by Mt Gilead | Jan 3, 2024 | MT. GILEAD
John B. Marek is a writer, farmer, outdoorsman and recovering economic developer. You can find his books at johnbmarek.com. The window on the mountain is absolutely closed today as more seasonal winter temperatures spread across the Blue Ridge after a pleasantly mild...
by Mt Gilead | Dec 31, 2023 | Master Gardener Musings
Gardens change costumes with the seasons, offering a year-round spectacle. Creating year-round garden interest is about understanding the cycle of seasons and choosing plants that will bloom in succession, providing constant color and texture. To begin, envision your...
by Mt Gilead | Dec 24, 2023 | Master Gardener Musings
If you want to start a garden bed and never have before, it’s not as hard as you might think. First, location is paramount. Your new garden bed will need a spot that receives ample sunlight (at least six to eight hours a day) unless you plan to plant something that...
by Mt Gilead | Dec 20, 2023 | MT. GILEAD
Who knows where the time goes? We’ve reached the end of another year, so it’s appropriate to reflect on the nature of time and how it affects us. And time certainly is a key element in the pursuit of your financial goals. As an investor, time can be your greatest...
by Mt Gilead | Dec 19, 2023 | MT. GILEAD
John B. Marek is a writer, farmer, outdoorsman and recovering economic developer. You can find his books at johnbmarek.com. The window on the mountain is presumably closed and locked. I am actually in The ‘Ville (Statesville) today, spreading a little...
