We live in SW Va and have 3 dogs including my all time favorite a 6 year old Plott. We got her as a hunting/livestock protection dog but in her quieter moments she thinks she is an 80 lb lapdog.
Autumn olive is extremely invasive and spreads rapidly. If it is not already in your area stay away from it or you might become unpopular with your neighbors.
I am a senior citizen. I've always been a homesteader, country boy, prepper, and a Christian. Guess I can add adapter to that list along with permie. "Improvise, adapt, and overcome" -learned that in the USMC.
