by Mt Gilead | Oct 1, 2023 | Master Gardener Musings
Composting, often heralded as nature’s own recycling system, stands at the fascinating intersection of science and what feels like magic. At its core, composting is the art of turning organic waste, like food scraps, leaves, and grass clippings, into...
by Mt Gilead | Sep 27, 2023 | MT. GILEAD
It’s probably not on your calendar, but September is Life Insurance Awareness Month. And that means it’s a good time to become more aware of the benefits of having life insurance — and the dangers of not having it. Unfortunately, confusion about some of the basic...
by Mt Gilead | Sep 24, 2023 | Master Gardener Musings
In our quest for sustainable food sources, homesteading without much acreage, and urban/suburban agriculture, aquaponics and hydroponics are leading the charge. Both are innovative farming techniques that defy traditional methods, emphasizing growth without soil....
by Mt Gilead | Sep 20, 2023 | MT. GILEAD
You’ll find some big differences between traditional and speculative investments — and knowing these differences can matter a great deal when you’re trying to reach your financial goals. To begin with, let’s look at the basic types of traditional and speculative...
by Mt Gilead | Sep 17, 2023 | Master Gardener Musings
Is there a secret to fending off those nasty ticks and other pests that plague us? Biodiversity might be one of the keys. While all life is precious, some creatures great or small can cause real health issues for humans, like the ticks that carry disease and the...
by Mt Gilead | Sep 13, 2023 | MT. GILEAD
When you retire, you’ll experience many changes — should one of them involve your living arrangements? The issue of downsizing is one that many retirees will consider. If you have children, and they’ve grown and left the home, you might find yourself with more space...
