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    COMMON HOGWEED – IDENTIFICATION, EDIBILITY, DISTRIBUTION

    February 27, 2012 Heracleum sphondylium, aka Cow Parsnip, Eltrot. Heracleum persicum in the middle east, and heracleum maximum in N. America are closely related, and the seeds of these can be used in similar ways to those described below. I’d recommend conducting your own research around...
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    Does Vinegar Burn and Reduce Body Fat?

    Vinegar has been used medicinally for thousands of years. Throughout history, it has been touted as a cure-all for everything from illness to enhancing emotion. Acetic acid, the active ingredient in vinegar, was believed to be so potent that Hippocrates (c. 420 BC) used it to heal wounds.1...
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    What do you do to prevent water pipes from freezing when temperatures drop real low for your area?

    My wife leave the faucet dripping & I put a gallon jug under it to catch the water.
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    Joe Rogan & Evan Hafer talk about PREPPERS

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    Reba McEntire reverses dementia solution sparks huge lawsuit pressure on Fox, she finally fights back on air

    News) - In an Exclusive Interview, Reba McEntire, American country music singer and actress reveals that the show will be ending after her latest business sparks tension with Martha MacCallum. During a heated episode last week, Reba McEntire made headlines after revealing her new CBD line on...
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    Baubles and Apples!

    Do you know why we traditionally decorate a Christmas tree with red baubles? I’ve done some research, lots of research, to trace the origins of this tradition for you. After all, a tree in the house is still a gardener’s subject! To my great surprise, I discovered that there isn’t just one...
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    The Biden Administration is Now Applying its Failed Thinking on Gun Control To Cars

    We don’t write about cars much here, but there are some striking parallels to gun control in some recent moves by the Biden administration. Tell me if this rings any bells. Rather than punishing people who do idiotic things with their cars that endanger the public, the National Transportation...
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    SWEET POTATO

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    pot roast beef in slow cooker with vegetables.

    Slow cooker roast beef cooking times calculator1 Beef roast size Cooking time LOW2 Cooking time HIGH3 2-3lb / 1-1.5kg 7-8 hours 3-4 hours 3-4lb / 1.5-2kg 8-9 hours 4-5 hours 4-5lb / 2-2.5kg 9-10 hours 5-6 hours 5-6lb / 2.5-3kg 10-11 hours 6-7 hours 6-8lb / 3-4kg 11-12 hours 7-8 hours...
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    Anybody have a "REAL ID" driver license?

    I have to get one this year & someone misplaced my Passport! So I need two IDs to get two Birth Certificate. With BC I can get another SS Card, which is with my passport. Then I can get a renewal on my passport.
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    Anyone making home made BITTERS ??

    What exactly is in bitters? What are Bitters Made of? Bitters are a neutral alcohol infused with spices, herbs, fruits, roots, and other ingredients. Common ingredients include cinchona bark, gentian root, cascarilla, orange peel, and others. Most bitters are 35 to 45% ABV (alcohol by volume)...
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    Anyone own a Electric Roaster Oven

    22 Quart Electric Roaster Oven Stainless Steel with Self-Basting Lid, new, Price: US $49.69 It is cheater than Walmart & free shipping...
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    The Briner- brine bucket

    A lot of you may know about this, but it is new to me.
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    Direct Solar Power: Off-Grid Without Batteries

    "Conventional solar installations do not question our dependence on fossil fuels and the energy-guzzling lifestyle that results. Both rooftop solar panels and large-scale solar farms provide us with all the power we want, even when the sun is not shining. That is because these systems use the...
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    Osmanthus Flower Meaning and Symbolism, the sweet olive or tea olive

    Uses and Benefits of Osmanthus Flowers Osmanthus flowers have long been prized for their medicinal uses. Bark from the stems is used in a decoction that treats boils, carbuncles, and skin problems. Essential oils from the plant can be used as an effective insect repellent. Osmanthus roots have...
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    (Desmanthus illinoensis) ILLINOIS BUNDLE FLOWER

    Does anyone know about this plant? Desmanthus illinoensis Desmanthus illinoensis (Michx.) MacMill. ex B.L. Rob. & Fernald Illinois Bundleflower, Bundleflower, Prairie Bundle Flower, Prickleweed, Illinois Desmanthus, Prairie Mimosa Fabaceae (Pea Family) Synonym(s): Acuan illinoense, Mimosa...
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    Crop Rotation - Control Pests And Balance Nutrients

    What is Crop Rotation Crop rotation is the practice of planting a different family of crops in a given location from year to year. Vegetables can be grouped into families that share similar characteristics. For example, onions, garlic, chives, and leeks are all part of the Alliaceae family and...
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    CEVICHE

    Ceviche is my love language. Especially this ceviche de pescado (fish ceviche), which is my go-to ceviche recipe for summertime parties and fiestas. It also highlights what I love about Mexican coastal food, where a handful of fresh, healthy ingredients turn into one amazingly flavorful meal...
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