The Urban Homestead California Heartland (PBS)
Jules Dervaes and his three adult children all live and work together on their family farm in Pasadena, CA. They call themselves, eco-pioneers. They say its a homegrown revolution that's taking place, a way for them to get back to a more natural, organic and better way of life. Their mission? To change the world one urban backyard at a time. California Heartlands Jennifer Quinonez visits the Dervaes home where at the helm is Jules, a man whose vision wasn't so clear 23 years ago when he bought the 1917 California bungalow for his family. All he knew was that the cost of keeping of a green, but barely usable front yard, was a waste of money and resources. He began taking action and made a shift in the way he lives in an urban city. By clearing out the grass and planting an edible garden, the change began. In 1991, Jules discovered a way to profit from his garden. Area teahouses were in need for his edible flowers, and that's when he realized he could make money out of his hobby. But biggest change in his life happened in 2001. When buying organic food became too expensive and difficult to find, and genetically altered food started hitting the market, Jules took matters into his own hands and began Path to Freedom. At this little urban homestead in the big city, the family produces 6,000 pounds of organic produce a year. Its amazing that their home is on a 1/5 acre and their garden is only on 1/10 acre! The front yard is 95% edible and the rest of the main planters are in the backyard. Every corner is used to grow food. Jules says he doesn't need more space; he just needs to be a smarter gardener. He looks to the Japanese and Europeans for guidance, those who for thousands of years have had to grow food in a small space. In his garden, or micro-farm as he prefers, you'll find more than 350 different vegetables, herbs, fruits, and berries. In addition to planning crops, the family is truly living an eco friendly lifestyle. They are proud that their energy usage is only 6.5 kilowatt hours a day, and continues to decrease. They make their own biodiesel for their one truck and they also have an outdoor shower for summertime use. This is now a full-time job for Jules and his three children, who sell their produce to area restaurants. They've also expanded into education outreach, started an online store to sell garden & eco-friendly materials and are making it their goal to get people to change their attitude about food. They say, Food is power, the more we grow ourselves, the better. Footage Courtesy KVIE California Heartland http://www.californiaheartland.org/this_season/episode_908/path_to_freedom.htm
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DIY Rocker Chain Link Jewelry - CRAFTOVISION
CRAFTOVISION with Corinne Leigh This week I get inspired by punk rock Melrose Ave, show you how-to make chain link jewelry and get some face time with...myself. Want to be on an episode? Email me! I would love to hear from you. craftovision@gmail.com We just started a Craftovision forum! Whoot! http://craftovision.forumotion.com Check out the tumblr, it's pretty... http://craftovision.tumblr.com Like Craftovision on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/craftovision Craftovision on Blip http://craftovision.blip.tv And if you want, follow the twitters: http://twitter.com/craftovision http://twitter.com/corinneleigh
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Ron Paul Mini Money Bomb - Fox & the Media Can't Stop This!
www (dot) cafepress (dot) com/rpst All proceeds go to Ron Paul! We all know Fox, CNN, and MSNBC aren't getting the word out there about Ron Paul, so I thought I'd help him with a mini-money bomb. Help me max out my campaign contributions! :)
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One Of Our Favorite Places. Ocean Beach CA.
Whenever my family goes home to San Diego one of our favorite places to go is Ocean Beach. They have wonderful shops, one of the neatest farmers markets, And plenty of palm trees. Its a little town south of Mission Bay. Its at town and time seemed to forget. Everyone is laid back and it has a total beatnik feel. You find, hippies, beach bums, musicians playing on the sidewalk. One of the favorite modes of transportation is Beach Cruiser bikes, and skateboards. Its the most dog friendly places with a special beach for the dogs to run free. You see practically everyone with a dog. Some stores have bowls of water outside the door for dogs, Dog ties out front and a ton of the stores allow you to just bring your dog right on in. There is a really neat International Hostel, Hooka Bars, Really neat stores that sell home made clothing, hippie clothes and handmade jewelry. And some of the best food you will find anywhere.. If you ever head to San Diego you must stop by and check this town out. They have an incredible farmers market which I think is on weds, from 4-6. You can find all info online for the San Diego Farmers Markets. And check and see about the festivals. There seems to be fesitvals going on every month or a few times a month.
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