Have you read The Overstory by Richard Powers? It's underlying theme is trees, told throughout time with different family members. I enjoyed it. (View Post)

Pine needle tea can be delicious, if you add a tad of honey and lemon. The branches, added to a warm bath, are very relaxing and help me to breathe easier. (View Post)

I am lucky to have a local fairground across the road from my house. It is used for a 10 day fair at the end of August, and sits mostly vacant until then. I have foraged St. John's wort, plantain, an… (View Post)

@lewis.mary.e We grow vines the same way. Our garden boxes have a trellis (wire fence) that starts in one box and ends in the next. It is convenient to walk under and pick the cucumbers from. (View Post)

I use only coconut oil, olive oil, or aloe on my face, never makeup. While I have a few wrinkles at age 55, my skin is glowing and I get complimented on not looking my age. I also don't act my age by… (View Post)