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Modern humans are great at changing the world. We transformed from hunter-gatherers to agriculturalists who raised plants and animals to sustain ourselves, marking a significant shift in our relationship with nature. And for as much as we have adapted to survive, we have also forced…
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In this post, I want to share with you how to DIY a seed starting setup that is both beginner-friendly and budget-conscious. This is the setup I built that led me to grow a dozen plants from seed in my first gardening season! Trust me—plenty…
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Is it just me, or is it getting hot in here? I might have been writing this post from my balcony, but here in Chicago it’s 96 degrees outside with a “real feel” of 104. It’s hot and humid, and we’ve been experiencing on-and-off rain…
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As we creep into tornado season in the upper Midwest, I’m reminded to make sure I have my emergency go bag is ready. I’ve kept one since 2020, and thankfully I’ve never had to use it. But still, it sits in my closet ready to…
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