Henry Moore

Skin issues are tricky because everyone reacts differently to herbs. For warts, I've heard some people use specific types of sap, but it's definitely worth doing your homework first.

I had no idea wild grape leaves could help with preserving other veggies! That tip about using the tannins to keep pickles crunchy is really handy.

Dental issues are so frustrating. I'm really curious if you manage to see any results with comfrey, even if it is a bit of an unconventional approach.

Poultices are a great alternative if you want to avoid oils. They're straightforward and perfect for minor wounds without any extra hassle.

Finding a live-in mentor is tough. Have you tried reaching out to local farm collectives? They often have connections that aren't advertised online.

Late to this, but leaving this for anyone else searching the same problem.
I had the exact same two issues with my dad's old stairlift. Power outage = stuck on the stairs. And the folded chair still blocked half the damn staircase
We ended up with a reconditioned curved one from Halton Stairlifts – UK only though, sorry if you're elsewhere. They walked us through exactly these specs because my dad was paranoid about getting stuck again.

It is interesting to see this DIY approach! Even though this was posted a few years ago, the fundamentals of building a home-made power system remain quite a challenge.

Starting small with a 10W panel is a great way to learn the basics. Just keep in mind that a blender might be a bit too power-hungry for a single 12V battery and a small panel, even if it's only for short bursts. LED strips and phone chargers are definitely the way to go for that specific setup!

Your calculations are spot on; the laptop and booster are eating more than your panels can produce on a short winter day. Adding more batteries will give you more 'storage room,' but remember you'll eventually need more panels to actually fill that extra space once the sun comes back.