Late summer can get really, scorching hot. And sometimes I have a few tomatoes that are right in direct sunlight long enough to cause the tomato skin to start “cooking” and die. It hasn’t been too bad of a problem as I’m usually able to get out to the garden and pick things before they […]
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What is Homesteading?
Like any term out there that has a sizable group of people interested in it, there is much disagreement about what, exactly, homesteading means. People feel there are certain tools, skills, and parameters that have to happen in order to call an activity “homesteading”. There’s a lot of gatekeeping going on here. No surprise, really. […]
Are Onions Good For You?
Onions! So useful, so versatile. Can’t believe anybody wouldn’t like these buggers. But, the real question is “are onions good for you?” And that would be a resounding YES! Even though onions are mostly water (almost 90%), they’re still packed with nutrients. They’re loaded with antioxidants, and may contribute to heart health. Top that all […]