Some say that a cook is only as good as the tools the cook uses. This saying may be on my mind as we just went out and bought new pots and pans and are getting a new slow cooker soon. But I do not think that is actually the case. I'm more inclined to believe that what I see as a real barrier to cooking is the mystery we shroud the process in.

I disagree with the saying. I say a cook is only as good as the care the cook places in the cooking. If you enjoy the process you will enjoy… Continue

My Grandma is very fond of gardening. In fact I think my own inclination towards gardening is owning to this fact since none of my parents have an avid interest in maintaining a garden. Its going to be her birthday in a couple of weeks and I have decided to gift her with a package of shrubs of different kind which she can use as a border to her lawn. I am planning to gift her atleast 5 flowering shrubs, I am sure she will find it extremely pleasing. I have known several people to come up with un… Continue

A beautiful flower filled patio is an essential part of most homes. But plants in pots, tubs and hanging baskets rely on you completely to provide all their needs in terms of water, nutrients and care. Here are some hints and tips to make your job much easier and to guarantee you a patio display to be proud of....

Read the whole article on Patio Gardening Tips.

It's time to get started on the repair work on the site next door, first I have to clean up the debris from winter which should not take long and then i'll plant some asters.

this is an excerpt from an article I just wrote.

I was first attracted to permaculture when I read a piece about permaculture ethics. This statement in particular leads me to complete my permaculture design certificate program and is still driving my work: "take responsibility for meeting our own needs and the needs of future generations.