August 21, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – In the lead up to the Ukrainian military’s incursion into Russia’s Kursk region, even Western headlines were dominated
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5 Ways to Drink Turmeric
Long prized for its health-boosting and purported medicinal properties, turmeric (curcuma longa) is a flowering plant in the ginger family. This heat-loving perennial is easy
Simply Self Sufficiency: Raised Beds
Well, all did go well and we are finally home owners! It isn’t exactly my dream home of 5 acres in the country though. We
US Seeks “Super Weapons” to Reign as Sole Superpower
September 3, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – The US openly declares that it seeks to maintain a monopoly over shaping the “international order” following the Cold War and
Fermented Lime & Chilli Paste (Makrut Lime Kosho)
A versatile flavour punch for a variety of meals! Kosho is a (traditionally Japanese) condiment or spicy paste that is used to liven up &
Simply Self Sufficiency: Seed Starting Time
It’s seed starting time here in Georgia. I am so excited to be able to have a little garden here but I am trying not
How is the US Convincing the Philippines to Destroy Itself?
August 29, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – As China rises, Asia rises with it. The Southeast Asian state of the Philippines stood to rise alongside
Spelt Bread – Self Sufficient Me
Fluffy, dense, but never dry, this spelt bread gets a boost in moisture & nutrition with the addition of carrot! I think I have broken
Simply Self Sufficiency: Another Garden Update
Of course I am way behind again. I planted just a few things in the summer garden, yellow and pattypan squash, cucumbers, tomatoes, turnips, onions,
Taiwan Continues Toward US-Engineered “Ukraine-ization”
Considering the catastrophic consequences the Eastern European nation of Ukraine is suffering from a similar US-engineered strategy, understanding what Washington is doing to Taiwan and
Choko & Roast Pine Nut Side Salad
A traditional Australian favourite yet rarely seen on restaurant menus, the humble backyard choko is experiencing a resurgence. No-one is surprised. Choko & roast pine
Simply Self Sufficiency: The Compost Bin
Although I took pictures, I never got around to writing about the new compost bin. At our old house we had a compost “pile” beside
Military Production & NATO’s Proxy War in Ukraine
The collective Western media, once replete with stories of shoddy, antiquated Russian weapons being flattened by “game-changing” NATO weapons, now features headlines about the growing
Potato, Paprika & Choko Soup (Vegan)
A bit smoky, a bit salty, a lot of yum! There’s nothing so comforting as the delightful combination of salt, spice & warmth, and our
Simply Self Sufficiency: The Greenhouse Part 1
I have wanted a real greenhouse for a long time. The one I had at the old house was made of wood and plastic. Nothing
Behind the Myth of “Billions in Arms” Flowing into Ukraine
June 13, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – In a June 8, 2024, Bloomberg article titled, “Putin Is Running Out of Time to Achieve Breakthrough in Ukraine,” an
Spicy Ginger Syrup – Self Sufficient Me
The ideal base for ginger ale, mocktails, cocktails, smoothies & more! Growing up, I vividly recall Mum’s remedy for our childhood stomachaches—homemade ginger ale. Inspired
Simply Self Sufficiency: The Greenhouse Part 2
Painting is not my favorite task and I only intended to paint the greenhouse once but SURPRISE Kilz Ultra Bright White is actually a
The Rest of the Story
June 18, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – In a recent article, Reuters confirms what many knew for years, that the United States government and its
How to Grow Choko (Chayote)
What is Choko? Ripe chokos, ready to eat Chokos (aka chayote) are amongst the most prolific, versatile and healthful vegetables you can grow. Uncommon in shops
Self sufficiency: Getting back to London
I’ve become very bad at updating my blog lately, mainly because I’m desperately trying to write this book and at the same time keep all
Simply Self Sufficiency: Sauerkraut Day
I haven’t made sauerkraut in a very long time but my little garden produced four cabbages this year and while we LOVE cabbage, my digestion
My Bicycle Trip Across Canada: Day 67: 9/11 in Gambo
July 3rd: Grand Falls-Windsor, NL to Gambo, NL: 140km I let Phill sleep in until 9. I broke one of Britt’s angel figurines ? Whoops
Why Washington’s Plans to Turn Taiwan Strait into “Hellscape” are Fundamentally Flawed
June 24, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – The Washington Post in an opinion piece by Josh Rogin titled, “The U.S. military plans a ‘Hellscape’ to deter China
Spicy Choko Fritters – Self Sufficient Me
A classic way to use up leftover cooked vegetables, spicy choko fritters help maximise harvests, fill tummies, and are easy to make. Spicy choko fritters
Self sufficiency: Moving home
All was quiet, tranquil and calm. I reached in and very gently picked up the hen. She had been sitting on eggs in the main
What’s Growing?
So you would think that we wouldn’t be able to grow as much here in town as we did out in the country but that
Survival Skills: Preparing Fresh… Rabbit?
This article, Survival Skills: Preparing Fresh… Rabbit?, was written by Alan Underwood. See below for bio. Survival Skills: Preparing Fresh… Rabbit? A successful hunter is
My Bicycle Trip Across Canada: Day 68: Great Ghosts
July 4th: Gambo, NL to Jack’s Pond, NL: 160+km Today just would never end. It began well with George making us breakfast… then we started
Washington’s Use and Abuse of the Philippines Takes Next Step
August 4, 2024 (NEO – Brian Berletic) – The United States has taken yet another step toward shaping the Southeast Asian archipelago nation of the