New Life Journal back issues from June 2002:
From the editor.(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002; ... Gardening has saved my life. Okay, perhaps that's a little dramatic, but it definitely saves my perspective. In the morning, when I get out of bed, I go outside and down the steps of my deck to stand in my garden and drink in the day. The smell of the rich earth and the small sounds of ...
The joys of heirloom gardening: Jim Veteto takes us back to our roots with old-fashioned vegetable varieties.(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002; ... As I look around the garden here at the Arthur Morgan School on a beautiful May morning, the variety of color and leaf structure in the early season section of our garden gives me great satisfaction. In one row, the green and red paint-splash colored plants of the Hyper Red Rumple lettuce, ...
Biotech in our backyard: from committees to cover-ups, Cindy Burda explores the biotech industry's recent history and big plans for WNC.(Western North Carolina)
Jun 01, 2002; ... On a gorgeous Friday this past Spring, a group of folks calling themselves the Steering Committee to Strengthen Biotechnology in Western North Carolina unveiled their plan to make WNC a tempting destination for the companies that study plant and animal molecular structure for the purposes ...
Support your community by buying local: Charlie Jackson's how-to guide for finding the freshest down-home fruits and veggies.
Jun 01, 2002; ... Why buy local? Many New Life Journal readers understand that buying the healthiest and most sustainable food is the best thing they can do for their families. When you think of produce, the best choice is organically grown, right? Well, the answer may not be so black and white. ...
WNC CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture).(Western North Carolina)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002 ... For a list of tailgate and farmers markets see page 9 for WNC and page 19 for North Georgia. <Pre> Ambrosia Farms Marshall, Madison County Contact: Jenifer Miller, Will Osborne Phone: 828-689-4505 Address: 526 Fisher Branch Rd., Marshall, NC 28753 E-mail: ...
Tailgate market fever! WNC tailgate markets are growing up all over.(Western North Carolina)(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002; ... Western North Carolina is experiencing a renaissance of tailgate markets. As in days past when farmers weekly carried their produce to local communities to sell, markets are springing up all over western North Carolina. Throughout our mountains, there are over thirty tailgate markets with ...
NC tailgate markets.(North Carolina)
Jun 01, 2002 ... For a list of Georgia tailgate and farmers markets see page 19. BUNCOMBE COUNTY Black Mountain Tailgate Market What: A community market featuring locally grown produce, Jake's Farm certified organic, garden plants and berry plants, hostas and other ...
How organic is organic? What the new federal regulations mean for consumers; Deirdre Birmingham of Georgia Organics explores the new meaning of certified organic.
Jun 01, 2002; ... Organics is going mainstream as evidenced by the increasing presence of organic products in major supermarkets. It comes as no surprise that the USDA now regulates commercial use of the term "organic." What will this mean for consumers buying organics, whether at supermarkets, natural food ...
Sustainable agriculture 101: exploring the basics with the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association.(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002; ... What is sustainable agriculture? In the literal sense, it is the ability to sustain an agrarian culture. In other words, our culture is agrarian at its foundation, farmers provide the raw materials that feed and clothe us all, and our ability to sustain this culture is critical to its ...
The home remedy garden: Lydia Dalton and Judi Wagner teach you how to grow your own medicine.
Jun 01, 2002; ... We are very lucky at this time in history that there is so much information available to the home gardener concerning the cultivation and use of medicinal herbs. Recognizing how important it is to harmonize with the seasons and to work together with the cycles of nature, we weave ...
Cultivating the seeds of awareness with children's gardens: Daron Joffe and Josh Eisenberg create enchanted gardens for kids.(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002; ... Every flower of every tomorrow is in the seeds of today.--Chinese Proverb Gardens are a wonderful way for children to learn how to work with each other and the natural world. Integrating a garden into a school, camp, religious institution, community center or home will enhance ...
How to make a sunflower house: enjoy the wonder and beauty of this sunflower house by Daron Joffe!(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002; ... <Pre> INGREDIENTS 1 seed packet 12-foot Russian Mammoth sunflowers 1 seed packet 6-8 foot Joker, Valentine, and/or Velvet Queen sunflowers 1 seed packet 1-to 3-foot Big Smile, Elf, and/or Teddy Bear sunflowers 1 seed packet Heavenly Blue morning glories 1 seed packet Suyo ...
Growing biodynamically.
Jun 01, 2002; ... Saturday mornings during the growing season will find a small group of farmers selling their produce at a garden and gift shop called Featherwood. This gathering in Cleveland, Georgia might not seem unusual at first sight, but you won't find your everyday road-side produce here. The ...
GA tailgate markets.(Georgia)(Brief Article)(Directory)
Jun 01, 2002 ... For a list of NC tailgate farmers markets see page 9. Please check Georgia Organics website (www.georgiaorganics.org) under the Market tab for current information and other market locations. Please call the Georgia Organics hotline at 770-621-4642 to add your market to this list ...
New Life events Georgia.(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002 ... ABOUT NEW LIFE EVENTS Check out newlifeevents.com online for even more events, updated daily. Enter your events in New Life events for $25 each (up to 35 words), or visit newlifeevents.com for BIG discounts when you sign up for multiple listings. Our online calendar is ...
Growing healthy communities through urban gardening.
Jun 01, 2002; ... The notion that cities are removed from the natural rhythm of the seasons is pervasive. We think of cities as industrial, unnatural places, where all our food has to be trucked in from "out in the country." We forget that people have always grown food in cities, kept animals, and directly ...
Gardening in small spaces: live in town? Elizabeth Ur's small gardening tips will keep you in fresh veggies all year long.(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002; ... Don't think you have the space for a garden? Many seed catalogs feature varieties that are bred for small size plots--and organic too! My first garden was the three-foot by six-foot space under my living room window at a ground floor apartment. There in front of the ...
Gardening with water: Heather and Jason Griffis explore the basics and benefits of soil-less gardening.(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002; ... When you think of hydroponics, scientists in lab coats or Disney World's exhibit at EPCOT may come to mind. Then you may think that this technology is brand new and that you need to be a botanist to successfully garden hydroponically. Actually, hydroponics can be traced as far back as ...
The magic of yoga: Jenifer Vaughan interviews yoga master Rodney Yee for New Life Journal. (Breath & Movement).(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002; ... If I were to ask them how many different postures you took today, most people would say, `Well I sat down and I sort of squirmed when I'm sitting, so I sit in many different postures. I may stand up every so often, and I may walk. And I may drive and I may sleep,'" says Rodney Yee, ...
Yoga for gardeners: reverse gardeners back with these backbends from Karen M. Thomson, RYT.
Jun 01, 2002; ... As the weather gets warmer and days longer, the outdoors beckon many of us to come outside and plant anything from tomatoes and green beans to impatiens and roses in hopes of harvesting fresh vegetables and beautiful, colorful flowers. Often that much bending and squatting results in hurt ...
Life food nutrition: Dr. Susan Senzon explains the raw power of this high-electrolyte nutrition system. (New Recipes).
Jun 01, 2002; ... There are many schools of nutrition available to the health conscious person. As more and more people become vegetarian, the quest for the ultimate way of healthful eating becomes paramount. How does one know that their food choices are excellent? There are so many systems out there, which ...
Interview with David Jubb.
Jun 01, 2002; ... Dr. David Jubb was the scientific advisor to live foods expert and internationally-acclaimed author Anne Wigmore. Based in New York City, Dr. Jubb and his wife, Annie, have been teaching workshops and classes for 24 years in many aspects of healing, including fasting and "life food." Life ...
Chipboard: not all it has chipped up to be. (Sustainability).
Jun 01, 2002; ... In the mid 80s, the timber industry ran into the Pacific Ocean on their century long swath of destruction across America. While some blamed a spotted owl, the simple fact remains that over-consumption and industry over-cutting had found them at the end of the frontier. The industries then ...
Green building Q & A: John Senechal answers commonly asked questions about building and renovating with health and environment in mind.(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002; ... Q. I know that we can use solar electricity for some sites in this area, but are there other alternative energy options that will work in the Southeast, like wind or water power? A. Solar electricity works best in a sunny environment, of course. The solar climate for the ...
Say no to biotech in our backyard. (Take Action!).(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002 ... By Pure Food Partners Biotech foods, genetically engineered foods, genetically modified foods and Frankenfoods are names for the scientifically created foods that we are all eating today. Up to 85% of prepared foods on grocery store shelves have been genetically altered. Common ...
Tinkering the staff of life: Jill Colleen Yarnall stays GMO-free with a simple southern treat. (New Recipes).(genetically modified organisms)(Recipe)
Jun 01, 2002; ... Cornbread has been a staple on American tables for generations. From pones baked up in cast iron skillets in the Appalachians to loaves laced with spicy peppers in the Southeast, cornbread has been the staff of life for many families. But today, key ingredients vital to making such simple ...
Natural and non-toxic skin care: Anita Shannon deciphers the labels on body care products. (Women's Health).
Jun 01, 2002; ... How do we know what is in the products that we are using in our daily maintenance routines? From household cleaners and detergents to our personal care products, label language is becoming more difficult to decipher and is often misleading. Examining the ingredient listing is also a ...
New Life events Carolinas.(Brief Article)
Jun 01, 2002 ... JUNE 11, 2002 Asheville: Traditional Mexican Foods--Vegetarian Style: Stephaine Oder will teach this cooking class featuring dishes like Sweet Corn Tamales. Cost is $15.00, but Earth Fare will give $10.00 in gift certificates. Pre-registration required. Call 828-253-7656 ...
New Life directory.
Jun 01, 2002 ... Ahimki Center for Wholeness, specializing in acupuncture, Chinese massage, bioenergetics, and acupressure. 2110 Austell, Marietta GA 30008, 770-438-8970. Atlanta National Hypnotherapy Institute. Certification from the school authorized by NPPSEC of Georgia. Day/evening classes. ...