Zaycon Fresh Chicken

I love Zaycon Chicken!  Fresh chicken breasts for a great deal!

• Comes directly from the farm
• Sold by the case — 40 lbs in each case
• Case dimensions—18 in wide x 12 in deep x 7 in tall
• No hormones added. Federal regulations prohibit the use of hormones
• 100% natural chicken, minimally processed, with no additives or artificial ingredients

They aren't delivering until November (in my area), but often sell out before hand so it is always good to get signed up early on!

To simplify for you, THIS LINK will take you to their website.  They also sell ground beef, hot dogs, and on and on...

Pears 2015

Oh, summertime!  I love the fresh food and opportunity to preserve things!  One of our favorite foods to eat throughout the year would have to be pears!  So, I thought I would let you know where I get my pears from....

Last year I was introduced to "The Pear Bears".  I got a 40 pound box of pears for $28!!!!  That is $0.70 per pound!!!!  Luckily, she is able to keep the price the same for this year.  She gets the pears from The Pear Guy and his farms are located in Medford Oregon. (Pears above and below are from last year!)  For more information you can go to his website.   The Pear Bears has pick up locations in Davis/Weber/Cache counties in Utah and I believe one location in Idaho as well.  

If you would like to order pears, you can let me know and I will get the numbers into The Pear Bears, or you can contact her as well (she is so friendly and kind!).  She needs numbers by the end of July though, so make sure to contact one of us before then!

801-513-7992

Granite Ware 0707-1 Steel/Porcelain Water-Bath Canner with Rack, 21.5-Quart, Black

This season is drawing near!  I love canning, however if you haven't ever done it some items can be expensive right up front.  This is one item that is a necessity!  Right now on Amazon you can get the Granite Ware 0707-1 Steel/Porcelain Water-Bath Canner with Rack, 21.5-Quart, Black for only $15.29 (ships free at $35 order or PRIME membership).  I have 2 of these and it makes canning so much quicker.  These are normally over $20-$25 in store!

• Pot Made in USA
• 21.5-Quart Capacity
• Holds 7 one-quart jars, 9 one-pint jars or 13 half-pint jars
• Provides excellent heat distribution
• Dishwasher safe

June Specials for THRIVE

I am so excited about this months specials, especially the Q item!  THRIVE peach slices are wonderful and we love the other fruits as well!  Instant milk is what you want to store for drinking (THRIVE also carries a powdered milk which is much better for baking...).  

If you would like to get these special prices, give me a call or text so we can get your order in!  (801-513-7992)

I also still have some openings for parties if you would like to sample some THRIVE and earn some host benefits. This is a great month to do it!

Thrive Starter Kits ship for FREE in June

If you have wanted to sign up to be a consultant for THRIVE Life, this month is the month!  Starter kits include everything you would need to host parties (or just get your food storage started with lots of variety) and for this month starter kits ship FREE (or half off depending on where you live).  

For more information, contact me at:

801-513-7992 (call or text)

prepareyourshelves.thrivelife.com

tarahart01@gmail.com

Self Reliance through Gardening

 Part of "living on cents" and "preparing shelves" is finding ways to be more self reliant.  Not only does gardening save money, but it also can be very useful with teaching children and building a self esteem to see what you have created.  There are several ways to garden: and I think each person needs to choose the way that they enjoy the most.  I grew up with a grandpa that had a large area to farm and thus, I mimic much of what I learned.

The  most important thing I have learned throughout my years however; is to plant what you eat. If you don't like beets-don't plant beets.  If your family loves corn-plant more of it!  By planting what you eat, you will save money and possibly be able to freeze or preserve what you enjoy. 

Having learned this lesson the hard way, this year we made sure to follow those guidelines.  We have our peas, onions (we use them for cooking and then I will make salsa), carrots, a few radishes (we mix the 2 together to help to thin the carrots), then a tomatillo plant (I am so excited about this), some peppers, tomatoes and different squashes and pumpkins.  Our kids helped plant everything and have loved watching items come up and grow.  We have been able to use the garden as many "teaching moments".  We also have found that if we go out every couple days, the chore of weeding is not as grueling and goes much quicker. USU is also a great resource for gardening and yard help.

What are some tricks you have for your garden? Or what kind of garden do you do?    

Self Reliance

Elder Hales said it better than I ever could.  If we live this principal of being more self reliant, we will see blessings in our lives beyond what we can expect.  I hope that through this blog, others can find ways to be more self reliant and provide for ourselves and our families.

Wild Wednesday

Prepare Your Shelves was a title that came about for the need we have to be prepared.  This need is not just a physical need, but also a spiritual and emotional need as well.  We have a responsibility to not only be prepared for ourselves, but also for our families and those around us (especially those with children). 

What are some things you would like help with being prepared for?  Ideas can include teaching children, water storage, food storage, emergency preparedness, saving money, budgeting, strengthening marriages, personal enrichment, study skills.... 

If you have some good ideas that you would like to hear, or you have something you would like to post, feel free to comment or shoot me an email....  prepareyourshelves@gmail.com

Food Storage Friday

Food storage encompasses so much more than just the food that we will need to eat if there comes a time to rely on what we have stored.  Think about your everyday activities.  What are some of the items that you may take for granted but you would notice if they were missing?  Dish soap, paper towels, TOILET PAPER?  I can think of many items.  Those items are also things you will want to have a supply of.  More ideas include tooth paste, cleaners, diapers, wipes, feminine products...  Think about the items that you rely on.  Make a list.  When you find a good sale, buy some extra and begin your supply.  This way you not only are building your storage but you are doing it for less and without panic.