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A special element of our life this past year has been our ever-changing flock of free-range chickens. We were blessed with the original flock (mostly older hens) from friends, and then we added a few new ones, which we raised from baby chicks. Those little pullets are now beautiful, full-grown black-and-white Barred Rocks, who regularly Continue reading Backyard Chickens  
Post by Contributing Writer, Holly Never would I have thought I would come to appreciate, even admire, the common dandelion (i.e., “Taraxacum officinale”). What I once called a stubborn, defiant, nuisance of a weed, I now describe as a timeless, medicinal cornucopia – a medicinal plant with no rival – with an impressive recipe Continue reading The Dandelion – A Medicinal Cornucopia {And Edible}
Our family tends to move often, but at each place we’ve lived, I’ve tried to grow a bit of a garden- whether it is in little pots or a garden patch. Medicinal herbs are a valuable asset to your growing space, alongside all those delicious edibles! If you are wondering where to start, here are Continue reading Top 10 Choices for a Medicinal Herb Garden original image credit Post by Contributing Writer, Holly Some want to start a garden, but are hesitant … reluctant … fearful of what they don’t know that might cause them to FAIL. If you identify with that statement, my hope is that after reading this post, you’ll be encouraged, motivated, confident, and Continue reading 4 Things the Reluctant, First-Time Gardener Should Know © Kucher Serhii | Dreamstime.com Post by Contributing Writer, Holly Ideally, I would have had this post ready for February (the month of Valentine’s Day). But, that’s okay. It’s definitely not too late to be thinking about rose pruning. It might actually be too early to prune. It depends Continue reading Pruning Roses – Why, When, What, and How Post by Contributing Writer, Holly Most people have gotten into poison ivy at least once, and suffered the consequences. However, some have been blessed with a natural defense against poison ivy’s urushiol oil. They seem to experience no allergic reaction. My grandpa is such a person. As a young boy, … I shudder Continue reading Poison Ivy Natural Remedies {Photo Credit} Who would know that such a beautiful flower is such an amazing herb! Calendula (calendula officinalis) or Pot Marigold is one of the most popular herbs used to treating in skin problems. Skin concerns often crop up during the blustery winter months, with dry skin, wind-burn, and other irritating rashes. Calendula can be found Continue reading Calendula- A Soothing Medicinal Herb
Post by Contributing Writer, Holly January is the time of year when we think about what we plan to accomplish in the year to come. For today’s post, I decided to focus on one specific goal: planning for the spring garden. I think I’ve mentioned before how I LOVE planning stuff, almost as Continue reading Garden-Ready Checklist Post by Contributing Writer, Holly There are countless ways to put to good use all parts (rind, pulp, fibrous strands, and seeds) of a pumpkin. Here are just a few ways. We’d love to hear how your family uses pumpkins. Be sure to share your ideas in the comments area. Pumpkin Rind Compost Worm Continue reading A No-Waste Pumpkin
He doesn’t have any teeth yet, but he’s working on it- with his favorite new teether! The apples have started ripening on the trees in our yard, and just like his big brother last year, he has decided to savor an apple almost as big as his head. It is so big, though, that Continue reading A Baby & An Apple |
    
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