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The word organic has become a broadly used term in our culture today. Everything from food to gardening soil has been labeled organic. How do you know what products to trust and buy? What does organic mean? The term organic in the most generic sense simply means living or derived from living things. In this…
By now, I’m sure you have heard about the harsh working conditions and illegal labor practices used by some large corporations across the globe. Thankfully, there is a way to buy international goods and still support ethical labor practices, safe working conditions, and fair wages in developing countries. Fair Trade is a form of product…
Do you own an e-reader? When I first got my Nook I planned on using it for casual reading. I downloaded many of the free classics on Barnes & Noble. Eventually, I came to realize that I could store my pdf cookbooks and crochet patterns for trips and quick reference. It took my children bugging…
When I first purchased seventh generation diapers, I was looking for an environmentally friendly, yet affordable disposable diaper product. We had used cloth diapers collectively for over a year, with all three of our babies for some length of time, but we had begun to have problems with leaks and rashes and felt it was…
“A person who undertakes to grow a garden at home, by practices that will preserve rather than exploit the economy of the soil, has his mind precisely against what is wrong with us… What I am saying is that if we apply our minds directly and competently to the needs of the earth, then we…
Collecting items from nature perfect for bringing indoors and hanging about during the Holiday Season has become a family tradition at our home. Especially now that my grandchildren take part in the hunt. Those prize pine cones that fit so perfectly in handmade wreaths and basket decorations are one of our favorites to find. Using…
It just happens sometimes. We end up with a bunch of Green Tomatoes in the field and the first hard frost is on its way. In the Southern Garden we have two seasons of tomato growing. The spring garden always promises a bountiful summer harvest of vine ripened Heirloom Tomatoes. Our second crop gets seeds…
A well worth the effort method in organic gardening is planning your planting times to avoid the life cycles of those annoying garden pests that seek to kill and destroy your lovely vegetables. Although it is not a method that can stand alone, it is a tremendous benefit. One of my favorite tricks is fooling…
The many great gardens of the world, of literature and poetry, of painting and music, of religion and architecture, all make the point as clear as possible: The soul cannot thrive in the absence of a garden. If you don’t want paradise, you are not human; and if you are not human, you don’t have…
1.) Natural cedar balls and sticks can reduce moisture and repel moths from clothing, as well as act as a natural deodorizer. You can find a selection of cedar products in the department store laundry aisle. 2.) Make your own air freshener spray by combining 1 cup of distilled water and 8-10 drops of essential…