Karyn Sweet

18 Articles

Homesteading in Appalachia

Rugged, self-sufficient, fiercely loyal – despite stereotypes to the contrary, the Appalachian…

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American Farmers Today Part One: The Whitmires

I recently watched a movie produced by Robert Kenner called Food, Inc., a…

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25 Ways to Save Money

I'm sure you've heard the good news by now—the recession is over! …

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Honey Health: Using Honey in Home Remedies, Baking, and Skin Care

Dogs may have a challenger when it comes to the “Man's Best…

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Peak Oil From a Homesteading Perspective

What happens after peak oil hits?  James Howard Kunstler in his book,…

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Delightful Scents: Using Essential Oils for Health and Home

In 1964, Dr. Jean Valnet said, "It is conceivable that the day…

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