Ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes after you purchase a modular home? The truth is, building homes isn’t just about walls and roofs — it’s about people. Too often, the process becomes all about numbers and sales, and somewhere along the way, the heart gets lost. We’ve been there too — long days, hard lessons, and the pressure to do it fast instead of doing it right. But that’s exactly why we built SaddleBrooke Life differently. Here, people come first — our customers, our team, and

Send us a text My Biggest Gardening Failures (and What They Taught Me) | Houston Gardening Tips Episode Summary: Starting a garden in Houston, Texas? Save yourself time, money, and frustration by learning from 15 years of my biggest gardening mistakes. In this episode of Grow with Vibrant Rainbow Gardens, I share five costly failures that taught me everything about successful gardening in Houston's unique climate. What You'll Learn: Garden Planning Mistakes: Why planting too many tomatoes wi...

Send us a textIn this episode, Janey is joined by Penny and Verity, founders of the Architecture & Design Library and regular co-hosts on Between the Walls, for an open and lively conversation about the power of collaboration — why it matters, how it strengthens every part of your work, and what happens when you stay curious and connected.Together, they explore how collaboration can dissolve competition, spark creativity, and open doors to unexpected opportunities. From the story behind AD

Dom talks with Dan Lewis and Belinda Coco, managers of the Makikihi Hotel, about winning the Rural Guardian 2025 South Island Country Pub of the Year, why it's such a popular venue and the role it plays in the community. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Hamish Murray from Rotoiti Farm in North Canterbury about being named the 2025 Lumina Lamb Breeder of the Year, how he achieves consistency and some of the challenges he's faced along the way. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with Associate Agriculture Minister Mark Patterson about the devastating storms that hit the country this week, the calls for a review of the warnings issued ahead of the recent weather event in the Waitomo District and his take on the Alliance shareholders vote to sell 65% of the co-op to Dawn Meats, as well as the impending vote by Fonterra shareholders to sell the co-op's consumer products business to Lactalis. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your

Happy Wednesday, friends! 🙋‍♀️Have you ever heard the story of the Samaritan woman at the well? Jesus meets her there, right where she is. She was considered an outcast, and Jesus reveals himself to her. Where does Jesus need to meet you at? Are you feeling broken, worried, sad, lonely, not good enough? He will meet us right where we are, just as he did the Samaritan woman. Our well may look like the kitchen sink, or the carpool drop off, your desk at work. Check out John chapter 4 of the

Cedars are amazingly attractive trees, and whether you have a large property or one that’s a little more compact, there is a cedar to fit! Master Gardener Ken Lain shares the many varieties of cedars and which ones will do best in your landscape!Subscribe for The Mountain Gardener updates! https://themountaingardener.podbean.com/ Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener #WattersGardenCenter, #GardeningTips, #TheMountainGardener, #KenLain, #CedarTrees, #DeodorCedars, #CedarTreeVarieties

In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott will discuss trees that look good all winter long. Find out their top picks for pines, spruces, and cypress perfect for the central highlands. Also, discover which varieties thrive in cold weather, how to choose the right size and color for your yard, and why fall is the best time to plant them. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/ Follow Cast1...

#gardening  Segment 2:  building raised beds  Sponsors of the show for 2025 Phyllom BioProducts of http://www.phyllombioproducts.comPomona pectin of https://pomonapectin.com/Dripworks of https://www.dripworks.com/Walton's Inc of https://www.waltonsinc.com/  Us code grow50 and save 10% off your order of $50 or more Natural green products of https://www.natgreenproducts.com/ use promo code freeship4meany size No More Bugs!Rescue of https://rescue.com/Jung Seeds of

Sarah once overlooked the beauty of the brown tulip, but over time has only grown to love them more and more.There’s a shade for every space, and so if you’re seeking inspiration on how to bring the beauty of Dom Pedro and La Belle Epoque into your garden, then brown tulips take centre stage on this week’s ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’.In this episode, discover:The fascinating history and allure of rare brown tulip varietiesHow to “reflex” tulip petals for a show-stopping floral displayInspiring

If you are the owner of a black thumb, there is hope! It just takes some knowledge of our planting area, and some garden tips and wisdom to have a thriving garden! Master Gardener Ken Lain shares what you can do to have garden success. Hint: Watters Garden Center offers classes, answers and tips to turn your black thumb into green!Not already a Garden Club Member? Click Below to Join and be notified of Plant Preorders and other Special

In this episode, we delve into the critical role of record keeping in gardening success.I share my personal experiences and tips on how detailed records have significantly enhancedmy gardening skills over the years.I cover the types of information to track, such as planting dates, varieties, sources, and productivity, andexplainhow these details help in planning and improving garden performance. 00:00Introduction to Record Keeping in Gardening 00:54Why Keeping Records is Crucial 01:28How

In between full episodes we will be fielding listener questions about their renovations. So if you have a burning question send us a voice-note or a message at @ripitup_podcast_official on Instagram or ripitupearlybird@gmail.com. Our favourite (off)white paints: Slaked Lime - Little GreeneSubtle - ColourtrendArctic Blonde - ColourtrendPowdered Shell - ColourtrendSoda Bread - ColourtrendTrigg - Farrelly & CoWimborne White - Farrow & BallOld White - Farrow & BallSchoolhouse White - ...

Dom talks with Pieter Van Der Westhuizen, UPL Product Manager, about the role and benefits of adjuvants in agrochemicals, how they work and whether they can be utilised for home gardeners. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

In this episode, Ken Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talks about the best cedars for mountain west gardens. Discover which types might be right for your space and how to make them stand out. Whether you want towering statement trees or low-maintenance shrubs, find out which cedars can thrive and transform your outdoor space. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/ Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CA...

I’ve shared a version of this recipe with you before, but after many requests and lots of DMs, I decided to make a proper step-by-step video showing you how to nail crackling pork belly every time. And while I call this a “fool-proof” method, challenges always arise. I show you how to get that crackling even on those stubborn spots that just don’t want to follow the plan, while saving the edges from burning. Let’s cook!Prep: 20 minutes + 24–48 hours dryingCook: 1 hour 15 minutesServings:

Dr. Russell Sharp explores Harvest London’s open, glass-walled hydroponic farm at Canary Wharf—an accessible vertical farm supplying leafy greens and microgreens to local restaurants and food stalls. The multi-tier, pesticide-free system is visible to the public, making hydroponics educational and tangible for visitors. The episode highlights how public display boosts trust and perceived value, the site’s strict biosecurity and clean operations, and why integrating visible farms into food halls can

#gardening Segment 1: buying seeds and planting them   Sponsors of the show for 2025 Phyllom BioProducts of http://www.phyllombioproducts.comPomona pectin of https://pomonapectin.com/Dripworks of https://www.dripworks.com/Walton's Inc of https://www.waltonsinc.com/  Us code grow50 and save 10% off your order of $50 or more Natural green products of https://www.natgreenproducts.com/ use promo code freeship4meany size No More Bugs!Rescue of https://rescue.com/Jung Seeds of

Does your home feel like it slowly fills up with stuff every time the holidays roll around? Do you ever look at your boxes of decorations and wonder how something meant to bring joy started to feel so overwhelming? This week, I’m talking about clutter creep, that sneaky build-up of costumes, decorations, and "I’ll keep it for next year" items that quietly take over our homes. If you’re ready to declutter, simplify, and decorate with more intention, this episode is for you. I’ll help you shif...