Budgeting sounds simple on paper, spend less than you earn and save the rest. Yet for many people, building a working, everyday budget feels overwhelming. With unexpected expenses, rising living costs, and busy schedules, keeping track of every dollar can…
Steve Maxwell explains the importance of how homeowners handle unforeseen problems as they emerge in the home, especially in relation to time.
A few years ago I corresponded with a 20-something year-old young lady named Erica who asked for my advice about her future. She’d worked for other people before (including a job in a prison), but was interested in starting her…
Just like the old musical classics stay evergreen, so do traditions. We can attest to this fact by observing the Canadian comeback to homesteading. Many families are embracing this lifestyle to rid themselves of the precariousness of urban living. If…
Homesteading is sprouting like wildflowers after a drought. What was once considered to be old-fashioned is making a comeback. Many are leaving the priciest cities to settle in rustic areas. Their desires may be rooted in the soil of modern…
Aging gracefully while maintaining independence is a goal many seniors strive for. This matters because the aging population is witnessing a rapid increase in the US. According to the Population Reference Bureau, the number of Americans over 65 is expected…
Thinking of getting a wood splitter? Check out my video review of the best selling wood splitter in Canada. Except for one minor issue, I like it a lot. See how this economical model works in both horizontal & vertical splitting modes; see how the engine layout is open, making maintenance easy; watch the aggressive wedge pop firewood apart quickly, and more.
In 2018, I discovered a Canadian work glove manufacturer that I’m surprised I hadn’t found before. I use work gloves almost every day, but never thought much about glove design until I came across a British Columbia, Canada company called…
In this 4 minute video, watch Steve as he fixes a century-old cedar rail fence in the backwoods of Manitoulin; offers some thoughts on the responsibility of keeping farm land going; spends time doing some hard-but-fun outdoor work
Travel isn’t just about exploring new places; it’s about sharing unforgettable experiences with loved ones. Multigenerational vacations have become a growing trend, with families eager to strengthen bonds across generations. The National Tour Association reports that almost 50% of trips…
Sometimes it’s the little things in life that determine success or failure, and experiences that one of my sons and I had with a brand new Chinese motorcycle in 2010 is a case in point. Joseph was 12 back then and…
There are several benefits to living a self-sustaining life, and fresh, homegrown foods are one of them. Get it right and things like excessive waste or running short on certain foods will become a thing of the past. With mindful planning…