Interview with Paul Wheaton With my new found interest in Permaculture (and especially Hugelkultur) I decided to swing for the fences and ask the man himself, Paul Wheaton, a few questions. Paul runs things over at Permies.com and Richsoil.com. 1- Does Hugelkultur have a place in every home garden? Yes. I cannot think of a […]
Fresh Herbs: My Addiction and Secret Shame.
Fresh Herbs “Much Virtue in Herbs, little in Men.” Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) Poor Richard’s Almanac I’ll admit it “My name is Mike and I’m an Herb addict.” It wasn’t always this way, I used to buy my herbs dried in the little jar ( I didn’t know any better). Then along came Andrea and my […]
Leatherman Charge TTi in action.
I’ve been carrying my Leatherman Charge TTi since I did a review on it a few months ago. I bought the accessories for it, the Leatherman 40-Bit Assortment and the Bit Driver Extension. I’ve been using the tools every chance I get, but today they really paid off for my co-workers and I. I work […]
Hugelkultur: What is it and where does it fit into my yard.
I’m planning out my garden projects for next year and after reading an article by Paul Wheaton, I’m convinced that Hugelkultur needs to be a part of my plans. Hugelkultur is basically burying rotting wood under raised beds. The wood composts under the ground, and helps to hold water in the ground, reducing the need […]
I’m not crazy! I heat with wood.
I’m Not Crazy! I Heat With Wood. Heating my home with wood is something that is near and dear to my heart. I’ve been heating with wood for four years now. I took most of last year off as the demands of a new baby, kind of got in the way but, I’m back with […]
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