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  The Beauty and Benefits of Bare-Root Trees:   A Gardener’s GuideSpring and late winter are prime times for planting, and if you’re looking to add trees to your landscape, consider the advantages of bare-root trees.   These trees, sold without soil around their roots, offer a cost-effective and healthy way to establish new growthContinue reading “Bare root trees.”

  I’ve recently started a new hobby that I’ve heard called urban gold mining.   Urban Gold Mining: Unearthing Treasure from E-Waste  A Sustainable Solution for a Tech-Driven World. In today’s world of rapidly advancing technology, electronic waste (e-waste) is piling up at an alarming rate.   But amidst this growing concern lies a hiddenContinue reading “Urban gold mining.”

  A Weed with Unexpected Potential? Dandelions.    Those cheerful yellow flowers that pop up in lawns everywhere, often considered a nuisance. But did you know that these ubiquitous “weeds” can be transformed into a surprisingly tasty and potentially beneficial tea?    Forget the weed killer, let’s explore the world of dandelion tea!   FromContinue reading “Dandelion tea”

  A Guide to Starting Tomato Plants.   Growing tomatoes from seed can be a rewarding experience, offering a sense of accomplishment and the satisfaction of enjoying homegrown produce. While it may seem daunting at first, with a little patience and the right approach, you can successfully cultivate healthy tomato plants from seed. 1. ChoosingContinue reading “From Seed to Supper”

As fate would have it, I’ve been ill since before Christmas. During that time it has seemingly gotten worse as the weeks have flown off the calendar.   There doesn’t seem to be a definitive answer to exactly what it is, though the symptoms are slowly easing. I apologize to anyone who may have missedContinue reading “A return to the blog”

  A Step-by-Step GuideRediscovering an Ancient Building TechniqueAdobe bricks, made from sun-dried clay, have been used for centuries to construct durable and energy-efficient buildings. This ancient building technique is experiencing a resurgence in popularity, as people seek sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives to traditional construction materials.Materials Needed: * Clay soil * Water * Straw or otherContinue reading “DYI Adobe Bricks”

  I’m back, I took a short, much needed break from all my endeavors to work on a writing course I started in on quite a while ago.   Life got hectic for a bit, and I just couldn’t focus on it while dealing with everything else that had been thrown my way. And toContinue reading “A short break.”

  We recently bought a small wood stove for our tiny house. It’s a whopping 650 square feet.   I think the stove I picked out will work well, though I’ll need to figure out the chimney situation before we can enjoy it.   I have a through the wall kit I’d bought years agoContinue reading “Wood stoves”

  Homesteading can be extremely stressful, especially when one is just getting started. Trying to figure everything out and keeping your head above water can be hard.   Stress: The Silent Thief of JoyStress, a word that has become synonymous with modern life, is a complex response to pressure or demand. While it can beContinue reading “Dealing with stress”

  Some time back we had a major blizzard, many power poles were broke over and we were without power for close to a week.   Trying times to be sure, so how do you deal with being stuck indoors for any length of time when you’re used to getting out and getting things doneContinue reading “Weathering the storm.”