Jessica Vaughan
I collect hobbies, try to spend as much time outdoors as possible and write words on all manner of topics, though in this medium anyway, I will keep my work from going too blue.
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Crops for Preserving, Canning and PicklingOnce the summer's over, you'll still want that fresh garden flavor, so plant some crops that can be preserved to carry you through the winter. -
Crops for Spring Planting and HarvestingYou don't have to wait until temperatures hit 70 degrees to get some early spring crops going in the garden. In fact, some crops even do better with a hit of frost before the warmers spring temps arrive. -
One of Those ThingsWhen he starts offering to do yard work for the neighbors, only his mom will truly know why and only his uncle will be truly proud.
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Time Line for Installing a BeehiveFrom sourcing your hive equipment to getting permits and ordering your bees, there are a few things to take care of before you can reap the benefits of an active hive. -
Good, Easy and Gag White Elephant Gifts for Any BudgetWhether you're the gag gift swapper, are trying to get rid of a giant cat candle or you want everyone to steal and trade for your White Elephant gift because it's so good, here are a few ideas for whatever budget you set.
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Winterize Your RunKeep from getting chapped hands, numb legs, frozen earlobes or windburned arms during your runs this winter. Also, don't fall down in the snow.
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Tour of the Amsterdam Flower MarketWhile your tulips may say "Product of Holland" on the package, bulbs of all varieties originate in Holland and a wide variety are sold in the "World's Only Floating Flower Market" in Amsterdam. -
How to Track Your Garden's HarvestsUse this method to understand the actual value of your homegrown produce and know how much you're really saving by growing your own. -
Uses for Your Abundance of LemonsWinter is citrus season in the warmer parts of the US and dealing with the abundance of fruit on a healthy lemon tree can be daunting. Try these ideas for using your lemons wisely.
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When and How to Plant Bare Root Fruit TreesBuying fruit trees as bare root lets you choose from a wider variety of trees and save a little money at the same time.
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NaNoWriMo - One Strategy for WinningNovember is National Novel Writing Month, wherein a bunch of crazies around the world set out to win NaNoWriMo by writing 50,000 words before month end.
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Local Foods in San Jose, CA: A Review of the Live Earth Farm CSA ProgramFor those who are looking to subscribe to a community-supported agriculture program, Live Earth Farm is one of the programs available to residents of San Jose, CA. -
Tips for Prepping Vegetable Beds for WinterRemembering a few things when putting your summer vegetable garden to bed for winter can help prepare the soil for a productive and healthy spring.Also published on:
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Replace Your Lawn with an Urban MeadowNative grasses, wildflowers and low water perennials can turn a water greedy monoscape into a vibrant and inviting space for birds, butterflies and you. Plus, you won't have to mow it every Saturday morning.Also published on: -
Garden to-do list for fall in San Jose, CaliforniaThere are a few things you can do in your garden this fall for it to make the most use of winter rains and cooler weather, so that when spring comes, everything springs back to life and is established to face a warm summer. -
Tips for a Great Time at Oktoberfest in MunichTraveling to another continent or country for a festival as boisterous as Oktoberfest in Munich can be fantastic or it can be a disaster. Here are a few tips to help you have a great time. -
How to Can TomatoesHot water canning is a great way to preserve ripe tomatoes for use in the winter, when fresh tomatoes are nonexistent, and tomatoes offer an easy entry into the world of canning and preserving. -
Runners, Get Ready for Your First RaceThe nitty gritty details are what make you nervous as you get ready to run your first race, but if you know what to expect and how to prepare, you can show up at the starting chute ready to run strong. -
San Jose, California Races for Runners of All LevelsFor those looking to get in a race around the San Jose area, here are a few races of a variety of distances to suit your training level.
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Landscaping with perennial vegetables in San Jose, CAIf you're looking to plant a multi-purpose garden that looks beautiful and produces food year-round, perennial vegetables, herbs and trees are the way to go. -
Review of the Enell Sports BraIf running and other high-impact activities have you doubling up your tops and still feeling the pain, Enell has a solution for you, albeit an ugly one.
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Contribute to San Jose's Fallen Fruit MapSan Jose has a collaborative fallen fruit map, to which you can contribute your own local public fruit tree findings. -
How to replace a dead or dying street tree in San JoseIf you need to remove your street tree because it is dying or dead, you are required to follow a few San Jose regulations before you can replace it.
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What to Do with Garden-Produce Abundance in San Jose, CaliforniaIf you've come to your wit's end trying to offload your burgeoning garden's produce on your neighbors, here are four ideas that can put your homegrown vegetables to good use.
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Tips for New RunnersOnce you've been cleared by your doctor to take up running for fitness, there are a few things you can do to keep yourself running and enjoying it.
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5 Gardening Facts Your Mom Never Told YouFind out where to plant your strawberries, how to prepare garlic for planting, how many tomatillo plants you need, how long to keep parsley and more uses for the nasturtium running rampant in your garden. In case your mom hasn't told you yet.