I watched an interesting video today…one that asks the question, “Are all dogs dangerous?” At first glance, you might be tempted to say yes, as the statistics tell us that over 4 and a half million Americans are bitten by dogs and in the UK, about 20,000 people get all the way to the point [...]
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The Safe Seed Pledge and taking our power back from Monsanto
Spring. The time of year when thoughts, for many of us, turn to the garden. This years seed catalogs began to arrive a couple of months ago, and those among us that are champion procrastinators, are still making their planting choices. If you’re the kind of gardener who buys vegetable seeds or seedlings (including tomato [...]
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Essential Upkeep for Your Unique Home
Inside and out, all homes require at least some on-going maintenance. Some need more than others and depending on design and the age of the home, most dwellings have unique maintenance needs. For instance, a home with extensive architectural detail will likely have unique maintenance requirements to retain its luster and richness. In contrast, [...]
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Gardeners Beware! A List of Veggies Owned by Monsanto
IF YOU ARE THE KIND OF GARDENER who buys vegetable seeds or seedlings (including tomato plants) from a local garden center, as I sometimes do, beware the varieties you select. Otherwise, you could very well be putting money into the hands of the wretched Monsanto Corporation. Forewarned is forearmed, right? Here is the list [...]
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