Other Uses of Recycled Paper Pulp

I could just toss my shredded paper into the trash but I like to reuse it here are some ways that I reuse it. A weed barrier under mulch. The shredded paper is soaked for a day or so and then spread thickly where I will place mulch. It can be spread when dry but … Read more

Worth It?

I’ve been weighing the “worth” of the recycled paper and other styles of briquettes. Worth meaning time spent to make, cost and energy to create, and final usefulness. Time spent is complicated because much of the time is down time- shred paper, put the paper into the bucket, cover with water and then wait 5 … Read more

Planning My Spring Garden

I am starting to plan my garden for this spring. We looked at the various veggies we like to eat fresh in the summer but also what veggies we like preserved for winter eating. For fresh veggies we like lettuces and a variety of greens. We also like a whole assortment of peppers and tomatoes … Read more

Why Recycled Paper Briquettes?

Sometimes when I delve into an ADHD obsession as I am with the recycled paper briquettes I like to check in on myself as to WHY this is an okay idea to explore. First, it’s not costing me anything- I already own some 5 gallon buckets, a caulking gun, and a paint mixer. The paper … Read more

Recycled Paper Briquettes

The descent into recycled paper briquette madness continues. The first 6 gallon bucket of pulp has produced 4 fist sized briquettes and 29 briquettes about 2 inches wide by 4 inches long as squeezed out of a caulking gun. I have yet to start on the second 4 gallon bucket of pulp. This has probably … Read more

Tea and Coffee Outside

One of the things I have really enjoyed as part of my morning routine is to head to a scenic location, go for a walk, and then make myself a cup of coffee or tea. It’s relaxing and a great way to start the day. I have been a huge fan of quiet and hot … Read more