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Anxiety, gardening and the fine art of mindfulness
I recently discussed the various ways I manage my anxiety (see here: Living with anxiety: riding out the storm (mrvintageman.com). One of the best mental health tools at my disposal I have found to be is the practice of mindfulness. … Continue reading
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The best Xeriscape books for Western gardeners
If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need. Marcus Tullius Cicero Xeriscaping has unfortunately acquired a bit of a bad reputation amongst the masses. Sometimes called “zeroscape” by its detractors, the waterwise style of garden … Continue reading
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Update on the front yard waterwise renovation: it’s done!
The front yard conversion from lawn to waterwise landscaping has been completed at the Vintage ranch. This project has consumed almost all of my free time. I haven’t been reading, or riding my bike or, as you might have noticed, … Continue reading
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