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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…
What scares you the most? For many it’s snakes, some spiders while others flee from wasps and bees. I’ll be the first to admit that I have had many moments of feeling like my heart just jumped out of my chest. I also have not completely overcome my fears of several different creatures. I don’t…
Fall is absolutely my favorite time of the year! It gets pumpkin crazy around our home as the baking begins. Of course, my very favorite pumpkins are all the glorious heirloom pumpkins. The many different shapes and colors of heirloom pumpkins are pure natural art from the earth. My favorite pumpkin above all other pumpkins…
It can sometimes be tough to try to actively make green choices. Sometimes you may think you’re making a green choice, only to realize there was an unknown lurking variable that compromised the environmentally friendliness of your decision. Today, we’re going to only consider packaging and containers and their ecological implications. But for any option…
Starting a homeschool swap in your area can be a great way to repurpose curriculum, give to those who will appreciate it, and have fun. It can be a one-time event or you can make it a regular part of your meetings. Organizing a swap is not hard. With a little prep work and some…
What do Americans do when they are faced with overwhelming disasters? We pick up a shovel and start digging. It’s how the West was Won! It’s what we did during World War II. Communities and families worked together and grew enough food to feed their families and share with their neighbors. Every bare space was…