Newspaper about to be added on top of the topsoil to stabilize it over the winter.

It’s soil science! October 30 to November 1, 2026.

The post describes various gardening techniques and resources used in creating a raised garden bed, emphasizing the use of materials like cardboard, straw, and punky firewood for water retention and soil health. Its ultimate purpose is to to enhance garden productivity on marginal land. (((AI generated, human vetted)))

Paul is wearing a customized pylon on his head.

Oversized knitted blankets. Ridiculous Halloween Costumes (At The OSFM). October 31st Rock Farm Report.

What’s one thing you own that holds deep sentimental value? First, a reminder to my readers (and subscribers to my blog). WDIS? What does it say?WDIM? What does it mean?GRATITUDE = If you're reading this blog, thank you. I do this activity to help me process what's going on in my life.Some might wonder why … Continue reading Oversized knitted blankets. Ridiculous Halloween Costumes (At The OSFM). October 31st Rock Farm Report.

Being Teacher Man.

Frank McCourt wrote a 2005 memoir about being a high school teacher. It resonated with me. Thank you for trusting your teenagers with me!

Socially acceptable hydrant sniffing. April 20 Farm Report.

How do you use social media? Self-promotion, without self-aggrandizement. Checking in with current pop/pulp culture. Assess the local gossip. Oh, and looking at cat pictures & drawing on walls! Memes… don’t forget the witty word play. 2025 EASTER Sunday Rock Farm Report Both TS and I pick up on the spiritual uptick this Easter long … Continue reading Socially acceptable hydrant sniffing. April 20 Farm Report.

1970 and a January 1st Rock Ranch Report

1970 was had Canada declare martial law in Quebec, various countries launched their first artificial satellites and, the Beatles imploded. Paul also provides a bunkie build update.

Core beliefs and Sunday farming update.

What principles define how you live? Am I making order from chaos? DEEP ECOLOGY. Am I content and self-aware? HEADSPACE. LIVING. Am I living with dignity? QUALITY OF MIND & LIFE. October 13, 2024 Images From Our Forest Garden. PN & TS assembled a sieve to process marginal topsoil. It’s time to plant those root-bound … Continue reading Core beliefs and Sunday farming update.

I’m remembering 9/11 my own way. Wednesday’s (2024) farm update.

Today's date marks an event that shook North America awake. We observed this event at our forest-farm.

Updates from the (proto) farm…

My project manager is keeping the site neat, however, it IS an active construction site. Gate closed? Call us before entering. Trespassers will be persecuted. (You’ve been warned).

Two (2) excavators on site

Big machines in site. Take care!

Hello, product placement? Marketing data-miners?… …

What brands does a semi-retired professional support? Construction site update.

Take care of my soil!

Soil science and protecting our biodiverse property.