Showing posts with label Reasons. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Reasons. Show all posts

5 REASONS TO BARBECUE ALL THE YEAR ROUND

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Let’s get one thing straight: the humble barbecue is one of the greatest inventions ever conceived by the hand of man. After all, sliced bread is simply the combination of a loaf of bread and a knife, the printing press is rapidly going out of fashion with the rise of the internet, and can the Great Pyramid of Gaza cook a 12oz marbled ribeye steak to perfection? I think not. This leaves us with only one possible conclusion: barbecues are divine culinary machines, sent to us as manna from the Lord Himself.



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Indoor Herb Gardening - 5 Reasons Why it Will Make You Happy

Thursday, April 14, 2011

As far as hobbies go, Indoor Herb Gardening fits the bill perfectly. Not only is it recreational, but it is very fulfilling to the grower. Our preference of lifestyle, especially our choice of food has gone through great changes over the years. We have jumped to non-traditional, fast food culture, and then gone right back to less modern and healthier options. Growing one's own food and herbs is a part of the trend. And growing them indoors is just the right thing.

Indoor Herb Gardening is a perfect way to happiness for a numerous reasons.

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1. The greatest merit about indoor herb gardening is that it showcases one's creativity. A perfectly attended to herb garden in your house would earn you ah's and oh's from all your dear and near ones. And the sense of achievement when you find your gardening efforts have been so fruitful, is irreplaceable. You would be proudly displaying something borne out of your own hands, and that can be so good for your morale.

2. Indoor Herb gardening can enhance immensely the look of the house. Indoor gardens can be used wisely to augment the interior decoration of your house. Why, you could even set a theme running based on your indoor garden!

Presence of greenery indoors is not just good to eyes, it is also advisable for health reasons. They filter the air inside the house and fill indoor spaces with fresh air and pure oxygen. Studies have proved that a greener home contributes to the general well-being of people living in it. Indoor Herb Gardening also asks for very low maintenance. Only a small space is needed to set up a charming indoor herb garden, but it goes a long way in beautifying your home space.

3. Kitchen is one specific area which is most associated with herb garden. In fact, for beginners and small growers, kitchen window sill seems to be the most sought out space. All you have to do is pick a sunny spot and you have got yourself a garden space. Indoor herb garden always lends an aura of homeliness for the space. It brightens the decor and gives the home an inviting look.

4. Apart from being a great ornamental addition to any home, Indoor Herb Gardening also is a great way to get fresh herbs anytime you want to add them in your cooking. Fresh mint to go into your pitcher of lemonade, oregano to pep up the cheesy pasta, or fragrant thyme for you meat loaf- you can very well grow them in your own house!

5. Many herbs have wonderful medicinal value, and some of them can be home- grown very easily. Holy basil is one such herb that can be grown in any small space without much fuss, and they are great remedy for indigestion and common cold.

Indoor Herb Gardening is pure fun! Take up your garden spade and work on your green thumb, and discover an amazing amusement for yourself.

Indoor Herb Gardening - 5 Reasons Why it Will Make You Happy

Danni Dills is an herb expert. For more great information on growing an indoor herb garden, visit http://theherbgardensecrets.com.

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A Return to Homesteading - Ten Reasons People Are Becoming More Self Reliant

Thursday, November 4, 2010

Tired of the rat race, fast food and feeling out of touch with your world? These days people are becoming more self reliant, depending on themselves for what they eat, what they wear and even how they light their homes and run their appliances. Here are ten reasons why people return to homesteading.

Inflation A year go at our local supermarket, a bargain loaf of bread cost about a dollar. Today, that same loaf of bread costs almost twice as much. As the dollar decreases in value and the cost of food increases, more people are turning to growing a garden, raising chickens and even keeping goats for food, eggs, meat, milk and cheese.

The Economy The recent loan crisis, the recession and the housing market have a lot of people concerned. Many believe there is a very real possibility of another great depression. During the last depression, those who had their own land and a big garden were able to avoid the soup lines and starvation. A return to homesteading is insurance against possible tough times ahead.

Disaster Insurance Likewise in the face of disaster, it's wise to be self-reliant and to be able to produce or have on hand sufficient food, water and even energy. Few cities have more than a few days worth of food on hand. Should we face a terrorist attack or another natural disaster like Katrina, self-reliance is a good way to be prepared.

Foodborne illnesses Salmonella in our peanut butter, e coli on our lettuce and tomatoes and even beef, and poison in our pet food. People these days are growing more concerned about what is going into their food - and looking for ways to prepare that food themselves instead.

Chemicals in Food Even when they don't have salmonella or e coli, most of the food we buy is processed, loaded with chemicals such as MSG and preservatives. When we return to homesteading, we begin eating simple, whole foods that truly nourish our bodies.

Concern For The Environment Homesteading is a saner, more balanced approach to food production. With organic gardening, you don't just take from the earth; you also give back by composting. Many homesteaders also use solar and wind energy to power their homes - clean, cheap and safe for the environment.

Pesticides By growing organically, we not only eliminate dangerous pesticides from our food, we also eliminate it from our patch of land, cleaning up the earth one small patch at a time.

Health Benefits Homesteading involves chores outside and lots of fresh air and exercise. We raise our own food, which means we have a more whole and natural diet that strengthens our bodies.

A Yearning For Simplicity Modern society is fast-paced, complex and exhausting. Most people are too busy earning that four-car garage to actually enjoy anything. Many return to homesteading for the slower pace and the chance to actually enjoy life.

Reconnect With Family When we weed the garden or feed the chickens, we can get the children involved to help. We can turn to our parents and grandparents for advice on how to pluck a chicken or grow tomatoes. Homesteading connects us to family in a unique and powerful way that an office job never will.

So take the first steps toward self reliance today. Plant a garden or even get a chicken or two. That way, you can begin your return to homesteading and face the future with confidence.




Sue Merriam is author of the website, Organic Gardening and Homesteading.
http://www.organic-gardening-and-homesteading.com

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