2012 challenge, there isn’t a lot to report. My weight is up to 249 this morning, but I expected a gain as I recovered more from the flu. I still have lingering symptoms, … Continue reading
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Tagged updates, weight loss
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Land of the Free — CHICKENS!
Yesterday was a big day at the Wittekind homestead. We moved “the girls” into their outdoor coop! We estimate these birds to be about four and a half weeks old, and despite the fact that I know they’re nowhere near … Continue reading
Liberty Alert: MI Farmer Faces Destruction of “Feral” Hogs
Mark Baker, a Michigan hog farmer and United States Air Force veteran, faces state-sanctioned extermination of his hogs along with fines, felony charges, and prison time. According to a declaratory ruling issued by Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources, Mr. Baker’s … Continue reading
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Tagged Baker's Green Acres, food freedom, food production, hogs, local food, small farms
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Lessons Learned from “Rainy Days” with the Flu
Almost two weeks ago, my daughter came home from school and went straight to bed. I knew what was coming — illness, missed school, cranky kids — and sure enough, I was right. By friday morning, my older son was … Continue reading
Transformation Day 2012: Update for 03/26/12
Today marks the start of week 36, and I’m optimistic. I caught the flu from my kids, and it knocked me on my back for a week, but in that time, I managed to get my food straight. While nobody … Continue reading
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Tagged updates, weight loss
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In the News: Bees, Sugar, and Poultry Contamination
Last week provided me with plenty of headlines to discuss. From theories about Colony Collapse Disorder in honey bees to the toxicity of sugar to the discovery of dangerous contaminants in chicken feathers, there’s certainly something for everyone here. New … Continue reading →