River Cooter (I don't name things, blame science)

Another random turtle picture (we didn't eat this one either). It's amazing how much protein a person can find wandering around the lawn or along the road. Oftentimes, keen observation of your immediate area is better than a trap or tromping through the woods with weapons.

Big fish

                                                   I once caught a fish this big!

Edible landscaping - Rose of Sharon & Hosta

Ohmmmmm!

My impersonation of one of those statues you see in cool people's yards. Beautiful surroundings inspire enlightenment. The picture is meant as humor, but this spot delivers on the pose. We are small in the world, but vital for our ability to experience it. Eden is everywhere for open eyes.

Fresnel lens

Baby primitive

My 19 month old son learning the basics of the bow drill fire making method.

Jerusalem Artichokes

The Jerusalem Artichokes (a.k.a. Sunchokes) reach skyward. Related to sunflowers, mine get about ten feet tall. The underground tubers are edible year round, but sweetest in the cold months. The leaves are high protein forage for our goats.