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Natural World: British Countryside (BBC)

March 14, 2013 4 Comments

Britain’s countryside is undergoing a revolution. For decades our farmland wildlife has been in serious decline – a depressing tale of hedges ripped out, mar…

How do you make Chicken Kaleguen?

March 12, 2013 2 Comments

Image by Renée S. Suen I was craving Chinese soup, the type that’s steamed in it’s serving bowl (think double broiler). This one had black chicken, fish maw (stomach), gogi berries, and shiitake mushrooms. The order takes about 20 min to prepare, but it was worth the wait. Chinese steamed soups are reported to be […]

Bees in the City Foster Connection with Food

March 12, 2013 1 Comment

By Brian Myers Editor: Megan Burks San Diego City Council is expected to vote on changes early next year to its ordinances that regulate farming within city …

My Daughter is 1Yr 9months now when she has to start to pre nursery or Montessori? Please guide me?

March 11, 2013 7 Comments

Question by vijay a: My Daughter is 1Yr 9months now when she has to start to pre nursery or Montessori? Please guide me? Add your own answer in the comments!

Aquaponics System – 18-01-2013

March 8, 2013 8 Comments

An update of my Aquaponics system. pH 7.1, Ammonia 0.25, Nitrite 0.25 and Nitrate 0.5. Subscribe for fortnightly updates of my Aquaponics system and updates …

Beekeeping: DIY Steam Wax Melter – Extractor

March 4, 2013 4 Comments

I made a DIY Steam Wax Melter – extractor using: wall paper steamer, 2x ratchet straps, 2x old wooden beehive floor, varroa mesh and bee hive brood box. V high extraction rate (95%) and very easy to make. Only issue is the energy it uses – basically like boiling a kettle. Enjoy…. : ) I’ve […]

The Rza-Samurai Showdown or Raise Your Sword (With Lyrics)

February 25, 2013 18 Comments

Album: Ghostdogg Soundtrack? LYRICS: [Intro] Yo, it’s a samurai showdown Samurai showdown… (Aight, ATM) How dare you challenge me? You will die from the tip of my sword today Huh, the trenches, we must remain calm Right, prepare to die [Chorus (x2)] Yo, it’s born-born, young Lord, raise your swords Yo, it’s born-born, young Lord, […]

How to make a Top Drip Bucket Hydroponic System

February 25, 2013 24 Comments

HydroponicsFriend.com This video contains instructions for building your own Top Drip Bucket Hydroponic System using a 5 Gallon Bucket, a Mesh Pot Bucket Lid, and the GH Farm Kit. This kit was intended to be used for the General Hydroponics Water Farm System. I knew with a little modification I could build my own system […]

i need help finding a bus schedule or train or something?

February 22, 2013 1 Comment

Image by nineminutes I took a picture of you for my 365! I didn’t get many shots today, and the colors in this one make me happy, so there it is. But really, it’s a sculpture of Dr. Seuss’ "Oh the Places You’ll Go!" I think it’s most commonly read in first grade and college […]

How To Start Lettuce Plants In A Cold Frame

February 21, 2013 No Comment

Learn how a northern New Mexico master gardener starts lettuce plants in his backyard cold frame. Also how to prune a fig tree. From the Southwest Yard & Garden series.