I’ve been seeing a decent amount of information circulating as of late in the health realm regarding the link between unresolved trauma and chronic illness. You might consider the two to be entirely separate entities in their essence, and, technically, they are. When trauma of any sort exists in the body for an extended duration … More Yes, unresolved trauma can trigger chronic illness
It seems to me as though just about any woman I speak to as of late, with whom I have a somewhat personal connection, has low iron. I reference the personal connection aspect because I’m not exactly approaching strangers on the street and demanding to know their iron levels. Men can also be low in … More Struggling with low iron? Try this supplement
It’s hard to believe, sometimes, just how long I’ve been blogging for. I couldn’t even pinpoint the exact year I started, but I think it was somewhere around 2015, meaning I have been writing daily posts here via ontheedgeofeverything.com for over ten years. I did take a few days off when I got married, but … More Wanting to start a blog? Read this
When it comes to nuts, I suppose I would consider myself an average consumer in the sense that I enjoy them periodically. I’ve never been a nut fiend, as bad as that sounds, but I know plenty of people who are. If I’m eating nuts, my preference is cashews, but I also enjoy peanuts occasionally, … More Let’s make Pistachio Loaf
I’ve never really considered myself a dessert person. Don’t get me wrong – I love and enjoy sweets and goodies as much as the next person, but growing up, my family didn’t really have dessert in the sense that it was consumed immediately following dinner. Rather, in true European fashion (both of my parents have … More How about a Mocha Peanut Butter Pie for dessert tonight?
While I certainly don’t expect everyone to have an insect epiphany like I described in yesterday’s post, allow me to say that if you, like me, are not a tremendous fan of bugs, it wouldn’t be the worst thing in the world to try to force your acceptance of them. We live in a world … More Check out these curious facts about spiders (part two)
Spiders and I, for the vast majority of my existence, are not what I would consider friends. They creep me the fuck out, and I’ve never really experienced a tremendous urge to get to know them on a deeper level. The less of them I encounter, the better, and I know a lot of people … More Check out these curious facts about spiders
As it turns out, however, there is one small trick we can try to alleviate the tremendous load existing inside our domes, and it is incredibly simple in its essence – writing our thoughts down on paper can be a game-changer when dealing with a shrieking brain. Check out the following information regarding the benefits … More Brain feeling overloaded? Try writing down your thoughts
Strong intuition is, in my own humble opinion, a rare and incredibly valuable skill to possess. Without sounding like an arrogant fuck, allow me to state that I feel as though I have a decent amount of intuition, and it has been of tremendous aid to me on several occasions in life. If you’re unsure … More The power of intuition
I’ve made mention of the fact that my preferred genre of books to read is fiction, but in the last couple of years, I’ve developed a sincere appreciation for historical fiction. I can thank Kristin Hannah for this, seeing as the first historical fiction text I ever read was The Nightingale, and if you haven’t … More Read or rid: ‘All the Light We Cannot See’ by Anthony Doerr
Upon finally meeting with a surgeon regarding my destroyed knee, I’ve learned that I have completely severed my Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) and require ACL reconstructive surgery. I’ve been in denial up until this point about needing surgery, but I can’t say I’m terribly surprised, given the extent of the damage that I’ve done to … More Here’s what you need to know about ACL reconstruction
I wrote a post a little while ago sharing my thoughts on Caro Claire Burke’s novel, Yesteryear. I won’t be too redundant, but to offer you a very brief summary, the book follows the marriage between Natalie and Caleb and their aspirations to farm together. There is a hell of a lot more to the … More Appreciating the romanticization of farming in ‘Yesteryear’ by Caro Claire Burke
If you have owned your Keurig for longer than a year, I almost guarantee that you have been at the receiving end of brewing issues resulting from the machine building up too much residue internally. I’ve owned just about every model and make of Keurig’s in existence, and every single one has been the bearer … More Clogged Keurig? Read this
Whether or not you have watched any of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, there is a solid probability that you have heard of a Norwegian soccer player named Erling Haaland. He is 25 years of age and plays forward for Norway, and the man has become an internet sensation. Not only is he a remarkably … More Let’s talk about Erling Haaland
Our conversation pertaining to capybaras will continue today, and I hope you’re enjoying learning about these animals as much as I have. Granted, I’m a little bit biased towards these majestic creatures because of the obsession I had with them while I was in high school, but they really are extremely lovable critters. I think … More How much do you know about capybaras? (part two)
If you find yourself a wee bit confused after reading the title of today’s post, no need to fret. Capybara awareness has increased in the past few years, based on my own observations, but they certainly aren’t the most common animal to spot while you’re out and about. I first learned about capybaras when I … More How much do you know about capybaras?
I am entirely aware of the fact that the title of today’s post may not be the most enticing food creation you’ve ever heard of, but I do ask that you keep an open mind. Despite the jargon not being the most alluring, I can promise you that the final product is scrumptious. A few … More Let’s make chicken nugget sandwiches
I have a somewhat conflicted relationship with both cooking and baking. When I was a teenager, I went through a phase during which I was positively obsessed with cooking, to the point my parents enrolled me in a week-long cooking course. I loved it, and to make things even more enjoyable, I was able to … More Let’s make homemade ice cream
Yesterday’s post served as a sort of introduction, I suppose, to the main components of a human knee. By components, I am making reference to the four major ligaments that exist within the knee, but there are plenty of other very important aspects that make up the entire knee structure that I am by no … More How well do you know your knees? (part two)
While I am still waiting for some diagnostic imaging to inform me of what sort of knee injury I am currently dealing with, and the extent of it, I figure it doesn’t hurt to educate myself about all things knee-related. I’ve never done so much reading about the components of a knee in all of … More How well do you know your knees?
I feel obligated to share a personal story with all of you before we delve into today’s squirrel content. When I was a lot younger, my uncle told me a story about a squirrel I doubt I will ever forget. He told me that when he was a kid, he and a buddy decided to … More Let’s talk about squirrels (part two)
I have always considered squirrels to be positively adorable creatures, but I am aware that plenty of us are not fans of these little creatures. I should arguably stipulate that I have also always found mice to be very cute, so it’s possible I’m a wee bit fucked in the head. But, aside from my … More Let’s learn about squirrels
I’ve never been a tremendous fan of rhubarb, but I know plenty of people who love and enjoy it, my family included. Last year, my dad and sister decided to try growing some ourselves, and we now have a dedicated rhubarb patch on the farm where it is thriving. My dad has always been a … More Let’s make Rhubarb Berry Upside-Down Cake
Few things piss me off on this Earth more than when technological devices fail to perform their duties. I acknowledge it is not entirely sensible to rage toward an inanimate object, but sometimes it’s necessary. Blaine and I have been living together in our home now for roughly four years, meaning our appliances are only … More Dirty dishes coming out of the dishwasher? Read this
When I decided that today’s post would share a recipe, I wasn’t entirely certain of what sort of recipe I wanted to feature. I try to reference recipes that I figure appeal to the masses, are relatively straightforward, and don’t cost a fortune to prepare; when I came across one for Taco Lasagna, I decided … More Let’s make Taco Lasagna
Injuries of any sort fail to be terribly enjoyable, but I would argue that they’re usually worse when you’re an athletic person, or, worse again, if the injury occurred while doing physical activity we love and appreciate. Rugby is an escape for me, much like any sport is an escape for any athlete who plays … More Recognizing the mental impact of a physical injury
For someone who possesses a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature, I’m a little ashamed of myself that it took me this long to delve into one of John Steinbeck’s works. The man is renowned as an author, with several incredibly successful publications, and while I might be lagging in getting around to reading … More Read or rid: ‘The Grapes of Wrath’ by John Steinbeck
When I sat down to write today’s post, entirely uninspired, I remembered my unintentional animal series I started a little while ago, and suddenly thought about giraffes. Giraffes are one of those animals most people are familiar with in terms of existence, but I suspect most of us don’t know too much about them and … More How much do you know about giraffes?
While I don’t believe I have ever met anyone who claims they are not a fan of nachos, allow me to assert that unless you have had some sort of terrible experience with this dish, I genuinely cannot think of a single, viable reason as to why someone wouldn’t like them. You almost can’t go … More Waffle … nachos?
When I joined the Norfolk Harvesters Rugby Football Club three years ago, I can recall feeling a bit perplexed at the sight of a bizarre-looking camera at our first game. It was bright green and attached to the top of a rather long pole; I was entirely ignorant of the fact that it was a … More If you’re on a sports team, consider getting a Veo camera
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