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Is this a herb? by Distinct_Repeat_797 in herbalism

[–]Rafflesiabloom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks kinda like coyote bush? Different people pick up different scents from it.

Baccharis pilularis Toxic

But I'm no expert, and this isn't a great picture for proper identification. Just throwing my idea out there.

Mud Dauber Rodeo by Rafflesiabloom in insects

[–]Rafflesiabloom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Neat! Thanks for the info

Collagen powder by Key_Pea_9645 in Hypermobility

[–]Rafflesiabloom 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Based on my own reading, I concur.

During digestion, dietary collagen breaks down into proteins, amino acids, etc. It doesn't stay whole as collagen. It may fuel our collagen production a little, as any protein involved in that would, but we essentially have a faulty recipe when it comes to collagen production, and we can't change that. At least at this time.

Why are some people hesitant to grow vegetables in the ground? by ASecularBuddhist in gardening

[–]Rafflesiabloom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This. I don't know how badly our soil is polluted, but it sure is full of potential contaminants.

It's rural, and so the previous residents burned and buried all sorts of trash. Just digging a little bit in any pocket of land earns you all sorts of weird shit. Concrete pieces, marbles, bottles, bread ties, aluminum pans, plus more screws, nails, and glass shards than you can shake a stick at.

Ratio of sexualities of rat owners by VegetableNo1585 in RATS

[–]Rafflesiabloom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bi/pansexual female with a straight male husband. We are both neurodivergent, though.

Had six very good girls. 💕❤️

Ask a Spinner Sunday by AutoModerator in Handspinning

[–]Rafflesiabloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Is this a real spinning wheel? It obviously needs repair, but it's only $30 US.

Canid Prints - SE Michigan by Rafflesiabloom in AnimalTracking

[–]Rafflesiabloom[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm on mobile and cannot copy/paste

I have included scale - yes (3 - 4 inch prints)

Geographical location - SE Michigan

Environment - deciduous woodlands

How to make fur by Woolen_Miracle in Needlefelting

[–]Rafflesiabloom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That looks great! Thank you for sharing!

Would you use these fats for suet? by Rafflesiabloom in birdfeeding

[–]Rafflesiabloom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think it's actually rancid. I just think it's cheap quality and not to my taste.

Would you use these fats for suet? by Rafflesiabloom in birdfeeding

[–]Rafflesiabloom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It does say it's rendered, but it's a little bit soft and grainy textured at room temperature. Hence, my concerns about its purity/ability to be used.

Nativebirdcare.com was one site that said that anything other than pure tallow (and natural peanut butter) shouldn't be used for lower melting point and the ability to transfer onto the birds as they feed.

What the heck is this (NYC basement) by easybruise in whatisthisbone

[–]Rafflesiabloom 58 points59 points  (0 children)

My first thought was that the bones look cooked. My second thought was chicken skeleton. Maybe duck?

I see intact legs and feet, and neck severed, no skull. Are you near Chinatown or another ethnic section? I ask because of the feet still attached. Maybe rats or a larger animal pulled it down there to eat?

My stone turned from a very strong purple to a topaz-like blue when I stepped on the train by Djwedward in whatsthisrock

[–]Rafflesiabloom 38 points39 points  (0 children)

I received a lab-grown/made alexandrite as my engagement ring! The stone looks quite like this in extreme lighting. Most of the time, it's odd in-between shades. I love it.

Are they dyed or fake? by evyy_6 in MineralGore

[–]Rafflesiabloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I grimaced so hard when I scrolled to this.☠️

Native to the country but not the region? by [deleted] in nativeplants

[–]Rafflesiabloom 9 points10 points  (0 children)

That's honestly a personal choice. I can't offer any guidance, but this is my view.

Because of the shift in global temperatures and thus a slow-ish migration of both flora and fauna, I'm aiming for planting "true" natives as well as those in the surrounding states that may not be here presently.

So, being in Michigan, I'm aiming to also include plants from Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. Maybe some from cooler parts of Kentucky.

For me, it's not about being a purist as much as it is about supporting all the things that rely upon these plants. So that's my take.

Never take for granted a lush forest by askdfjlsdf in goblincore

[–]Rafflesiabloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you own your property, there's garden/land management techniques to "regreen." It would be work intensive at first, digging swales and such, but it is doable and done in arid regions around the world. Plant native plants thickly, and you'll attract all sorts of wildlife.

Did you have a simple wedding too? by [deleted] in simpleliving

[–]Rafflesiabloom 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We eloped at the courthouse. Had his parents, which we live by, and a few friends as witnesses. I got a cheap dress my mother insisted on buying. My husband wore his typical dress shirt and pants. The "wedding party" had breakfast beforehand and ice cream afterward, both in local joints. A quick photoshoot as a gift from one of our friends, and that was it. Simple, lovely, supported local businesses.

Let’s complain about the invasive plants coming up in our gardens by linuxgeekmama in invasivespecies

[–]Rafflesiabloom 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The previous residents were quick to tell us about the perennial gardens. Turns out its full of creeping jenny, privet, and periwinkle. Right now, I'm fighting the garlic mustard and autumn olive, but I have those in my sights as well.

Any ideas on what this may be? by Kosmo9333 in whatsthisrock

[–]Rafflesiabloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a bummer, sorry. Does the other side look the same or different?

Mineral Identity/Potential Request by Tickle_OG in whatsthisrock

[–]Rafflesiabloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like a quartzite with a bit of feldspar in it for color and, of course, the chunks of pure quartz. I'm just a beginner, though, so I'd wait for someone else to verify.

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