Self Reliant Living

Rural Living for less than $2,000 a month

Preparedness

Treating Heat Exhaustion

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Heat exhaustion is a condition that occurs when your body loses more fluids and electrolytes than it can take in. This can happen when you exercise or work in hot weather without drinking enough fluids. Heat exhaustion can cause symptoms such as heavy sweating, pale skin, muscle cramps, nausea, and vomiting. In severe cases, heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke, which is a … [Read more...] about Treating Heat Exhaustion

The once-a-year to-do

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What should you try to accomplish in 2022? Goals don't have to all be mountains, but when we plan the little, necessary things, it can make our lives easier, save money and free up our time and mental energy for the big things we'd rather focus on.* Get your wheels checked. Properly aligned wheels saves money on repairs later. * Replace your smoke detector batteries. It … [Read more...] about The once-a-year to-do

Genealogy: How to solve that family puzzle

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If you dig into your family history, you'll find surprises and some disappointments, but you'll have the satisfying feeling of knowing the people and places that make up your family history. On the disappointing side, that family story about Grandma being Cherokee? It's almost certainly not true in any way, unless you are a tribal member now. But the surprises could be … [Read more...] about Genealogy: How to solve that family puzzle