After such an uncertain month with regards the future of Steem, it looks like decisions have now been made and there will be a fork in the path. Our first piece of community news should fill you all in there. I'd be interested to hear what people have to say on it and where they think they will keep their homes; on Steem, Hive or both.

It's been a while since we welcomed a newcomer to Steem, so it's good to meet @paradoxtma who arrived on Steem last month. I hope we can give a warm welcome despite these tumultuous times.

@ligayagardener has been sharing his herb wisdom with us. His article on comfrey covers its use, not only as a medicine, but touches on its gardening uses too.

On the @solarshutdown farm they have lost a beehive to the cold, but all is not lost. They explain what can be salvaged and why the mould is not something to panic about.

@eco-alex has arrived in Portugal and there have been lots of things discussed and planned on the ecovillage project. With all the chaos happening around us reading this update on the project has been like having a moment of peace and calm.

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