God of the Compost, Part 3

The Miracle of Fermentation

A process, parallel to that of composting, takes place in the production of another near-miraculous substance– one held in much higher regard than compost– wine. While the growing of grapes (and any other fruit for that matter) stands as a worthy story in its own right, the transformation of fresh grape juice into the remarkable liquid sought by both prince and poet is astounding.

God of the Compost, Part 2

Life From Decay

My wife and I have enjoyed the wonders of growing plants, both edible and ornamental, for many years. One of the early revelations we received in this pursuit concerned the power of the compost pile.

Tale of Two Miracles

There is the dark, hidden, and mysterious miracle— one done out of sight, beyond prying eyes, in the "black box." And then, there is the more astounding miracle— one done in plain sight, before the eyes of the skeptic, in the glare of the noonday sun.