I picked up this book from Barnes & Noble yesterday entitled Country Wisdom & Know-How: Everything You Need to Know to Live Off the Land. It looks very promising. It's a compilation of hundreds of booklets that were published during the hippie movement and oil crisis, when people were more cognizant of the need to return to their roots. The rather large book contains 8,167 useful skills and step by step instructions, including: attracting hummingbirds, baking basic … read on »

As mentioned in the last post, there are steps we can take in business AND our personal lives to make a difference in preserving tomorrow for our children. Here are seven steps you can immediately take to make a difference for our planet: 1. Take the Bus / Train / Carpool It's no small secret that far too many individuals drive gas guzzling cars to work each day. By transitioning to public transportation for your daily commute, you … read on »

In today's economy, most people can't afford to throw away their careers in favor of becoming shepherds or farmers. Not immediately, anyway. But there are steps that can be taken to promote conservation and the protection of our natural resources. These steps are very basic, but can make a real difference in the life of the individual and the community if followed with conviction. Step 1: Educate Yourself While the most popularly searched topics revolve around celebrity … read on »