Dangerously organic!
- Blog Posts (182)
- Discussions (27)
- Events (4)
- Groups (46)
- Photos (885)
- Photo Albums (6)
- Videos (19)
Music
Michael Levin's Groups
-
Organic African Cooking…
1 member
-
Community Supported Agri…
3 members
-
What's New at Zoobird
1 member
-
Quality Zoo
2 members
-
Pepper Zoo
8 members
Michael Levin's Discussions
WWOOFing in the Ozarks
Replied Jan. 24, 2009
Environmental concerns, solutions, and ideas
Replied Dec. 16, 2008
Michael Levin's Events
My writing elsewhere...
Loading feed
Mike Levin's Page
Latest Activity
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…
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…
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…
Wow! It worked! I was a little concern
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
Profile Information
- What is your main interest(s)? All of these questions are optional!
- Organic Gardening, Vegetarian Cooking, Sustainable Lifestyles, Mind:::Body:::Spirit, Bicycles, Poetry, Helping others, Alternative Energy
- If you have an interest not mentioned above, you can note it here.
- Photography, creative writing, travel. I'm hooked on John Nichols novels.
- Do you have a website?
- http://www.swampcast.com
- Anything you'd like to tell about yourself?
- A little about me: http://tinyurl.com/22u237
John Nichols novel "The Empanada Brotherhood" was a whole, little world that occurred in Greenwich Village. I just went there for a surprise birthday present.
Listen to your favorite music on Zoobird with Gainesville's own Grooveshark!
Michael Levin's Photos
Michael Levin's Videos
-
H2Oh No!
Added by Michael Levin
-
Edible Weeds
Added by Michael Levin
-
Yoga Instruction
Added by Michael Levin
Michael Levin's Blog
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 on February 7, 2010 at 10:00am —
Houston, we have Kombucha!
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… Continue
Posted on February 7, 2010 at 2:30am —
Juicers, Beauty and Living a Life of Integrity and Joy
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 on February 6, 2010 at 10:00am —
Kombucha: We May Have a Problem...
Here's my first batch. If you have ideas, there's a discussion here, in the Camillia Sinensis group. Hmmmm....stay tuned!
Posted on February 5, 2010 at 11:00am —
Comment Wall (84 comments)
- At 7:57pm on January 19, 2010,
Saroj Earl said… - I'd love to hear what you learn from WJ. I've been culturing kombucha for give or take 20 years. I got me a system. In the cold months, the fermentation process takes a little longer but, generally, I have a fresh gallon batch ready every couple weeks - the perfect amount for me to have a cup of kombucha daily.
- At 2:44pm on December 31, 2009,
Elin Ahlander said… - Happy new year from Sweden!
- At 7:11pm on December 18, 2009,
Elizabeth Isom said…
- What is McRorie? I'm new to town. I've spent over an hour on the web trying to find info on the home van and how to volunteer. Now I've found Arupa's page but I'm still not finding out how to volunteer nor do I see the link for the newsletter. Hmmmm Any suggestions???
- At 1:34pm on December 17, 2009,
Neal Campbell said… - Hey thanks Mike! Diggin the site!
- At 11:02am on December 14, 2009,
Racine Ba said… - Gracias. Urban mandala is indeed a very appropriate title
- At 11:40am on November 27, 2009,
Jennifer said… - Hi Mike! Thank you for all your comments! The painting with the hand and the fish has the Blue Ridge Mountains in the background and a snake crawling through the mountains and up my arm. I hope you have a beautiful holiday weekend!
- At 8:24pm on October 8, 2009,
Carol Ann Brooks said…
- Right now, I don't have a garden, but I live in an apartment building for seniors (I can't believe I'm old enough. Where did the time go?) and the management has promised to dig up a sunny spot for us to have an organic garden. There are quite a few residents here who like to dig in the dirt and grow our own veggies. So, I can't wait. It will be nice not to have to travel to the garden. But I do miss the nice people at McRorie. If you know anyone who wants garden signs, let me know.
- At 6:46pm on October 8, 2009,
Carol Ann Brooks said…
- Hi, Michael,
I gave up my plot at McCrorie because I couldn't seem to get over there and it was so hot, I always seemed to be out of town and I thought someone else could benefit more. In case you don't remember me, I'm the lady who made the signs. How's it going over there?
Carol
- At 6:37pm on October 5, 2009,
mycol stevens said… - awesome mike!
sorry I am bad about checking the emails. Hope all if flowin great and keep up the great work here:)
- At 6:04am on October 1, 2009,
Behrang Saeedzadeh said… - I am too lazy to take photos but I ask my sister to take some and will send 'em to you ;-) How's The Swamp? It's been a great month here. Much cooler and rainier than previous years...
About
Reading List
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 dayHow 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 ZooOde 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.
Badge
Organic Music
Zoobird Visitors
Show your colors!
© 2010 Created by Michael Levin on Ning. Create a Ning Network!
