The idea of selecting plants for insect control is not a new one – and is part of the overall subject of companion planting. Companion planting has actually been in use since ancient times; for example the mosquito fern has been planted
Toilet paper is used to clean (wipe) with after using the toilet but it is also protection for the hand to prevent contamination during the cleaning process. It is absorbent, flushable and soft to the touch. In certain situations, being
With the H7N9 strain of making news lately with it’s Human to Human transmission a good review of Flu Pandemic Preparedness is in order. Most Flu Pandemic Preparedness isn’t about the sexy gear and guns driven survivalism/prepping but good old common sense stuff. Flu
Have you ever heard of vermicomposting? It’s the process of using worms to create compost. The reason why people love it so much is that it’s tidy and clean and does not take up a lot of space. It’s perfect
The IRS, which primarily acts as an audit agency, refuses to answer why its agents need AR-15s for “standoff capability.” In May, U.S. Congressman Jeff Duncan (R-SC) was getting a lot of questions about ammo shortages and government agencies stockpiling
Did you know you can eat common milkweed? Well you can. And although it’s been said that to render this plant palatable and that it required multiple (three or more) boilings in order to remove the toxins and “bitter” taste,
