This is the time of year that many of us are seeing lots of produce ready for harvest in our gardens, community gardens or a surplus coming through food banks. Even as an experienced food preserver, having the time to can all of the produce is not an option for me. Sometimes I have just […]
Credit Freezes – Changes Coming Soon
For all of those who have done nothing since the Equifax credit breach or any other credit breach, you may be in luck as there are changes coming to the credit freeze. According to the Federal Trade Commission, a new federal law will make credit freezes and credit alerts free. The law takes effect September […]
Emergency Preparedness Starts at Home
We are reminded daily that mother nature can create an emergency situation in the area where we or our family live. Each year we are faced with the prospect of tornadoes, wild fires, mudslides and floods. The best way for every individual to help during an emergency situation in a community is first prepare themselves. […]



