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What is organic growing?

You are right, worms are essential to healthy soil. Laying down leaves encourages them, as they can drag the leaves down into the soil and munch them. Their excreta then provides a wonderful soil enhancer. They also find the ground under a ...

frankbeswick, on 02/11/2015

What is organic growing?

I agree with your way of gardening Frank. My gardens are small so I weed by hand and I add nutrients back to the soil also. I look for lots of worms when I dig, which is a sign of good quality dirt!

dustytoes, on 02/11/2015

My Vision of Becoming a Great Teacher

I remember the chalk boards and the days before computers. Unfortunately, these days are gone, and so are some of the better teachers. I think it takes more to connect with a student, and teach them, without all of the electronics. My parents ...

CountrySunshine, on 02/11/2015

Stradivari and Music in Cremona, Italy

I guided tour is an excellent idea, especially if you are only there for one day. You can miss a lot if you try to do it all by yourself. But make sure you find time to buy some chocolate!

Maritravel, on 02/11/2015

What is organic growing?

Organic food often tastes better because organic growers tend their soil well. This means that micro-nutrients [trace elements] are more likely to be present than in non-organic soils, and that means better taste. We have a problem in Europe and ...

frankbeswick, on 02/11/2015

Stradivari and Music in Cremona, Italy

For a guided walking tour contact : www.targetturismo.com Elena Piccioni will guide you to discover the charm of Cremona's unmissable sights

Elena, on 02/11/2015

How To Make An All Natural Hair Growth Oil For Hair Loss

Hey Denise, right at this very moment I am making your hair oil and was wondering if it was ok to tweak it a little. I only had 2oz of Jojoba oil and substituted the other 2oz with Olive oil and ...

Ericka, on 02/10/2015

Saint Francis Dog Tags

He was a fascinating saint. I imagine a lot of people thought he was crazy.

ologsinquito, on 02/10/2015

Saint Francis Dog Tags

I love St. Francis. The tales about him sounded fantastical to me until I lived surrounded by nature myself, and now I realize how much animals can respond to our emotions and our spiritual presence among them. Although I love the story about ...

Guest, on 02/10/2015

What is organic growing?

Thank goodness organic food is now widely available. I think it tastes better, but maybe that's just because I know it's organic.

ologsinquito, on 02/10/2015

Beautiful Pug Throw Blankets

They are so homely that they're cute. There are a lot of cute pug pictures online.

ologsinquito, on 02/10/2015

Dog Mailbox Covers

They seem to be the latest thing. It's easier than having your mailbox painted.

ologsinquito, on 02/10/2015

Beautiful Pug Throw Blankets

I really liked these. I thought they were so cute, and would make a great gift for dog lovers.

ologsinquito, on 02/10/2015

Dog Mailbox Covers

That's what I thought.

ologsinquito, on 02/10/2015

Beautiful Pug Throw Blankets

These shops seem endless. I think I could spend several lifetimes exploring all of them.

ologsinquito, on 02/10/2015