I’ve added some new questions to the Q&A page.  Mostly sugar related but there is a new one on Indian Runner Ducks.

Are all indian runner ducks the same color when they are babys?

Is raw sugar as bad as white sugar?

Is raw sugar low glycemic?

If you have a simple living question, the answer to a question, question the answer or have additional information to add just type it into the comment box.

Curious about something? These are actual questions I get through comments and site searches. Some can be pretty strange. If you have a question or an answer just send it through the comment section of the Questions and Answers for Simple Living page or any post page.

Critter Queries

Q. How old are chickens when they go broody?

Q. Can I keep chickens in the garden?

Q. How long should my runner duck sit on her eggs?

Q. How old are Indian Runner ducks when they lay eggs?

Home and Health

Q. Can i put straight apple cider vinegar (ACV) in my ear?

Q. Can I leave ACV in my hair?

Q. Do the voices in my head bother you?

Learn and help us and others learn about homesteading, farming, gardening, critters and living the simple life. Post your question or answer today.

Yesterday was my birthday, I rose early and ventured to my favorite trout stream and spent the morning basking in the beauty of the wilderness. I caught, and released many fish. I returned home in the early afternoon to find another egg in the hen house, that made three. So I decided to fix myself a birthday feast.

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This is the first installment of the simple things I do to reduce my impact on Mother Earth

I cut my own hair. Yes sometimes looks like it, though it turns out fine a majority of the time. Think about it, how many times have you gotten a bad haircut? I know my hair better than anyone. I don’t have to wait for an appointment. It’s not rocket science. All you need is a comb & hair cutting shears. I save money on hair salon fees and the gas it takes to get there.

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As I was enjoying my morning coffee, listening to the birds, chickens, and the creek as it tumbled across the rocks I began to feel a bit poetic. Susan and Tony suggested that I post it so here it is. I hope you enjoy it. [Read more →]