"But that will take a long time for them to multiply." Bpgreen is right--not so very long at all! Here's a good site with more information than you ever wanted to know about earthworms Down at the bottom is the reproduction rate of the European nightcrawler--about 2 worms every 90 days (from egg laying to maturity). That's a geometric curve. Completely ignoring predation (minor until there's a good number of them), illness (minor in small populations as a general rule), etc. from the probably 100 worms you have scattered about the property (seeing two means you have a whole lot more and I'm shooting low): 200 in September 2007 Winter asleep 400 in June 2008 800 in September 2008 1600 in June 2009 3200 in September 2009 The curve goes fast from there, but limited resources, predation, etc. start to impact it much more strongly. That initial 100 was a very low-ball estimate. Also, worms seem to be the result of good, organic soil, not the creator of it (they eat the bacteria that eat the organics). For aeration, nothing beats a good symbiotic fungus or bacteria.

I've done more than my share of internet dating. It's possible to meet "the one" this way. So is winning the lottery and being struck by lightening! Get out, join a hiking club, take a class, do the local art walk, become involved in volunteer work, hang out at the local coffee house, go to church. Internet dating can work but it's like trying to take a shortcut to your goal that is questionable, like a fad diet. My opinion! With all respect, I've met some wonderful people online but nothing takes the place of social context and a sense of community when you date someone. It really does make a difference.

Okay, in a round about way, I found your blog, and then your "location". LOL So I can give you some places to look near you and far from you.. Two of my favorite West Coast Suppliers (far) LOL Brambleberry~WA and OregonTrailsoaps~OR Candle Cocoon (her regular line) has alot of great multi purpose scents. (meaning B&B and soap and candles) Fabulous oils they are a bit pricey, but you don't need nearly as much as other companies (mid way~she's in WI) Nature's Garden ~Ohio Southern Scentsations~MI East Coast side...hmmmm Fragrance Oil Heaven~NY Candlewic~PA All the ones I've listed in the body of this thread, I've either done business with, or know friends who use them as well. Good companies for sure. But the link below gives you even more choices. Here is a link that might be useful: A little resource you might like. :o)

I have used Build.com/aka Faucetsdirect.com. I had a problem with a Hansgrohe faucet. They were very helpful. They provided me with the proper number to contact Hansgrohe. Hansgrohe sent me the needed part and my plumber installed it. There customer service was very easy to work with and even followed up with a phone call. I wouldn't hesitate. The downside is my plumber will only warrant the installation and not the part. But, I have never had a problem once an item is installed.