New Mexico: There are alot more mountains and red clay soil here. There are also lots of green bushes and trees. Some of the trees look like Palo Verde (Green Stick) which is the state tree of Arizona so I was surprised to see them but of course a tree doesn't have to be exclusive to one state to be the state tree. Unfortunately there was a lot of construction on I-40 through here so I was mildly annoyed for much of the drive. The kids also started getting restless. We stopped in Moriarty, 3o … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2006
A New Type of CSA -Backyard Gardener
I just came across a very interesting idea that takes on the idea of a CSA and mixes it up a bit. It is called Your Backyard Farmer. Apparently the owner, Donna, got a degree in horticulture so that she could operate her own CSA farm (community supported agriculture) and be a part of the sustainability movement. The skyrocketing price of land though, made that dream difficult to realize. BUT still determined, she developed a business model that overcomes the land issue and is now providing … [Read more...]
The Journey – Oklahoma thru Texas
Oklahoma: Lots of hay and lots of cows here. The references to Will Rogers are also plentiful. The kids have a lot of fun looking for cows and the occasional herd of horses. Our route takes us through Tulsa and Oklahoma City. We stopped for the night in Tulsa and swam in the hotel pool again. All in all, I like Oklahoma a lot. I think I wouldn't mind living in Oklahoma or Missouri. I loved the fact that I saw so many free-range, grass fed cows. I am sure the beef is much better then that … [Read more...]
Organic Fashion that Looks Good Enough to Eat
The contest, Fashion Entrée was hosted by Capers Community Market in vancouver. The mandatory ingredient was natural, sustainable materials. The goal was to create a wearable piece of clothing inspired by or incorporating organic foods. Corrina Suveges took first place with her Salad Dress. Reminiscent of a celery stalk, this body-hugging evening gown is made of organic-cotton sateen. The bikinilike bust emulates two leaves of radicchio, and the mermaid hemline has layers of wild-greensshaped … [Read more...]
My First Oncology Appointment
I went for my first oncology appointment yesterday. I really like Dr. Halepota and his office is right inside the cancer center which is more like a fancy resort then a medical center. It has serenity fountains, reflection courtyards, upscale boutiques that sell wigs, scarves, knitted hats, clothing, etc. It is amazing. The part that was a little upsetting was the fact that all of the other patients I saw looked SO sick! Seeing all the bald heads, pale faces, and bodies with huge red ulcers and … [Read more...]
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