Episode 79 - Canning Pear Butter
Explanation of how we preserved pears for future use. Pear Butter Recipe:https://gritsandgouda.com/easy-crockpot-pear-butterPear Cider Recipe:https://julieblanner.com/pear-cider/#wprm-recipe-container-84266
Country Living With Emma
Step into the quiet rhythm of life beyond the city limits with Country Living With Emma. This podcast is a gentle, firsthand account from Emma, a single woman in her sixties navigating the realities and rewards of maintaining a rural homestead. Each episode feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable neighbor, covering the tangible aspects of self-sufficient living-from gardening and preserving food to managing land and repairing things yourself. But it’s more than just a practical guide; it’s a thoughtful exploration of the mindset required for this lifestyle, touching on solitude, resilience, and the deep satisfaction of hands-on work. The narrative naturally weaves in lessons learned over decades, offering a unique perspective on independence, simplicity, and connecting with the natural world. Listeners will find a blend of personal journals, cultural observations on rural life, and quiet inspiration for their own journeys, whether they live in the country or just dream of a slower pace. Through honest storytelling, this podcast becomes a companion for anyone interested in the authentic details and personal growth found off the beaten path.
Episodes
Episode 78 -- Old vs Modern: Which is Better?
In the 21st century, we have many modern conveniences that would make previous generations speechless. Those conveniences make our daily lives much easier and we often take them for granted. Is it always better to do thi…
Episode 77 -- It Costs WHAT To Go To The Movies????
My financially eye-opening movie and dinner outing.
Episode 76 -- Financial Preparedness During Inflationary Times
Financial preparedness is just as important as other areas. The most important thing we can do is be debt-free. Where can we get the best bang for our buck?
Episode 75 -- Update About Happenings in the Country
Updates on the progress of the fall garden and other random topics
Episode 74 -- Are We Getting Dumber?
We have almost unlimited access to knowledge of all kinds. As a society, we seem to be expecting less and less of ourselves. Learning is a personal responsibility.
Episode 73 -- Are You Prepared For Cabin Fever?
During the pandemic, we all went home to "flatten the curve". Are we ready to be isolated from others during hard times?
Episode 72 -- Book Review: The Last Green Valley
This is the story of one family's struggle to survive during the dark days of World War II in Eastern Europe. What can we learn about being prepared and surviving daunting challenges?https://www.amazon.com/Last-Green-Val…
Episode 71 -- Things That Are Not on The Zerohedge List
The Zerohedge list contains a lot of helpful things we need to stockpile for an emergency. However, there are some things that might be at least, if not more, helpful.
Episode 70 -- 50 Things You Need to Stockpile According to Zerohedge Part 5
Finishing up the list of things we should be stockpiling before the election.Zerohedge Article: https://www.zerohedge.com/personal-finance/50-things-everyone-should-be-stockpiling-prepare-election-chaos
