Something good is happening here. Part 2..

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A 1,000-Year-Old Seed Grows in Israel (Gift Article) For 14 years, scientists have been growing a tree akin to the Judean balsam — the source of the balm of Gilead — but with no modern counterpart.

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Explore this gift article from The New York Times. You can read it for free without a subscription. www.nytimes.com/2024/12/22/s...

I love twilight walks, especially on dismal days. My latest wander led me to a Liquidambar tree in the local cemetery. I don't forage there, it's not done, but couldn't resist taking a few of the flaming leaves and seed balls home. They smell sooo good! #liquidambar
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Black Cottonwood Natural Soap Bar Balm of Gilead

I been trying to stay busy and not fear what may happen in the future. I been making soap again. Small personal batches. This one is black Cottonwood tree resin made from the leaf buds. The smell is sweet almost honey like. #soapmaking #balmofgilead #soap