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Why raised beds vs in the ground?
Hello. I'd like to understand why the emphasis on raised beds? It's costly! Either wood or cinder blocks, and then to buy the soil, as I just moved to a place in January and haven't been composting here; can get free horse manure from my daughter. I don't need to be "comfortable" so what's wrong with planting in the…
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Older really can be better
It's hard to improve on the original 1949 Sunbeam toaster design. My toaster is a cheap yard sale model, not the Sunbeam, but it has worked for years and will probably outlive the modern toasters being sold today.
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Sapping season
It looks like we could get a full two weeks of perfect sapping weather. Our maples are Manitoba maples. Our sap to syrup ratio is 40:1. We put in almost all of our spiles today. We ran out of buckets & lids. We are trying to figure out what we might have that can be fill in collection containers. Right now we have about 20…
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Lab grown cannabis
I just read that this lab grown variation is growing in popularity in the US, and is a way some unscrupulous lab folks are trying to get around laws & regulations. It is not safety tested or anything, and is largely an "unknown" as far as effects (good or bad) goes. Be careful to avoid it. It is called Delta 8. I thought…
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Ground ivy in chocolate
Ground ivy in chocolate Something for fun. When I run my workshops, I try to include some recipes for fun. And this time is my ground ivy (glechoma hederacea ) leaves and apple mint shoots in dark chocolate. it was a success and I feel like sharing with you. It is very simple. Collect the leaves with a longer stem. If you…
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What are you foraging right now?
Hey, I was in the new garden space and trying to clear a fence line, lay down some fabric, etc. when I found the most beautiful yellow roots of Rumex crispus! I don't know if I have ever seen such beauties as these. I brought them in and washed them and am drying them while they wait for vodka☺. So, that got me to…
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I think I have to put my first pet down
My first pet of my whole life, Sunshine the Angora wool rabbit, has always been very nervous. She has been hurting herself, and today, she is having trouble hopping and has damage on her head, yet she still keeps pacing and is very nervous. I gave her her favorite food, bed, and water, and I am hoping she falls asleep.
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feeding rabbits without pellets
Is it possible to feed rabbits on homegrown food only? I know everyone says to use the pellets and many say it's the only way to feed them. I'm sure if anyone knows if it can be done, someone here will know. I'd like to be able to grow my own feed to raise meat rabbits. Have not convinced my husband we need them yet....…
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Tumeric powder from fresh roots
Hi What is the best way to powder fresh tumeric roots? Some mention to boil it first. Does that destroy the nutrients? Oven vs sundried? Thanks. Saroj
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Infected Cat Bite
My usually loving cat bit me the other day. We'd been away so maybe she was mad at us. However, this is what I did wrong and then what I did to correct it. Not saying that this will work for other bites or other infections. Just wanted to post what I have done in case it might help others. First I just wiped away the blood…
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Tutorial: Adding Tags to a New Discussion
*A new discussion should have appropriate tags added by the original poster (OP) before pressing the save button.* I am posting this tutorial to give members instruction on how to include tags in a new discussion post. Tags are meant to help find a particular discussion more readily when a search is performed. 1. Just…
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Eye styes
I've suffered recently (and still am) from bilateral styes, one of which is incredibly painful and swollen and possibly infected. I've been put on a strong anti-biotic as well as prednisone which I HATE to take. Does anyone have any natural remedies? I've been using warm compresses several times a day which helped with one…
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Dual purpose wool and meat rabbits for rehoming
Okay, please take this down if not allowed. I have eight pedigree French angora wool rabbits I have to rehome either for a short time or permanently. Please feel free to contact me here or by pm for my phone number. I am currently in Michigan. Thanks! christina
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Hydroponic Nutrients for Kratky Method
Hello Everyone, Can someone recommend nutrients for the Kratky system? I am mostly growing multiple varieties of lettuce.
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Let's get to know each other better
We've had so many new members join lately & over the years who have told us where they are from. Through discussions, we've learned a bit about each other's interests & in some cases, this has cultivated wonderful friendships worldwide. Please let us know a bit more about you, what you do, what brought you here, or about…
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Injections in knees
I do not know what was in those injections that the Doctor put into my knees. One injection in each knee. I was really sick all week from those 2 injections. Five hours later I had a strange headache. Then after I went to bed the left knee had stabbing pains for several hours (about every 45 minutes). Not all night…
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Flax Seed and its uses
I was just looking up flax seed and the article talked about how to use flax seed meal to make egg substitutes: https://dontwastethecrumbs.com/how-to-make-flax-egg/. Also 18 ways to use Flaxseed: https://dontwastethecrumbs.com/ways-use-flaxseed/. I have used it in baking before but never thought about using it in…
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Middle eastern adventure
Just recently I was lucky enough to embark on a Middle East adventure. Turkey, Egypt, Jordan & Israel. What a trip, lots of firsts. History, religion, food, people & landscapes, we had it all. We only scratched the surface but a lifetime of memories. The Grand Bazaar, Haggis Sophia & the thriving city of Istanbul, Ephesus…
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Looking for Rootbeer Recipes
I have a tendency to gather several recipes for something and then make my own recipe from these sources. I have a few recipes for root beer from scratch (including an A&W copy cat) but I'm not completely happy with any of them. I've gathered up the main ingredients such as sassafras and sarsaparilla. I have wintergreen…
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Processed Meat Exercise
While doing an exercise for my Nutrition Certification course on processed meats, I discovered that a meat most of us have eaten as kids (and possibly some still today) seems to have more additives than meat. Oscar Mayer Bologna Deli Lunch Meat - MECHANICALLY SEPARATED CHICKEN, PORK, CORN SYRUP, WATER, CONTAINS LESS THAN…
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Update* Unusual Request: My brother is missing
I was just told that my youngest brother is missing. Few details are known, but he had said this morning that he was helping a friend out who was in trouble. He never showed up to two places he was supposed to be today. He has been going through some really difficult stuff, but I think his disappearance is related to…
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Medicinal Trees: Hemlock (Tsuga... not poison hemlock)
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My autumn garden
After being away for the majority of March, I decided back in Feb, to clean up the garden, top up the mulch & give it a break until I got home. I normally start putting seeds in for my winter garden in Feb but opted not to (not to much pressure on my lovely house sitter) and I would purchase seedlings when I got home, so I…
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Medicinal properties of Spruce & Poplar buds
I am considering using fresh spruce needles in some medicinal blends. Then started to wonder what the medicinal properties are like in the dead winter here in our far north climate. Maybe someone has some experience in this field? Admin edit: Discussion title edited to include further discussion of medicinal poplar buds
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Show 128: Barberry, Corn, Ramps and Hostas
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Testing Polls function: Your participation is welcomed
Please let me know if this is working properly by answering Yes or No.
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Pluma Moos (fruit soup) a sweet dish
This "soup" is actually an Easter dish that accompanies the ham. We have used it as a syand alone meal or dessert at times. It's fast & easy and pretty forgiving. I like to throw in peaches, cherries & raisins with enough water to cover. That's my favorite moos. If the fruit is exceptionally sweet, I add a bit more water.…
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The 14 Mega-Corporations That Own Your Supplement Brands
This chart is from 2018, so a bit outdated. Which means there probably has been more consolidations... OMG, I avoid almost all of these brands. You would have to be out of your mind to take a One-A-Day. But I was surprised at SolaRay and Pure. Dang... I used to trust them. I still love my Standard Process. Source:…
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MANUAL small kitchen appliances list
I want this list to be one of manual replacements for electric small kitchen machines, such as flour mills, oil presses, oats flakers and such, with links whenever possible. This list is not for yard tools nor large kitchen appliances (stoves, fridges, etc.). I'm not sure how large appliances could be manual anyway aside…
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Happy Easter!
Happy Easter everyone! I hope your Sunday is filled with joy, people you love and good food!
