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Clean up the environment with false teeth and cigarette butts

Wednesday, September 8th, 2010

By Marilyn Zink False teeth and cigarette butts have more in common than you might think.
They’re just some of the items discovered in the Great Canadian Shoreline Clean-up.You just never know what unusual items you will find as a participat in the shoreline cleanup. Some of the more unusual items found inthe past include a message […]

Eat, Love Italy, Don’t Overdo It

Wednesday, August 11th, 2010

By Marilyn Zink 
Quick now, what do you think about when you think of Italy.
I`m guessing you said pasta, right?
I`m thinking of basil, pesto, olive oil and sundried tomatoes. 
I`m also thinking of making some herb-infused oil with basil. I have this sweet tasting basil growing in a huge half barrel in our yard with tomatoes […]

Stress Relief is just a Phone Call Away

Thursday, July 15th, 2010

By Marilyn Zink
Everyone experiences stress and I mean everyone - even plants!
You can tell a plant is stressed when it’s leaves droop - either because it’s just been moved or because it’s not getting enough water or nutrients.
But I’m here to talk about stress people experience - whether it’s from moving (that’s a biggie) financial […]

How to Plan an Herb Garden

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

By Marilyn Zink
Just as the foundation of a house is important in constructing the house, so is planning an herb garden.
When you take the time to plan an herb garden, you will be rewarded later on.
While it may take some time, thought and effort to plan the herb garden, it will also save you headaches when […]

Create Your Herbal Sanctuary

Thursday, May 20th, 2010

By Marilyn Zink 
I was relaxing in my chair, looking at my herb garden the other day thinking – this is nice.It was a sunny afternoon, the birds were chirping and it was just a nice place to be, a herbal sanctuary.
And I thought about all the people who would benefit from learning how to create […]