7 Quick Takes This week:: Better Late than Never
--- 1 --- Summer has come into full maturity. As I walk, I see mature gardens. I see butterflies landing on the milkweeds that are maturing now into pods. I love the milkweed. It's really one of my favorite plants, but because they multiply so quickly farmers are getting rid of them. What this means for our environment is that the butterflies who feed off the milkweed and lay their eggs on these plants are becoming endangered. I plan to let these beautiful plants grow wildly in my yard. My neighbor comes over and takes the eggs to her home and lets the butterflies mature and fly away. They are beautiful to watch as they spread their wings to dry. Truly one of God's miracles! --- 2 --- I've been trying to save money and the environment at the same time by making my own household cleaners, weed eliminators, etc. Here are some of my recipes:: Vinegar:: Good for almost any job alone or combined with any products. Rubbing alcohol in a spray bott