From eggnog and stuffing to tamales and pie, holiday fare offers plenty of temptation. Americans gain nearly half of the weight they will gain all year between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, according to a 2000 study, and losing those pounds can be an uphill battle. While the holidays are not a…
Minecraft Tutorials – E37 Tower of Power – Part 1 (Survive and Thrive II)
How to Survive and Thrive in Minecraft! In this episode, we finally start building our Tower of Power using the Nether Brick we brought back from the Nether! In Part 1 we lay the basic framework, leaving gaps for windows and doors. Download this tutorial world: paulsoaresjr.com or create it…
Minecraft Tutorials – E36 Nether Fortress (Survive and Thrive II)
How to Survive and Thrive in Minecraft! In this episode, we explore the Nether Fortress, meet the inhabitants (Blazes and Magma Cubes), and kill them for their stuff! We also collect Nether Brick for our Tower of Power. Download this tutorial world: paulsoaresjr.com or create it from scratch: www.youtube.com BLOG:…
Minecraft Tutorials – E34 Spiral Staircase Tower (Survive and Thrive II)
How to Survive and Thrive in Minecraft! In this episode, we begin construction of a Tower of Power, where we shall soon dabble in the arcane arts of Enchanting and Potion Brewing! In this session, we choose a location and build a spiral staircase to the second and third floors…
Minecraft Tutorials – E33 Branch Mining Basics (Survive and Thrive II)
How to Survive and Thrive in Minecraft! In this episode, we do some “branch mining” which is a simple but efficient method of finding lots of precious gems (lapis, redstone, diamonds) and metals (iron and gold)! Check the Wiki for more Mining Strategy/Theory: www.minecraftwiki.net Download this tutorial world: paulsoaresjr.com or…
Minecraft Tutorials – E32 Mushrooms, Stew, Portable Shelter (Survive and Thrive II)
How to Survive and Thrive in Minecraft! In this episode, we quest for the forgotten Mushroom and restore some of its former glory! We’ll use mushrooms to make Mushroom Stew, a Portable Emergency Shelter, and a Smurfy village! Download this tutorial world: paulsoaresjr.com or create it from scratch: www.youtube.com BLOG:…
Minecraft Tutorials – E31 Dye and Colored Wool (Survive and Thrive II)
How to Survive and Thrive in Minecraft! In this episode, we make 15 colored dyes and use them to dye wool blocks and sheep! Download this tutorial world: paulsoaresjr.com or create it from scratch: www.youtube.com BLOG: paulsoaresjr.com TWITTER twitter.com FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com FAQ: www.youtube.com Get Minecraft here: minecraft.net In…
Minecraft Tutorials – E30 Patio and Wharf (Survive and Thrive II)
How to Survive and Thrive in Minecraft! In this episode, we do a bit of exterior design near cozy cottage. We build a checkerboard front patio and a connecting wharf alongside the lagoon. Download this tutorial world: paulsoaresjr.com or create it from scratch: www.youtube.com BLOG: paulsoaresjr.com TWITTER twitter.com FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com…
Minecraft Tutorials – E29 Home Decorating Basics (Survive and Thrive II)
How to Survive and Thrive in Minecraft! In this episode, we return home from our adventure and spruce up the cottage with some basic home decoration and furniture. We’ll craft a cauldron (sink), books, bookshelves, and paintings. We’ll also make creative use of dirt, trap doors, stairs, and signs to…
Minecraft Tutorials – E28 Gold, Diamond, Obsidian (Survive and Thrive II)
How to Survive and Thrive in Minecraft! In this episode, we delve deep underground to find and harvest gold and diamond! We also stumble upon obsidian and collect it with our new diamond pick! Download this tutorial world: paulsoaresjr.com or create it from scratch: www.youtube.com BLOG: paulsoaresjr.com TWITTER twitter.com FACEBOOK:…