As I think about our mission going forward, I’ve finally figured out how to define what our goal is here at The Frugal Farmer:
Physical, financial and spiritual self-sufficiency.
Being a part of the prepper community, we’ve spent much of the past 4 years working to figure out how we can best be prepared for the economical and other uncertainties that America and the world’s future holds. We’ve determined that the one thing we can do to help prepare our family and other families is to learn how to follow these three basic rules of self-sufficiency and preparedness. Read more
Warning: This post contains TMI. If you have a weak stomach, please go to another Frugal Farmer page or tune in next time for my post on the Worst Financial Advice I Ever Received. If you’re brave enough, strong enough or daring enough, read on for the hows and whys of the dreaded liver cleanse. 🙂
*Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. The advice in this post is strictly my own opinion. Always consult your physician or chiropractor before conducting a liver cleanse.
Whew! Now that that’s out of the way, let’s get to the nitty gritty behind a liver cleanse. Read more
When we first started gardening years ago, it was more of a fun hobby than a means to provide cheap food for our family. Then in October of 2012 we moved to the farm, and created a gardening plan that was truly meant to save money and be a reliable resource to provide food for our family of six. Now, our goal is to have a Prepper Garden. Read more
So much of the reason Rick and I are in the debt mess we’re in today is because we spent too many years caring about what other people thought of us. We cared what they thought about the clothes we wore, the house we lived in, the cars we drove, the activities our kids were in, etc., etc., etc. Caring too much about what other people thought lured us into making spending decisions that weren’t in line with our real values, and the result was a ridiculous amount of debt. I believe that this mindset is a dangerous and destructive mindset in America that no one like to admit to or talk about.
When we lived in the suburbs, it felt like a constant world of competition. It felt like everyone was caught up in the web of keeping up with the Joneses, and we were too. It was “normal” in our community. We wanted, like everyone else, to be the best, have the best, look the best.
When we moved out into the country, there was a major league paradigm shift. No one really gave a rat’s arse about what we had, what we looked like, what we wore or what we drove. The first two neighbors that came over to introduce themselves came over in generic brand jeans and t-shirts. One was on a lawn tractor, looking not at all “proper” for a first introduction. The other was driving a expensive Mercedes SUV. Read more
Financial preparedness is a big part of prepping that is often overlooked. We preppers think often about our food supply, water supply, heating supply, medical supply, etc., but sometimes leave out the importance of preparing financially for when the SHTF. Financial preparedness covers a variety of aspects depending on the particular SHTF scenario, so today I’m going to go over some basics of financial preparedness that can cover a variety of SHTF situations.
Financial Preparedness 101
The steps you need to take to cover financial preparedness depends on the individual SHTF situation. Read more
I had the privilege this week of reading Robert Kiyosaki’s latest release, Second Chance. Kiyosaki, of Rich Dad, Poor Dad and Cashflow fame, made a huge impression on me several years ago when I read his first book, Rich Dad, Poor Dad. Since then I’ve read several of his books, including a recent release he co-wrote with Donald Trump entitled Why We Want You to Be Rich.
Why You Need a Second Chance
One of the things I truly enjoy about Robert Kiyosaki’s books is that, aside from his revolutionary ways of viewing and teaching personal finance, it’s evident in his writings that he truly has a heart for seeing people succeed. Second Chance was no different; Robert’s hope for this book is that it revolutionizes the way people view money, wealth and how to go from being poor to being rich. The book isn’t just about money, it teaches people Read more
As you consider your 2015 goals, this is the question I want you to ask yourself. Are the decisions you make on a daily basis decisions that are in your own best interest? For instance, blowing your year-end bonus on shiny stuff might sound fun at the get-go, but it is really the best thing for you? Will you regret that shiny purchase later if you are unexpectedly laid off from your job or if you find yourself neck-deep in debt for some reason? Read more
In our never-ending quest for continuing education in The Frugal Farmer family, we sat down yesterday to watch GMO OMG
, the documentary that follows a father of three on a journey to find out the truth about GMOs. Read more
If you’ve read and understand the importance of having a long-term food storage plan, but don’t quite know where to start, you’re not alone. Food storage and survival preparation is a comprehensive subject and there can be a lot to learn. So today I thought I’d go over some basics, a food storage 101, so to speak.
What to Consider When Creating Your Long Term Food Storage Plan
Many times people planning for long term food storage in case of a disaster or other event simply fill up their basement with MRE’s, or some other form of dried up “foods” with a 30-year shelf life. While these products are definitely beneficial and have their place, we’ve chosen to go a different route for our food storage system. Read more
Hey friends! Well, we’re working to accept the 10 or so inch snowfall that graced our part of the state on Monday. The kids love it, of course, but Rick and I – yuck! We truly need a winter home. 🙂
This week, I’ve been thinking lots about how vital and beneficial it is in the homesteading world to have a support community. Read more
As I think about our mission going forward, I’ve finally figured out how to define what our goal is here at The Frugal Farmer:
