M.L. Lewis
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Welcome to my little slice of pie. This blog will primarily focus on prepping and homesteading skills with a sprinkle of fiction every now and then.
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Protecting Your Water
Water is important to us. Without it, you’ll die of dehydration in three days. As mentioned in Prepping 101 (https://vocal.media/lifehack/prepping-101) I recommend you store two gallons of water per person per day. You can’t just put water on a shelf and forget about it. It needs to be taken care of like all your other preps, or you run the risk of getting sick. Here are some handy tips to keep your water in good shape and doomsday ready.
By M.L. Lewis2 years ago in Lifehack
Don't Buy Snake Oil
Over 4 million people suffer a minor injury every year. A third of these cases will occur at home. The National Safety Council state that if you get proper first aid on site, this could prevent 25% of ER visits. In this new age of technology, there are many sites that offer first aid advice and training. Unfortunately, there is an ugly side to our new wave of information. This leads many to swear by fake, unhelpful medical tips. As I mention in all of my health- base medical articles, I’m not a medical professional. I am certified in administering first aid, but I still have to tell you that you are taking my advice at your own discretion.
By M.L. Lewis2 years ago in Longevity
Late Night Toast
Growing up, I struggled to make friends. The Locals in my hometown were set in their ways, and there was no changing it. Being a more open-minded child made me sort of a social outcast. But, I had one friend I could rally on to be there for me no matter what, my grandfather Doc. My grandfather was a great man. He was always there for me, no matter what. He was also very ill with kidney failure. A concept I didn’t quite understand until I was much older. Because he was so sick, he had to take an array of medications at various times of the day and night. Every summer, I would spend two weeks with him in July. Maybe more, depending on my mother’s summer plans. Despite going to Dialysis every morning, he never let his sickness stop him from taking me on many adventures. Boy, did we have fun! We would go to the theater to watch plays. We go to the video rental store and spend hours deciding what movies to watch that night. Then we would head to the nearby mall to buy all toys and books I could carry in my tiny arms. My favorite part of the day was going to the thrift store in town and conjuring up little stories for the trinkets we came across inside. When we got back to his house, we would eat dinner, and spend the rest of the night watching the movies, or old TV shows like The Munsters and Bewitched. As the evening hours approached, we would move the party outside. We sat on the porch swing watching the sunset over the nearby riverbank. The colors were as stunning as my grandfather’s strength. As the stars began to pop out, we went back inside to wash up for the night. Around nine o’clock, we would all head to bed. I would sleep on the folding cot near the foot of his bed because of the limited space in the house. This is where the battle of wills began. While he and my grandmother slept, I would watch TV to fight the urge to sleep myself. It wasn’t a hard fight, though. Growing up, I was always a night owl, so staying up past my bedtime wasn’t the issue. But staying awake until two in the morning could be challenging for a kid. I would sit there on my little cot, trying my best to keep my eyes open. No matter how badly I wanted to, I knew I couldn’t fall asleep. At long last, two o’clock would come. The first sign I knew it was time was when the TV would click off. My grandfather had it set on a timer so that I wouldn’t fall asleep leaving it on. The next clue was the part I was waiting for all night. I heard him shuffling to get up in bed.
By M.L. Lewis2 years ago in Feast
Happy (Late) Father's Day
Happy late Father’s Day everyone! Today we honor the men that took part in creating new life. There are about 72 million dads, with 29 million of them also being a grandfather. Father’s Day has been celebrated annually since 1972 when Nixon made it an official holiday. 76% of people celebrated the event with yummy BBQ and cold beer. Now that it’s past, stores will offer steep discounts on most bought gifts that would benefit your preps.
By M.L. Lewis2 years ago in Families
Going Extinct
Extinction is an unpleasant subject. It is a natural phenomenon that occurs when a particular thing, plant, or animal ceases to exist. 137 species of animals go extinct every single day. This causes a domino effect on an ecosystem that could change the landscape of a region forever. Some factors that cause extinction are habitat loss, introducing a destructive new species, a rival’s population growth, and overconsumption of a particular food group. During an apocalyptic event, there will be an enormous drop in humans leading these animals toward a path to extinction.
By M.L. Lewis2 years ago in Petlife
How To Keep The Yummies For The Tummy
Food is the cornerstone of prepping. It’s one of the five major categories of survival, and a branch of the Three Rule. For every food item you buy, there is a good chance you’ll throw it away before you even have time to eat it. Food wastage is a growing problem across the world. Every year we throw away 2.6 trillion dollars of food. That is one-third of the market! With every household in the U.S. Contributing $1,866 to the problem, the best way to cut this number is by setting up a proper food rotation system at home. Here are some tips to show you how.
By M.L. Lewis2 years ago in Lifehack
Packing It Right
Once you get your home disaster ready, the next big step is to assemble a bug-out bag (or BOB). The point of your bug-out bag is to help you evacuate as quickly as possible. Many sites provide you with a list of what to pack, but almost no one tells you how to pack it. I’ve seen bug-out bags filled with everything you could think of, including a kitchen sink. Bug-out bags are completely personalized, so I can’t tell you for certain what to pack in yours, but I can give you tips on how to make a more reliable bag.
By M.L. Lewis2 years ago in Lifehack
Nature's Seasonings
Herbs are easy crops that are perfect for beginner gardeners. An herb is any herbaceous plant that is seed-bearing and doesn’t have a woody stem that dies shortly after the flowering phase. They are often used as a flavoring, food, medicine, or perfume base. Herbs have always played an important role in many cultures for centuries. They originally were used as a food preservation method and have grown into much more than that. These are just some of the great choices available for the doomsday garden.
By M.L. Lewis2 years ago in Lifehack
Wrap It Up
Today is National Sex Day. Our sex lives play a big role in not only our love life but our overall health by lowering blood pressure and improving the immune system. Unfortunately, every year 20 million people are diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease or STD. This costs the healthcare system sixteen billion dollars. They have scientifically proven that wearing a condom makes you 10,000 times safer during sex by protecting you from STDS. They are the cheapest known form of birth control on the market today. Condoms also have many doomsday uses outside of “the dirty deed”.
By M.L. Lewis2 years ago in Filthy
You Are Stronger Then You Think
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is a mental health condition that develops following a traumatic event. Symptoms are; having intrusive thoughts about the incident, night terrors, and avoidance of similar situations. Every year eight million adults are diagnosed with some form of PTSD. 3.8% of people in Natural disasters will develop it, with a 14% increase if you lose a loved one during it. This risk goes up another 7% if you witnessed it. If it is an act of terrorism, like a mass shooting, you’ll have a 15% chance of developing it. Even if you don’t feel like it, PTSD is not a death sentence, that you’ll have to live with forever. June is PTSD Awareness Month, so here is some advice to help you handle it better.
By M.L. Lewis2 years ago in Psyche
- Top Story - June 2022
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Moonshine is a high-proof liquor with a rich history. It gets its name from the illegal practice of making it. There are no rules to creating moonshine. Just four ingredients; cornmeal, sugar, water, and yeast, and simple equipment. It doesn’t require time to mature like wine, so it can be drunk on the same day it was bottled. The simplicity of making it is what attracts a lot of people to brew it at home. This smooth, slightly sweet, beverage began in Britain around the 15th century and is still being made today, despite its illegal status in most states. June 5th is the day we honor moonshine. So, today we’ll discuss its many uses outside of having a good time.
By M.L. Lewis2 years ago in Proof