Monthly Archives: March 2014

Mountain Spring

Posted on March 31, 2014 by rebeccatreeseed

My last frost date is in May and it has dropped below 20° recently. That is why I am surprised to see some of my wildflowers blooming already. My daffodils, iris, and daylilies are coming up. Last summer I collected … Continue reading →

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Dreaming of Self Sufficiency

Posted on March 31, 2014 by rebeccatreeseed

Identifying and using native plants is an important part of my desire to stop purchasing from the corporate food wagon. I have a particular horror of GMOs. My dad taught me a lot about native plants when I was young … Continue reading →

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New Mexico Food

Posted on March 29, 2014 by rebeccatreeseed

I am already crazy about New Mexico chile but what I really want is native plant food that was eaten by native folks before we showed up with packets of European seeds that require endless labor in this “New World.” … Continue reading →

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The Age of Money

Posted on March 28, 2014 by rebeccatreeseed

I live in the age of money. I have been recreating a career and working hard to gain promotions to earn more money. Seems to be working. Even better, I am thinking hard about how to live with less money. … Continue reading →

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