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M.L. Lewis
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Welcome to my little slice of pie. This blog will primarily focus on prepping and homesteading skills with a sprinkle of fiction every now and then.
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Tis' The Season For Hurricane
Hurricanes are giant tropical rotating storms that produce heavy rainfall and super-strong winds with a calm center called “The Eye”. They form over warm ocean waters near the equator. Every year there is an average of six hurricanes that will strike the coasts between Texas and Maine, killing 50-100 people. Since 1980, hurricanes have cost the US over 1.3 trillion dollars in damages, averaging $22.8 billion per storm. The NOAA created The National Hurricane Center (NHC) to track storms like these. The NHC has noticed that hurricanes are more likely to strike between June 1st and November 30th. They coined this time period as “Hurricane Season”. With the 2024 “Hurricane Season” starting, here are some tips to get you through it.
By M.L. Lewis18 days ago in Earth
Securing Your Firearms
America has a deep, complex relationship with firearms. 42% of US households, or 77.49 million people, own at least one firearm. This means four out of ten people have access to a firearm. 67% of gun owners say they have it for personal protection. It is often loaded and within reach of them. Unfortunately, this can lead to many horrible accidents. Every year, over 16,000 people are injured or killed in a preventable gun-related incident. Since 2015, June 4th has been observed as National Gun Safety Day. It was created to raise awareness of proper gun storage. If you are a gun owner, here are some tips to better secure your firearms.
By M.L. Lewis26 days ago in Humans
Peddling Your Way To Better Health
There are 1 billion people who ride a bicycle regularly around the world, with 100 million being made each year. Bicycles were invented in France in the 1860s and come from the French word “bicyclette”. They are the most eco-friendly form of transportation on the market today. This will save riders 238 million gallons of gasoline each year. They are 20 times cheaper to maintain when compared to a standard car. According to recent medical studies, cycling is very beneficial for your health. Here are the many perks that cycling regularly can do for your body.
By M.L. Lewis27 days ago in Longevity
Getting Through Fakesgiving
Fakesgiving is a unique holiday that was invented during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic as a way of bonding with loved ones during that challenging time. It was created by Gabriel McCraken as a way to celebrate Thanksgiving with her family before November. It gained public attention when featured in the Netflix film To All The Boys Out There: P.S. I Still Love You to honor a character’s passing. The basis of the holiday is creating a mock Thanksgiving in a more relaxed setting. There are very few rules to follow and the point is to have fun and enjoy time with loved ones. The official date is May 30th, but you can celebrate it at any time of the year. Here are some ways to celebrate Fakesgiving.
By M.L. Lewisabout a month ago in Feast
Feeding Your Plants
Compost is a personalized mixture used as plant fertilizer that improves a soil’s physical, chemical, and biological properties. It requires a combination of green waste and brown waste. With this, you’ll create a decomposition process, creating rich plant nutrients and beneficial organisms. Every year, the US creates 2.6 million tons of it, saving landfills $91,000. The practice of composting has been around for centuries. There are many benefits of composting. Compost can protect your garden for soil erosion by improving water retention. It will improve your soil’s structure, encouraging strong crop growth. If you were ever interested in getting into composting, here’s how.
By M.L. Lewisabout a month ago in Earth
Handling Your Fear
Fear is a basic emotional response we all experience when threatened or in danger. Fear is a feature of your brain’s hardware that is a psychological construct. As soon as you recognize fear, your brain sets off the Amygdala. This tells your nervous system to either freeze in place or run away, depending on the situation. This is known as the fight-or-flight response. Fear can present itself in many ways. Sweating, dizziness, and chills are just a few symptoms you’ll experience. When you handle your fear responses in a friendly, healthy way, it can increase your chances of overall survival. It can also lower your risk of developing an anxiety or stress-related disorder. Here’s how to do just that.
By M.L. Lewisabout a month ago in Longevity
Surviving On The Boat
This is boat safety week. Every year, the Coast Guard estimates there will be 5,265 accidents that result in 767 deaths and 3,191 injuries. Approximately $62.5 million dollars of damage to property are a result of boating accidents. Proper preparation can make all the difference between a manageable situation and a catastrophic one. Preparing your boat for disaster is not just a prudent measure; it’s a responsibility every boat owner should undertake. Whether you’re an experienced mariner or a novice sailor, unforeseen events like storms, mechanical failures, or emergencies can strike at any moment. Here are some tips to safeguarding your vessel, ensuring that you’re ready when disaster strikes.
By M.L. Lewisabout a month ago in Earth
God Is Coming. Content Warning.
Today is the thirteenth anniversary of Harold Camping’s failed rapture prediction. Camping studied the Bible and came up with the date he swore the end of times was going to take place. It was believed that the Rapture was going to happen on May 21, 2011, at 6 pm in each time zone with a massive earthquake (the biggest we’ve ever seen) occurring each time. His supporters estimated that 3% of the world’s population, or 200 million people, will be raptured on this day. Unfortunately, nothing he said happened. Harold Camping went on to change the date to October 21st, which also failed. Before passing away in 2013, he made five wrong predictions about the Rapture in his lifetime. If he was right, here is how to survive it.
By M.L. Lewisabout a month ago in Humans
The Disease That Ticks You Off. Content Warning.
Spring has finally arrived. Nature is blooming. The skies are brightening up. Animals are waking up from hibernation, and this includes bugs such as ticks. Ticks carry bacteria called Borrelia Burgdorferi and Borrelia Mayonii, both are known to cause Lyme Disease. Each year in the US, approximately 476,000 people are diagnosed with this disease. It is spread by the bites of one particular breed of tick called the Black-Legged Tick. Black-Legged Ticks are primarily found in the Eastern parts of the country, particularly in the mixed forests of the Northeast region. Here is what you need to know to protect yourself and your family from Lyme Disease.
By M.L. Lewisabout a month ago in Longevity
Be A Friend Of Smokey The Bear
May is Wildfire Awareness Month. A wildfire is an uncontrolled fire that burns in the wildlands, often near rural communities. Though they can occur anywhere in the US, they more often happen in the Central and western regions of the country. Any type of ecosystem can experience one at any time. On average, 5-10 million acres of woodlands are destroyed each year, costing the taxpayers anywhere between $394-$893 billion. Wildfire season begins in March, but it will often peak in May once the April showers have dried out. If you are nervous about wildfires affecting your family, here are some tips to prepare you and your loved ones for one.
By M.L. Lewisabout a month ago in Earth