It's Nettle Season Again!

I love when the nettles come into season! This year it looks like we will have more than ever. They are not an undesirable weed at all, but rather a great (free) edible and medicinal resource. I will enjoy fresh greens in salads, cooked in omelets, etc. We are going to have to take the time to harvest a lot more this year and dry a bunch for tea as well. The growing season is relatively short but the benefits can last all year!

NOTE: Do not try this at home! I'm what you call eccentric.

If you are ever remotely tempted to experiment with deliberate exposure to nettle stings (known as urtication, which is definitely not recommended), start out very cautiously with only one sting to check for any severe allergic reaction, and then build up tolerance gradually. Of course you should probably consult a doctor first. They will doubtless say it's a terrible idea and recommend multiple pills and/or shots instead. Trust the experts.