[KimC]

Found this link. Hope it’s helpful.

https://www.armstrongeconomics.com/world-news/taxes/yellen-direct-irs-to-audit-everyone-for-600-transactions-anyway/

[KimC]

I thought it was supposed to go into effect in 2023, but not certain. What I read left me with the impression that the government is trying to capture all the taxable income they can tax people on, so they are requiring the places you do business with (sell things on their sites, etc.) to report to them how much so they can be sure you’re not under-reporting income to them or not reporting income they want to tax you on. Those entities will now be sending you 1099s, and they’ll also be required to notify the IRS how much the 1099s are for so it will then be checked against what you report on your income tax return. I read something (sorry can’t remember where to provide a source) that there is effort to get this amount changed to a higher number, so it seemed like it might still be a little up in the air. Probably best to keep good records and ask your tax preparer/expert or check one of the online tax forums before filing in the spring. Hope this helps.

[KimC]

I’m looking for an herbal, homeopathic or natural alternative to pharmaceutical medications for hallucinations in an elderly dementia patient. Suggestions, sources, resources are appreciated.

[KimC]

Would you be willing to list examples of what EOs and herbs, and for which conditions/ailments? I’m trying to learn about this topic as much as possible. Thanks!

[KimC]

There are always predator issues with poultry of any kind (as far as I know). I would never be able to leave chickens out in open air here (and I have a completely fenced yard), even during the day, because of neighborhood animals.

My quail are in a completely enclosed cage made of metal sides and section dividers, metal mesh wire, and the bottom is coated wire, for the sake of their feet. The cage is on top of a DIY three-sided compost bin made from free pallets standing on their ends, placed under a mature tree.

When the quail arrived, I placed a heavy shade cloth across the back of the cage to prevent anything from seeing in or reaching through from the back (the cage is close to the fence). Then I placed scat mats on top of the cage to prevent anything from getting on the top or trying to reach through, or just stressing the birds by their presence. I had previously purchased the scat mats (heavy plastic with prickly, pointy protrusions on one side that would be uncomfortable for any animal to walk or stand on, and impossible to reach through). I originally got them to keep squirrels from digging up my raised beds, pots and grow bags (and cats too, but the squirrels have been far more destructive, damaging and annoying than anything else).

Last, I used another roll of the scat mat stretched across the front of the cage covering the feed trough and openings so the quail could stick their heads out to eat in peace without fear of being grabbed or decapitated while eating. I attached it with dollar store heavy spring clamps in the center and on each end so I can easily remove part or all of it to access the front of the cage to care for them and easily add food.

In winter, or when it’s forecasted to rain, I place a piece of clear, corrugated plastic sheeting (the kind that can be used on patio roofs or DIY greenhouses) over the top of the cage (but under the scat mats) to keep the birds dry and hopefully hold in heat or at least keep it less cold or windy during winter. I removed the plastic cover this summer for air flow and to try to keep them cooler. It has worked well.

I set up a trail cam to see what kind of issues might present themselves and discovered that there’s an opossum, two or three cats and some squirrels that run the fence line. The cats are the most regular. I’ve only seen the opossum about once every couple of weeks, or less, as it passes through on its way to wherever it goes. Right after the birds arrived, the opossum and a couple of cats tried to investigate and get on top of the cage, but the prickly scat mat did its job and kept them off. Since then they all seem to leave the birds alone and go their merry way back and forth across the fence rail as though it’s their freeway, without even paying attention to the birds or the cage.

If I was doing it over again, I think I might be tempted to use four T-posts and suspend the quail cage at the four corners secured to the posts instead of placing it atop a DIY wooden structure that will eventually rot and decay (although the pallets do contain the compost pile better than an open structure would).

I really appreciate having my delicious quail eggs, and find the birds enjoyable and interesting, and easy to care for. I’ve been pleasantly surprised that three or four of the hens have continued to lay so far well into Fall, even though not necessarily daily, but pretty much every other day. We are well under the 12–14 hours of daylight they say is required to get eggs, and have been for some time. That’s truly been a blessing.

I hope you’ll reconsider quail. I think they’re a fantastic option, especially for people who aren’t allowed to have chickens due to space, local regulations or HOA rules, noise restrictions, etc.

[KimC]

Thanks! I’ll check it out. Much appreciated.

[KimC]

Thanks. Good to know. Wondering: Is that the recommendation in the context of prevention, or help even for someone in the severe stage who will not eat well or cooperate otherwise for their own benefit? Do you have any sources/links I could check out? Much appreciated.

[KimC]

Agree. That is LOT of oil. Can’t even imagine how to incorporate that much daily, or be able to afford it at today’s prices. It’s gone from under $5 to approaching $10 for a small (pint sized) jar here. If you’re dealing with a person who is onboard and cooperative I suppose you could maybe get them to just chug it down like a shot, but without that kind of buy-in on the concept I’d think you’d have no choice but to disguise it. Might be better for prevention than someone who is in severe stage and not really cooperative. I think I’d have to ponder that for a while to come up with creative ideas.

[KimC]

I’ll check that out. Much appreciated. I’d like to message you about details. Thanks!

[KimC]

Thanks for this info. I’ll be checking it out. Much appreciated!

[KimC]

Alternatives are what I’m searching for. Any sources/resources are appreciated.

[KimC]

I’ve spent the past two-plus years getting my mom off as many prescriptions as possible, and now that it’s down to the minimums, I’m searching for herbal and/or homeopathic alternatives to hopefully be able to help her be okay. Maybe there are alternatives to what your mom is taking? I hope so.

[KimC]

Hi Nick,

Thanks for the timely reply. Are you saying that it stops hallucinations in such a patient? Any idea about dosage and what time of day is best to take it? Or is it needed more than once a day? Recommendations for a source for high quality or that tests for heavy metal contamination?

Thanks, Kim

[KimC]

Agree 100%

[KimC]

Thanks for the timely reply and the link/document. Much appreciated. I’m in zone 9b in central California and have tried a few of the items you listed. but without great success. I’ve never seen a mulberry tree for sale anywhere here. I have heard they can be very tasty (at least certain varieties). I’ve never heard of Tree Hay, by that name. May have tried tree spinach a few years ago, but it didn’t make it through our colder winter temps. Neither did Moringa, but I may try it again and see if I can bring it onto the covered patio to help it survive through winter. It does well till it gets too cold. Last year my sweet potato yield was fairly decent considering my limited space, but this year it was quite pathetic. We did have extreme heat this summer and lots of early ups and downs with the temps that impacted most of what I grow, except the leafy greens, which seemed to survive pretty well. It’s already been quite cold here overnight. Last night was 35 even though the forecast was either 37 or 39. Seems too early for that and may not bode well for us through the end of December and into January/February, which are usually our coldest months. I’ll look over the document and maybe find something new I can try out. Thanks again!