One Little Victory » How to prepare http://onelittlevictoryblog.com “…the greatest act can be one little victory…” Wed, 23 Sep 2015 07:54:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=4.3.1 How to prepare a motorcycle trip http://onelittlevictoryblog.com/how-to-prepare-a-motorcycle-trip/ http://onelittlevictoryblog.com/how-to-prepare-a-motorcycle-trip/#comments Fri, 22 May 2015 12:41:01 +0000 http://onelittlevictoryblog.com/?p=1128 Continue Reading →]]> Traveling by bike is an adventure, but can be dangerous if we do not take the necessary precautions. Pay attention to these tips if you’re planning a motorcycle trip.

Review of the motorcycle before traveling

To make a long motorcycle trip requires many more provisions relating to a car trip. So, it should consider other features and any added difficulty in that we moved to body discovered not enjoy the security of a car.

BikeThe last thing you want is to be left standing in the middle of the road by any preventable problem, so we will review all the issues or likely to be damaged by the passage of kilometers parties. First, all the mechanical parts of the vehicle (engine, brakes , gears …) must work perfectly and have not suffered any damage, any doubt should go to the mechanic and rule out future problems. The tires, of course, must be in perfect conditions and with the right pressure, just as we review the level of oil in the engine, considering that in a long-distance travel can be spent more quickly than the car.

Luggage and personal security for a motorcycle trip

Like the belt of a car must work perfectly, the helmet of the motorcyclist must also fulfill its mission, which is to save lives on the road. Therefore, it must be in perfect condition and have good clean visor, ensuring proper visibility. Apart from this element, the pilot has other accessories personal safety, such as trellises or padded garments that cushion the blows.

The luggage also influences the safety drive ; well distributed should not give any problems, that is, using not only backpack, but also the rear rack and side compartments (if any), balancing the weight of the whole motorcycle’s rider and passenger.

Preparing long motorcycle trip

It goes without saying that all travel must use a good detailed road map, having previously studied the route, as well as scheduled stops at specific points such as hotels, petrol stations and supermarkets. Keep abreast of the weather forecast and always carry a folded suit to repel rain never hurts, considering that, unlike the car, on the bike itself that we are exposed to the weather.

Finally, when driving a motorcycle should rest every hour and a half, and of course, avoid all kinds of alcohol, drugs, distractions and lack of sleep.

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How to Prepare Organic Fertilizer http://onelittlevictoryblog.com/how-to-prepare-organic-fertilizer/ http://onelittlevictoryblog.com/how-to-prepare-organic-fertilizer/#comments Fri, 31 Oct 2014 11:03:31 +0000 http://onelittlevictoryblog.com/?p=601 Continue Reading →]]> Organic wastes make up almost 70% of our household waste, and is very useful to make an excellent fertilizer for our plants.

What do we need to make compost?

One way to maintain soil fertility is by incorporating compost. And nothing better than a compost , totally devoid of chemicals.

To prepare compost just need a piece of land, patience and perseverance.

GardeningFood scraps that we use to prepare this fertilizer are eggshells and fruit, vegetable, herb and used the coffee, leaves, manure, and some remains of pruning .

We must also find a few pieces of old cotton cloth or pieces of sheet metal to cover the hole that we will perform.

We must never incorporate into our compost remains of glass, bone, meat, plastic or cans.

How to make homemade compost or fertilizer

  • The first thing to do, then you have the basics, you dig a hole about 50 cm deep and 50 cm in diameter.
  • If you want to do just a little, we can use a 200 liter bin or the like, which incorporate the “ingredients” in the same way and proceed the same in their care.
  • Basically we locate the remains of pruning up organic waste and finally, cover with a little soil. Every day adds a bit of land that we took when we did the pot.
  • You must keep the pot or bowl covered with fabric or sheets, and add some worms to help aerate the soil.
  • If it’s hot, it’s advisable to water the fertilizer, since moisture is essential for the material to decompose and may form.

When the compost is ready?

The compost will be ready in about 2 or 3 months, if we begin to prepare for the summer. If we make in the winter, it takes about 5 months.

For added security, we can go and when reviewing the payment notice that all organic matter that we have placed is completely decomposed, the compost will be ready to incorporate into our plants. They will thank you.

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How to prepare peppers in vinegar http://onelittlevictoryblog.com/how-to-prepare-peppers-in-vinegar/ http://onelittlevictoryblog.com/how-to-prepare-peppers-in-vinegar/#comments Sat, 11 Oct 2014 08:00:48 +0000 http://onelittlevictoryblog.com/?p=489 Continue Reading →]]> Here are two recipes for pickled peppers, a slow and a faster version so you can choose the one you prefer

The pickled peppers last well preserved about 1 year. After opening the bottle, keep in the refrigerator

Recipes for Preparing Peppers in Vinegar

One way of consuming peppers, and gives us the opportunity to enjoy them in many dishes, is to prepare them in vinegar. In addition, this preparation will allow us to keep them for longer and enjoy its taste throughout the year.

RecipeThe pickled peppers can be used in the pizzas, as a garnish for grilled meats, snacks, etc.

Most important for this recipe is to carefully select the peppers. They have to be cool with your healthy skin, free of blemishes or bruises.

Recipe ingredients

– 10 peppers
– 1000 cc. white vinegar (1L)
– Sugar, salt and pepper
– Laurel, oregano and tarragon

How to make pickled peppers

  • Rinse peppers well without removing the reef points.
  • Place them in a bowl with a tablespoon of salt and cover with water. Marinate 1 full day.
  • Drain and distribute pre-sterilized jars.
  • In a pot, boil white vinegar with a pinch of sugar, pepper, bay leaf, oregano and tarragon. Boil for 3 minutes and pour into jars where the peppers are.
  • Consume after 40 days.

Quick recipe for pickled peppers

This is a simpler, faster version of preparing pickled peppers

The ingredients for this recipe are:

– 500 cc of oil
– 250 cc of vinegar
– 500 gr. of chillies
– 4 cloves garlic, halved
– 2 tablespoons peppercorns
– Laurel Leaves
– Pinch of salt

Preparation of quick pickled peppers recipe

  • Clean the peppers, remove seeds and ribs, and cut into halves.
  • In a saucepan, place the vinegar, oil, bay leaf, garlic, pepper and a pinch of salt.
  • Bring the fire and let it boil up.
  • Add the peppers and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from baking and let cool before packing. Should be allowed to park a week before using.

For both recipes, well preserved peppers last about 1 year. Upon opening the bottle should be kept in the refrigerator.

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