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This is my broccoli. As you can see, they're growing and happy. Meanwhile, the rest of my patch is awaiting new plants for the spring crop.




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Posted by Michael Levin on February 8, 2010 at 4:00pm

Michael Levin

How to Make Kombucha


These "Instructables" videos are great! No muss, no fuss. I wish I'd seen them to begin with, but it's really so much fun discovering how-to yourself, the way I went has been fine.… Continue

Posted by Michael Levin on February 7, 2010 at 10:00am

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Houston, we have Kombucha!

Kombucha: do we have mold?



Wow! It worked! I was a little concerned when I saw the Kombucha after about 2 weeks because there was an irregular film on top. The photo below, from the Wikipedia Kombucha articleContinue

Posted by Michael Levin on February 7, 2010 at 2:30am

Michael Levin

Juicers, Beauty and Living a Life of Integrity and Joy

Imperial Golden Harvest 9901 Juicer

My guitar teacher turned me on to the wonders of juicing. I'd drop by for a lesson and he'd say "Hey, you want something to drink?" He had a juicer that looked like it was commercial, and a press too. He'd make some delic… Continue

Posted by Michael Levin on February 6, 2010 at 10:00am

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INSPIRATION FOR THE SEVENTH ANNUAL WISE WOMAN'S FESTIVAL

THE SEVENTH ANNUAL WISE WOMAN'S FESTIVAL
APRIL 9-11 near GAINESVILLE



Since 2003, we women have yet to change the world into a place of Peace, Justice, and Healing. We will take the opportunity of the Wise Woman's Festival to gather again to put our wisest and best efforts towards that end. If anything, the need for peace and healing is more dire than ever before in our lives. Through spirited work and play, we will join together once more to re… Continue

Posted by Flash Silvermoon on February 5, 2010 at 6:10pm

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Learning your way around Zoobird

Zoobird is a social network. It's got blogs, forums, groups, personal pages and more! You might think of it as a funky camper van with lots of compartments for your stuff and a great multimedia system, too! Best of all, Zoobird has room for all of your friends.


When you create a profile for yourself on Zoobird you get a personal page automatically. That's where you can be creative and d
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Created by Michael Levin Jun 7, 2008 at 7:12pm. Last updated by Michael Levin Jan 6.

New Zoobird Features

There is a new feature for you here at Zoobird. Now, you can see who is online and chat using the chat tool. You can set preferences with chat so that you are visible or invisible to others. And, you can make your chats public or private. 

There is also some very beautiful, thought provoking music from Los Bros featuring my friend
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Created by Michael Levin Nov 17, 2008 at 10:46am. Last updated by Michael Levin Feb. 9, 2009.

Zoobird Bumper Stickers


We just got some Zoobird bumper stickers. They were made by Phat Al's crew, by hand at T Shirts, Signs and More on 811 W. University Ave, just next to Recycled Bicycles right here in Gainesville, FL. 
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Created by Michael Levin Jun 15, 2008 at 4:51pm. Last updated by Michael Levin Jun. 20, 2008.

The organic farming revolution...


"People will tell you the organic farming revolution that's taking place is about food safety or ecolgical concerns, but I think if you dig down deep, you'll find that the revolution is really about what people are missing in their lives: good food and a connection to the land, both of which puts us in touch with basic spiritual values."

from The Sun Magazine: "Earthly Delights, Cultivating a new Agricultural Revolution: An Interview with Michael Abelman", by Arnie Cooper, June 2003

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Gardening - Seasons

You can talk about gardening in all its glory here. Anything and everything is welcome.

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Juice

For some food lovers, the whole world revolves around juicing. Others go for whole foods. If you're somewhere to the right of whole foods, this is the spot!

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Travel

Hostels are my thing. Next to Westies and tents, the three are my favorites. But. there's a time and place for Luxury you can Afford, as Bonnie Raitt said. All things in between go here.

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Health

We try to take care of ourselves, but we need to be careful that our efforts to be healthy aren't misguided.

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Gardening - Fertilizers and Insecticides

Want to feed those little sprouts? Protect them from bugs? Wonder what BT is? This is the place to talk about it.

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Life

In all its glory... This is about your day to day. This is why we work. Or, do we live to work? You decide. Here.

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Gardening - Your First Organic Garden

You've got to start somewhere. How deep do you plant those seeds? How often do you water? When's the best time to plant? Got a tip? Wonder about an urban legend?

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Gardening - Flowers

What's a butterfly garden? How do you prepare sunflower seeds for snack food? What flowers need the least attention?

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Gardening - Herbs

Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme...

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Gardening - Composting

How do you create the ideal compost heap? What can you put in it? What's not recommended? Ask and answer those questions about composting here.

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Michael Levin added a discussion to the group Brew Zoo
Wow! It worked! I was a little concerned when I saw the Kombucha after about 2 weeks because there was an irregular film on top. The photo below, from the Wikipedia Kombucha article leads me to believe the film on my Kombucha is normal. I'm pretty…
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These are my broccoli's. As you can see, they're growning and happy. Meanwhile, the rest of my patch is awaiting new plants for the spring crop. Here's what the local feed and seed store suggests for spring planting. Our community garden is a…
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These "Instructables" videos are great! No muss, no fuss. I wish I'd seen them to begin with, but it's really so much fun discovering how-to yourself, the way I went has been fine. Here's part 2 of the Instructables. Notice Tim says if there's…
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this water comes in handy in watering the plants,trying to cut down on bills,thats something to look into purifying rainwater..catching the water its right beside the plants,saves a walk to the water hose sometime,all seems to work out.hope to get b…
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Yes I was one of the first woofers to work with micheal on his project there in bristol,me and another woofer a female friend from the carolinias back in 2006,learned a lot from micheal,consider him a friend,we just had different ways of viewing lif…
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Well the sun is surely sinking down But the moon is slowly rising So this old world must still be spinning round And I still love you (chorus) So close your eyes You can close your eyes, it's all right I don't know no love songs And I can't sing t…
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Michael Levin added a discussion to the group Zoobird Juice Lovers
My guitar teacher turned me on to the wonders of juicing. I'd drop by for a lesson and he'd say "Hey, you want something to drink?" He had a juicer that looked like it was commercial, and a press too. He'd make some delicious juices, usually with c…
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I called our local organic grocer, Ward's, and asked whether they had Kombucha. The person who answered transfererred me to WJ Jennings, who works in the natural foods section. He said "Do you want to buy it or make it?" I knew I got the right pers…
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Mycol Stevens has beautiful lemongrass plants growing at his place, which he calls Finca Mycol. He grabbed a handful and stuffed it in a pot. He lit a wood fire and boiled it in some water we hauled up from his hand dug reservoir. Delicious! Then,…
on Saturday
What are you going to plant? I'm reading "Possum Living", by Dolly Freed which was a popular book in the 70's and just reprinted. Freed suggests thinking about what's most sensible to grow. For example, she says potatoes are so cheap it's hardl…
on Saturday
Noel, we have so much water in Florida that it's natural to think "why collect something so abundant?" It's similar to think "why collect kitchen scraps for the compost pile?" What I have learned in this community gardening adventure is that everyth…
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Flash Silvermoon added a blog post
THE SEVENTH ANNUAL WISE WOMAN'S FESTIVAL APRIL 9-11 near GAINESVILLE Since 2003, we women have yet to change the world into a place of Peace, Justice, and Healing. We will take the opportunity of the Wise Woman's Festival to gather again to put ou…
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Masticating Juicer

A masticating juicer is the answer to every juicing problem. Because it operates on the mastication process, this type of juicer chews the fibers and breaks up the cells of vegetables and fruits. This give you more fiber, enzymes, vitamins and trace minerals. This all results in the darker, richer color of the juice and a sweeter, richer more full-bodied flavor.

Kennedy Space Center Hotels - Find hotels near Kennedy Space Center, FL!

If you're thinking of coming to Florida to visit the many community gardens or see a liftoff, check this website info on lodging.

Bike Books

This website has several very useful books on bikes and bike maintenance.

Omega 9000 Juicer

I have one of these! I just bought it on craigslist, but it's called a "Imperial Golden Harvest 9901" - I think it's the same thing. If you like juicing, join the Zoobird Juice Lovers group.

Is there such a thing as the best juicer?

This article has great tips about juicing.

I Can See Clearly Now tabs and lyrics

I can see clearly now the rain is gone I can see all obstacles in my way Gone all the dark clouds that made me blind It's gonna be a bright, (bright) bright, (bright) sun shiny day

How to make your own Kombucha-Tea

This recipe is referenced by Wikipedia.

Juicing - the Vegan Street Guide

Why juice? Juicing is a fabulous way to assimilate and absorb the maximum nutritional content of fruits and vegetables.

Watch Earthlings

Earthlings is a documentary that will forever change the way you look at your food and make you think about things you always chose to ignore.

79 Guerciotti

This is the most beautiful Guerciotti you'll ever see. Period.

Park Tool Website

Bicycle Repair How-To DIY site. Recommended by Bill Hannahs of the Zoobird Bike Zoo

Ode on Indolence

One morn before me were three figures seen, With bowed necks, and joined hands, side-faced; And one behind the other stepp'd serene, In placid sandals, and in white robes graced...

Collards add color -- and nutrients -- to meatless rice and beans | FOODday - OregonLive.com

I must have been a Southerner in another life. Although I grew up in the great dairy state of Wisconsin, my palate leans toward the zesty, hearty food of the South. Take rice and beans. At first glance, it's just a humble, economical dish, but take another look and you'll find it's a nutritional superstar, too. The combo contains all the essential amino acids and loads of fiber and iron.

Green gardening | Homes & Gardens - OregonLive.com

Circle the answer that most closely describes your gardening practices. Then read more about natural gardening in the attached stories. 1. Amending soil has never been high on your priority list. 2. You amended your soil at planting time but haven't followed up on it . 3. You add organic material to your soil once a year. Learn more: Easy...

Dulcy Mahar: Study your garden's bones | OregonLive.com

February is a month of "nose to ground" vigilance, when gardeners walk around looking down to see what's springing up. It's just darn exhilarating to see little green things springing out of the earth. Tempting as it is, this narrow focus on what's poking up can distract us from looking up to take in our gardens as a whole. This is our last chance to take in the so-called bones of our gardens before everything starts leafing out and obscuring the actual layout. Then we'll be goners in the thrill of watching early-flowering trees and shrubs burst into bloom.


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