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The Divide: Survival Fiction is Not Always About Macho Warriors + Giveaway

The Divide: Survival Fiction is Not Always About Macho Warriors + Giveaway

By Gaye Levy 47 Comments

It has been a year since I picked up a piece of post-apocalyptic fiction to read.  It is not that I dislike the genre, but rather that most of what I was reading from the new crop of titles was a retelling of the same old story.  There were stories of collapse and how the lead characters prevailed during times of duress and chaos.  There were macho heroes and each book told a compelling story with lessons to be learned and strategies to think about along the way.

Still, in spite of all of that, I stopped reading because the lessons were old and added nothing new to my knowledge base.  I was bored.

About a month ago I learned of a new title that was set to be released on Patriots Day in the United States.  Upon reading the summary, I decided it was time to get back in the game.  I liked the premise: a young, single mom, taking incremental steps to learn to defend herself and to prepare for life in a society full of entitlements and governments bought and sold by controlling politicians with corporations in their back pockets.

With that introduction, I would like to introduce you to The Divide from a new author, Shelby Gallagher.

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How to Make a Base Carrier Salve for Your Essential Oils

How to Make a Base Carrier Salve for Your Essential Oils

By Gaye Levy 5 Comments

For the last few months, I have been procrastinating when it comes to sharing my very best essential oil recipes.  Why? Because most of them start with a base foundation salve that I make myself made out of coconut oil, beeswax, and olive oil.  It would not be fair to post a DIY that says “reach for your Base Salve” when you don’t know what that is or how to make it.

Today I show you how to make this very simple salve so that you always have some on hand to use when creating a custom EO blend of your own.

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The Divide: Survival Fiction is Not Always About Macho Warriors + Giveaway
How to Make a Base Carrier Salve for Your Essential Oils
Lose Weight and Feel Great with Cabbage Soup & a Healthy Diet
If You Are Stressed About Prepping, Slow Down and Take a Breather

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  • How to Make a Base Carrier Salve for Your Essential Oils
  • Lose Weight and Feel Great with Cabbage Soup & a Healthy Diet

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I’m Gaye, just an ordinary gal trying to make sense of our changing world. I am addicted to DIY projects, essential oils, grown-up coloring, prepping, and ballroom dancing.

I live what I call a Strategic Life and believe you should too. Everyone needs to live a joyful life that includes wellness, happiness, and comfort.  Won’t you join me?

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