Human Appreciation

I had an AI generated logo and as we all know AI doesn't seem to have balance and symmetry down just yet...at least what I had found for free. I am not an artist and so I went to AI and it took all of my words literally and put them into the drawing. Did I mention AI also has a spelling problem most times? Anyway! I went to Fivver to find someone who could take the mess AI created and turn it into something beautiful and sensible. That is where I found Aldo D. who not only took care of the ridiculous AI mistakes but made my logo even better giving it a a more natural look in keeping with my brand. (see below) If you have a project that you would like done check out Aldo here: https://www.fiverr.com/aldodelĀ 

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Weeds, what you SHOULD know! Shepherd's Purse!

Shepherd's Purse known by it's binomial name of Capsella bursa-pastoris is typically found in growing zones 4-7. it is in the Brassicaceae family (aka mustard) Originally from Asia and used medicinally for centuries, this herb contains the isothiocyanate compound sulforaphane. This organic compound is found in the tangy herbs such as onions, mustard, horseradish, and of course shepherd's purse. It thrives in moist, fertile soils or dry, sandy areas in lawns, barnyards, roadsides, and waste areas. (Hayes)

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Weeds, what you SHOULD know! Plaintain!

This plant is highly fond of people and can be found in the areas where there is activity of humans. In actuality this plant spreads as people walk through areas and was dubbed "White Man's Foot" as Europeans traveled across the states and took it with them.

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Weeds, what you SHOULD know! Purslane!

Purslane has a binomial name of Portulaca oleracea. Typically found in growing zones 8-10, It is an annual herbĀ  is easily grown and can be propagated by seed or cutting and once it is sprouted you can forget about it as it is used to taking care of itself. It likes clear ground with partial to full sun and does not have a soil preference per se but it tends to like drier soil. When propagating never cover the seed or cutting with soil as it needs light in order to germinate. (Robinson) Harvest regularly so as to avoid its invasive personality and if needingto control it harvest before it flowers.

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Weeds, what you SHOULD know! Dandelion!

Oh those pesky weeds! So many gardeners pull them out, sometimes one by one and sometimes by the bunch. All of our life we are told they are a useless nuisance, a thing we must rid our gardens and yard of. Who perpetuated this as a truth? It could be the biggest purveyors of pesticides. I will let you think about that. In the meantime I have gathered some weeds that are absolutely beneficial to us all. We will start with the most common weed. Dandelion!

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