It's been another week of wonderful content from the alternative lifestyle community and I really feel like this kind of content and the communities themselves are growing so much on Steem. There was a time when we had few viewers for it here, but now I hope the support for it will continue to encourage the growth of this genre of users. I hope you all enjoy what we have for you this week.

Things happening in the community.

Over at Hive account@ecotrain, Hive account@eco-alex isn't pulling any punches and we have another challenging, maybe even controversial, question for the question of the week.

The latest contest from Hive account@naturalmedicine is a makers challenge. They're looking to hear all about making your own version of a store bought product. See the post for more details on this.

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Some highlights of the week

Over at the Wild Homestead, Hive account@wildhomesteading discusses some of the cons of having grass paths in your garden and offers up a different option.

Ever fancied growing a giant pumpkin? It requires a little prep and forward planning, but with the Hive account@homestead-guru's tips, you might get one in for next Halloween.

Grab yourself a cuppa, put your feet up and enjoy the latest installment of the homesteading Fantastica Chronicles from Hive account@jacobpeacock.

Then Hive account@thebigsweed shares an informative article on firewood and safe tree felling practices.

Thank you for stopping by. This week's newsletter was brought to you by Hive account@minismallholding.

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