Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Many families remember a time, not too far gone, when their ancestors lived in a rural community without the benefit of electricity, running water, indoor plumbing, central heat or air conditioning. Grandma’s fried squirrel was a favorite breakfast food of my Dad. Cream, milk and butter came from the cow.

Canning 100

Canning At&T Gardening Garden 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 11, 2014

In the movie Ratatouille, the food critic Anton Ego, said: “After reading a lot of overheated puffery about your new cook, you know what I’m craving? In a few months will the world be any worse off if the plumbing gets fixed a week from the now or in two weeks? A little perspective. That’s it. I don’t think so.

At&T 187

At&T Work Food and Wine Plumbing 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 31, 2016

Without power, nothing works – for most of us – no lights, no heat, no air conditioning, no entertainment, possibly no communication, maybe even no running water. They had a huge garden and preserved their own food. Residents of developed nations are dismally dependent on electricity to make it through their days.

Green 113

Green Plumbing Home and Garden Food and Drink 113