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The Three Levels of Preparedness

September is National Preparedness Month, and this year’s theme is “Preparedness Starts at Home.” It’s an excellent time to heed these recommendations and

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How To Make Hand-Dipped Candles

Making hand-dipped tapers is one of the oldest ways to make candles, and also the most hands-on. Here’s how I made my own hand-dipped taper candles.

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When The Lights Go Out

There’s a reason oil lamps and lanterns have been around for centuries. Besides being simple lights to use, they give you dependable light whenever you need it.

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