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Top 10 Personal Finance Tips According to Reddit

Posted By theparentportfolio on Finance

https://parentportfolio.com - Are you searching for the best financial tips for making this year your year? You’ve got company. Someone recently asked Reddit for their top finance tips. These are the top-voted responses. 1. Review Your Mortgage Before Refinancing For new homeowners, someone suggested reviewing your mortgage at least a year before refinancing your home because you don’t want...

Coffee Table Decor Ideas: Cheap Tips to Style and Decorate

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Furniture centerpieces shouldn't have to cost a fortune. With creativity and simplicity, you can create stunning coffee table decor on a budget that reflects your personal style. From DIY projects to items found at thrift stores or garage sales, there ... Read More

Fenestrated Pothos: Why Fenestration Happens & How to Get Them

Posted By Davin on Home

https://natureofhome.com - Houseplant enthusiasts are all familiar with Pothos, those elegant vining plants with shiny, heart-shaped leaves that spill gracefully over the sides of a hanging basket. When grown as houseplants, their leaves usually stay small, with smooth edges and no slits or holes in the leaf blades. But when Pothos plants, and others like Monstera, are ... Read more

23 Spring Bucket List Activities You Don’t Want To Miss

Posted By adimesaved on Finance

https://adimesaved.com - Spring is in the air, and it’s time to start planning your bucket list activities for the season. Whether you’re looking to get outside and explore nature, spend time with loved ones, or simply enjoy some time in the sun, ... Read More

11 Top Places to Avoid Spring Break Crowds in 2023

Posted By theradicalfire on Finance

https://radicalfire.com - Everybody loves getting away in spring. It’s been a few months since the holidays, and you’re looking forward to a trip away from the cold. Whether you’re planning a trip for the entire family or want to have a solo getaway, many want to avoid popular spring break destinations that come with a huge crowd. ... Read more

“Am I Speaking With a Real Person?” and Other Things That Drive Call Center Employees Crazy

Posted By adimesaved on Finance

https://adimesaved.com - Hello, Am I speaking with a real person? Have you ever found yourself asking this question on the phone? Did it sound weird or ridiculous to you? With the new age of automated customer service, you never know if you ... Read More

10 Best Muffin Recipes On The Internet - How Many Have You Tried?

Posted By alwaysusebutter on Food and Beverages

https://alwaysusebutter.com -
Muffins are a delicious treat for breakfast, brunch, Fika, or any time of day. With so many variations and flavors, it can be tough to choose just one to make. Here you will find 10 of the best muffin recipes on the internet - check them out, and see how many you have already tasted!...
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Can Male And Female Betta Fish Live Together Peacefully?

Posted By FishKWisdom on Pets

https://www.fishkeepingwisdom.com - A betta fish is one of the most beautiful fish you can own, and a female and male betta in the same tank sounds spectacular. But, can male and female betta fish live together? Male and female betta fish can live together temporarily, such as during breeding. However, due to the aggressive nature of bettas, [...]
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Food Shortages: Are They Real?

Posted By Enerhealth on Health

https://enerhealthbotanicals.com - COVID has definitely affected the supply chain from seed to sale.  My personal experience is that food and herbal ingredients are increasingly harder to find and get delivered in a timely manner.  And, the shipping companies are charging more.
Even in my local Kroger’s (King Soopers here in CO.) the shelves are always pretty empty, depending on what you are looking for.  Not that there isn’t food, we just can’t get everything in one trip due to availability.  After multiple trips we can procure what we need.  
My question to everyone; Is this a sign of the times and will it get worse before it gets better?
Just to give you an idea of what the issues are in manufacturing of food products, there are multiple ‘choke’ points limiting our ability to buy food and herbal products.

Growing seasons for certain products has been off lately.  For example, oats had a terrible harvest this season.  We largely depend on Canadian oats to supplement our crop. This year the oat crop in Canada was terrible, something like 60% of their crop failed.  You can still get oats but at a much higher price due to supply decreasing while demand remains the same or higher.
You have or will be noticing price increases on just about everything you buy including food.  Have you noticed that many of the packaged foods are maybe just a bit more expensive but the weight and size has decreased, less for your money!
If anything is sourced overseas you can bet that there will be issues in logistics, further complicated by COVID issues causing labor shortages in the fields, trucking/shipping/ports/distribution.  Many companies source at least some ingredients overseas.  The good news here is many companies, including ours, are beginning to source as many ingredients locally as possible.  More expensive but more dependable.
Equipment sourced overseas can take 6 months or longer if you are lucky enough to find availability and at higher and higher prices.
Domestic freight is an issue these days.  What used to take a few days can now take weeks if coming from the busiest ports.
You also have the news these days focusing on the bad to increase fear. The result, among other things, is hording which leads to further supply issues. Remember toilet paper in 2020? 

These are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to our food and herb production yet in my mind some of the most important issues.  
So are food shortages real?  I would say yes but it depends on the ingredient, some are more plentiful and accessible than others. 
What is the solution? Grow some of your own food if possible and acquire some ‘storeable foods’ if you can, such as our Survive2Thrive 40-Day Supply. The stored foods would cover any gaps in your diet plan. Decrease your consumption of processed foods, you will be better off for this decision. Our bodies want wholesome foods and processed foods are not all that healthy. Vegetables, legumes, and grains supplemented by herbs and proteins are typically the best way to go.
 

Themes From 25 Young Debt-Free Family Interviews

Posted By ChaChingQueen on Creative Lifestyle

https://chachingqueen.com - This is a contributed post from Mark at Financial Pilgrimage. We found his site and fell in love with his Debt Free Interview Series. We are a family that retired young. If there is one thing I’ve noticed since, it is that there is an endless amount of “advice” on the internet about how to...
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Top 21 Best Crypto Discord Servers You Need to Join Right Now

Posted By hashtaginvesting on Finance

https://www.hashtaginvesting.com - Information is key when it comes to cryptocurrency trading. It doesn’t matter whether you are a beginner or someone with experience, you are always hunting for the next bit of info that will you an edge. There are plenty of places online where you can get information but one of the favorites for breaking info today is Discord.

10 Sneaky Places To Stuff Your Clutter Before Guests Come Over

Posted By theparentportfolio on Finance

https://parentportfolio.com - You will likely find Legos in your house at some point in your parenting journey. Whether you purchased them for your kids yourself, or they were gifted them, or they just magically ended up in your child’s bedroom. While they are a super fun toy, they can be frustrating to store. The following are Lego...

Are These Sneaky Expenses Draining Your Wallet? Find Out Now!

Posted By Thefrugalexpat on Finance

https://thefrugalexpat.com - Are you worried that your money is slipping away from you? Do you feel like hidden expenses are draining your finances without realizing it? You are not alone – almost every individual, despite their income level and financial situation, can ... Read More

Pumpkin Growing Stages: The Complete Life Cycle Guide From Seed to Harvest

Posted By Davin on Home

https://natureofhome.com - Cultivating pumpkins is an enjoyable and fulfilling activity for children and grown-ups, as they’re a well-known emblem of Halloween. They can be used for decoration, creating jack-o-lanterns, or preparing tasty pies and various meals. For a thriving and plentiful yield, it’s crucial to grasp the different stages of pumpkin growth. This understanding will guarantee the ... Read more

What Is Master P Net Worth

Posted By PlayLouderBlog on Business

https://www.playlouder.com - Master P (real name: Percy Robert Miller) is a famous American rapper, businessman, and philanthropist. Due to his many prosperous business dealings in the entertainment, media, sports, and fashion industries, he has built a solid reputation as a shrewd entrepreneur. In this article, we will discuss Master P net worth and his personal and business […]