While tending my garden, I spotted something odd – a patch of soil dotted with tiny white spheres. Curious, I crouched down for a closer look. They were perfectly round, smooth, and glistening, like miniature pearls scattered in the dirt. At first, I thought they might be bits of plastic or decorative beads, but they … Read more
I’ve always had a love affair with basil. It has such an amazing, fresh scent and is perfect for making dishes like Italian pesto or Thai green curry. One problem I encountered was my garden would never produce enough to keep up with the demand of these recipes- until one day when my friend revealed … Read more
Powdery mildew is a common issue for zinnia growers, especially in the initial days of planting. While there are popular ways to combat the issue, most of them require the use of store-bought fungicides that are full of harmful chemicals. Even though the fungicides do work pretty well, they can often end up harming the annual in … Read more
Do You Wake Up Between 3 and 5 in the Morning? “It Could Be a Sign of Spiritual Awakening.” You are sleeping peacefully when, suddenly, you open your eyes and the clock shows between 3 and 5 in the morning. You try to fall back asleep, but your mind is filled with thoughts that won’t … Read more
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is not only about dealing with occasional joint discomfort. It means managing an unpredictable autoimmune condition that can make even simple movements, from getting out of bed to ending the day, feel challenging. Here is a closer look at the everyday difficulties people with RA may face, along with … Read more
Tired of Waking Up With Painful Leg Cramps? Here’s What May Help If You Often Get Leg Cramps At Night, Your Body May Be Warning You Waking up in the middle of the night with a sudden, painful leg cramp can be both frustrating and alarming. For many people, these cramps happen occasionally and disappear … Read more
Many people choose orchids as houseplants because of their exquisite beauty and intricate patterns. These beautiful flowers are notoriously picky about when they bloom, despite their widespread acclaim. While there are a number of tried-and-true methods for getting orchids to bloom, a little-known approach is making waves in the gardening community: all it takes is … Read more
Multiplying your favorite plants by rooting cuttings in water is a rewarding and cost-effective process. However, some plant cuttings can take weeks to show any signs of life, and others simply rot before they ever grow a single root. While many people turn to synthetic rooting hormone powders from the store, you can achieve faster, … Read more
Every gardener knows the frustration of weeds. They pop up between driveway cracks, take over garden paths, and steal water and space from the plants you actually want to grow. When faced with a stubborn weed problem, many people reach for commercial weed killers. However, those store-bought bottles often come with warning labels about health … Read more
Ingredients 1 pre-made pie crust (9-inch) 1 cup sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1 cup water 1 box (3 oz) strawberry Jell-O 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved Whipped cream, for serving Instructions see continuation on next page
