Supercharged Seedling Fertilizer - Boost Vitality And Suppress Disease with Homemade Compost Extract

[@vicnva]

Nate, the MAN! BROTHER, I just want to say you have taught me so many new ways to GROW. WE APPRECIATE ALL that you DO BROTHER... Keep GROWING!

[@gardenlikeaviking]

I appreciate the positive energy my friend!!

[@MikkoMarkusKaariainen9023]

Indeed, even i fmjust found your awesome videos and content overall!! Growmie love from Finland!

[@nathanhendry1595]

Best gardening channel on youtube! ​@gardenlikeaviking

[@Kengsqueen]

Yes, please do make the rain catchment video. I frequently share your vids on my gardening page, and I enjoy watching them to keep me motivated! ❤

[@MildlyCreative]

Definitely would like to see videos on rain water. I've seen so many already, but you've always got the most valuable insights and perspective. This channel is golden!

[@vivekashukla7591]

Respected sir! You are a highly respectable guy on the planet

[@mariaawarrior2643]

Thank you! You are very helpful ! YOU THE MAN!!!🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾❤️❤️❤️

[@Viking-i9b]

Thanks for getting to the point and sharing great information. From a fellow Norseman!

[@punktrixter5442]

Just Made the Jadam Wetting agent thanks to you buddy your videos have helped me greatly. Peace and punk love.

[@ronellebrecht5942]

Your rain collector looks killer! I want one😊❤

[@BigWesLawns]

I am up to speed now. I watched everything Garden Like a Viking has Posted. Its just starting to turn into spring here. Everything is still dormant, and all I can do is collect leaves as they blow into my driveway, and play with my composter. I am not confident that the JMS would work for me with the leaf stuff I have, but I want to get spraying the lawn and growing areas to get the ground woke up and pumping. I am dying to try everything I have recently learned! 🇨🇦👊🏻👨🏻‍🏭✨💖🙏🌞

[@FennMeister]

Invaluable knowledge in one video, we are very grateful for you sharing

[@ryansearles6078]

Love this thanks so much! Trying to get into gardening myself and haven’t come across anything better than your channel. :) P.s. would love a rainwater capture bin/system vid

[@gardenlikeaviking]

thank you my friend and yes the rainwater system video coming this spring!

[@pampotgieter7611]

I have watched this video again. Read through all comments, made lots of notes from the comments, and got the answers you of course gave. Thank You NATE for all your common sense experience and practical knowledge. So grateful to you NATE! As ! have said before, you are the BEST! I still share all your videos and love to refresh, by watching them over again. 🌍🇿🇦❤️👍👋🙏

[@batmanfromgothamcity]

Please post a compost tea video. I've only been gardening a couple of years and used an extract and thought that was compost tea. Love your knowledge and channel. "Hello my friends..." comes on and we're paying attention.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

thats a common misconception no worries... yes I'll be making a couple videos on proper compost tea this season... thank you for the positive energy my friend!

[@clemfandango2930]

Would love a video on your rain catch system. I have a nice setup hooked up to my garage but I’m always looking for new ideas and inspiration.

[@kiptap4021]

Another informative video with the do's and dont's. I find the don't do this information as important as the how to do's. Thanks for sharing your experience so I can stay clear of the mistakes as I make enough on my own.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

thank you for the helpful feedback my friend!

[@zepguwlthistle7924]

@@gardenlikeaviking my fish fertilizer isnt ready but my LABis.Could i use LAB in this instead of fish?

[@ksw501]

would like to see a video on the rain catching setup you mentioned

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes rain barrel video coming soon!

[@nicholasguglielmo6804]

Nate, Thanks for sharing all your knowledge. My garden loves all the knowledge that I’ve gained watching Garden like a Viking.

[@Pigeoning]

Two weeks ago I hadn't come across the channel. Cut to today and I've made potash, just mixed the rice wash with milk, have egg shells dissolving in vinegar and collected some leaf mold for other mixes I plan to make as soon as I can get some fish. Not sure if I can get away with the urea because reasons but we'll see. Waiting on some screen so I can make a few seed cubes as well. Loving all this.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

welcome to the club of "mad scientists" my friend!!

[@NextdoorHomestead]

What a fun video! I'm really digging your approach. First video of yours I've seen but I'll certainly be back for more =)

[@garthwunsch]

You’re rocking the subscriptions man! Dr. Ingham taught us to actually massage the compost bag for several minutes to extract as much biology as we can. I’d love to look at your compost under my microscope. It looks good because a lot of humic acid was instantly moving into the water. She also teaches that the length of tea brewing time time usually optimizes at around 24 hours, but that is dependent on temperature and quality of the compost. I realize most folks can’t check the progress with a microscope, but that’s the only way to tell when it’s ready. If you brew for several days, most of the biology will be dead because it has multiplied so much that it uses up the oxygen faster than you can pump it in, so goes anaerobic and dies. It also needs to be made at ambient temperature where it’s to be applied, or much biology will die, or at least be ineffective.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

thank you for the input my friend!... I was wondering if you have a recommendation for a good microscope with a camera setup I can purchase?... we had them all over when I lived in NorCal and I loved using them but have been without for several years now... I think its time to start using one again for some videos

[@garthwunsch]

I will get you the exact model LW Scientific supplies for our level of need (my SoilFoodWeb discussion group meets every Friday), but the best camera is undoubtedly the BioVid 4K. This is a Matt Powers recommendation. Prior to getting that info from him, no one seemed to have knowledge of a multi platform compatible camera. Macs were extremely difficult… and I have a Mac computer. One thing to be aware of is having the camera resolution equal to the screen monitor’s resolution, otherwise you’re wasting money on one unit or the other. 4k is mandatory for good video. I purchased my scope prior to getting “educated” and wasted $$$. Using a camera to view on screen is HIGHLY recommended as staring into a microscope long term is very damaging to our vision.

[@markcrowe4049]

I watched and learned so much from you and your straight forward vids, thank you! I'm curious how you came into all your knowledge, I'm sure others would like to hear as well, thank you.

[@TheRebirthOfWisdom]

Thank you for reaching me and teaching me how to make my life better. #GardeningIsHealing

[@riarereitimon4410]

Thank you very much gonna try that

[@fathimanadha7614]

Nate, Coconut water is also good for the seedlings. Good root promoter.

[@CyberSERT]

Coconut water on my plants? I just want to drink it all myself! Too delicious, nutritious, and refreshing to share!

[@CyberSERT]

.. Not to mention expensive!

[@truesight91]

@@CyberSERT You only need 1/4 cup per gallon once every week or two, drink the rest.

[@paulinekedro7327]

You're making me excited for my season to start! Ugh, Canadian winters are way too long!!

[@cassandranilson9756]

Yes! Show the rain catching system please!😊

[@gardenlikeaviking]

ok great its in the works!

[@jeannettecantley4558]

Started watching your videos after the season started and I am learning so much thank you

[@valthatcher1235]

Hey Nate, thank you. Another easy winner!!

[@southpost1224]

Thank you Viking!!

[@gardenlikeaviking]

I appreciate your kind support my friend thank you!

[@vancamerawoman7399]

Off I go to get the compost and to make this for my seedlings. Frost expected in a few days so this will help I’m sure. 😊

[@sararichardson737]

So unfair that I can’t give you a thumbs up every time I re-watch your vids

[@madhu082]

Following you from southern India and doing good bring videos like this in future ty

[@gardenlikeaviking]

I spent time in Kerala, Kovollam beach!!

[@dawnsmith9700]

How have I never seen your channel before!? Great information thanks !

[@gardenlikeaviking]

welcome my friend!!

[@nickthegardener.1120]

Nice Nate! I will be doing this.👍🏻🤠💪💗

[@karlastrebel1909]

❤ your channel! For the algorithm

[@hbrottish]

I would.like to.see how u make the water tank

[@petefrisch5183]

I Really like the channel. A lot of good information and always so detailed and specific but still easy to understand

[@jameshowald4615]

Yet another fabulous informative video 💯thanks Nate!! you are awesome brother and greatly appreciated! 😎✌️

[@gardenlikeaviking]

thank you for the positive energy my friend!!

[@johnjude2685]

After making compose 1 year and seeing many jumbo size nightcrawers inside and after using all my compose I planted sunflowers and wasn't surprised to see the biggest sunflowers in my yard coming up from the spot that had been the compose pile location. Nathan thanks

[@conniep5243]

Wish I would have found this channel a little sooner. Oh, well. Next year for all of the great tips and hacks. Thank you

[@gardenlikeaviking]

welcome my friend!

[@quinnellakawana8348]

I enjoy ur pod cast. Thank u

[@irisalosavalos1945]

Good use of words, good explanation, good info and just good video material Big thanks

[@saintmaxmedia2423]

my seedlings will thank you :) Eva

[@compostsfertilizers5471]

Thanks for sharing. Always great videos here.

[@nd22121]

Thanks!! This will help a lot for my onion seedlings!

[@karlastrebel1909]

I’m interested in rain water capture video

[@Mz_Te]

GreetNs my friend🙌🏽 Did U say we can also use this on house plants🤔 Thanks/appreciate U.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

if you are wanting to use it on houseplants then I'd omit the fish or urine and just do the strait compost extract and that'll be everything the plant ever needs and without any chance of foul smell

[@wesleysnellgrove]

I had a method for rain collection I wanted to build. It's simple, really, but clean barrels are hard to come by and new ones are running about $120 👀 in my area. Anyways, mine goes as follows. 1. Acquire a closed lid plastic drum. You want the type that has 2 small removable openings. The openings usually require a three-pronged wrench but there's other ways of removing them without one. 2. You're gonna mount the barrel on it's side with one opening at the top and the other at the bottom. You'll need to build/buy a small, square/rectangular stand about 2 foot high and roughly the length of your barrel. If you build it you should consider making the rear about 6 inches taller so the barrel will slant downwards. This will help later when accessing the water. If not, just put something under the rear so that the water will flow downwards towards the bottom opening. 3. Place the stand and barrel below your gutters at the corner of your house or another building. If you don't have gutters you can still use an area where the water pours off quite well. This will also work on sheds, carport, etc. 4. Remove both caps on the barrel openings and run a pipe/tubing/hose/etc from your gutters down towards the top opening. You want to leave some room because next you want to attach some small PVC piping that will screw into the opening. You'll need 2 small pcs and a PVC elbow; total. 5. On the top piece that points up to your piping running down from the gutters, you'll want to line the top pipe up and have it pour into a funnel that fits inside the piece coming from the barrel. But do not actually connect the piece coming from the gutters down to the funnel. You want to leave it disconnected for very minimal maintenance or if you need to adjust and move it. 6. Once everything is lined up and connected correctly, you'll need to cut a small, horizontal gap about 75% of the way into the side of the funnel. Inside that gap you'll simply add some mesh or screen, etc as a debris filter. The smaller the better but be sure from time to time to keep it clean from debris. 7. Your bottom opening of the barrel you'll need to add a PVC spigot you can twist on and off when water is needed. 8. No need to worry about bugs, mosquitos, etc getting in though I wouldn't use this water for anything other than gardening because after a while mold and bacteria may grow inside due to heat, moisture, etc. *Note* Anyone looking to do this and follow typical organic standards will need to get High Density Polyethylene materials. PVC, which is commonly used nowadays, contains particulates that over time seep off into the water and therefore are not approved in organic gardening. I believe they're called pthalates and I think they're the same thing that causes allergic reactions from latex gloves and such. Not 100% sure on that. But unless you plan to get government approval I say use what you are comfortable with. Best wishes to all and I hope this info was helpful to someone. Maybe somebody can put my idea to work while I wait for cheaper barrels. 🤣

[@MK-ti2oo]

I got a dozen black 50gal barrels from a local jerkey manufacturer for free, their bulk marinades come in them and they build up quickly so they give them away. I also had some big blue ones in the past from a Chinese restaurant that the soy sauce came in. Check with places like that!

[@fredcaveman3892]

Excellent !

[@erickkajae]

Hi there! I absolutely love all the gems you’ve been sharing. Thank you💛 Question… Where do you purchase your barrels please?

[@elena2010111]

Thanks!

[@gardenlikeaviking]

I always appreciate you my friend!

[@phillhays6011]

Ready to make and use this!

[@kmcam2524]

Dag Nate, how’d you know our seedlings was like meh? 😂 but that’s big facts, my onion seedlings aren’t as stout as yours. Appreciate the content as always

[@gardenlikeaviking]

I can just sense its that time of the season for most people! lol

[@YStewart-v9t]

is there something I can use instead of the fish fertiliser? would organic store brought seaweed fertiliser work for this?

[@dellagro307]

Bro your all videos are very valuable 😉

[@brianclark4448]

People are concerned about bringing mites and other pests into their plant environment by using the composts from outside for their houseplants. I believe you mentioned that isn’t an issue though. Jadam also has solutions for pests correct?

[@patriot2195]

Thank you! ❤️👍

[@rodnawilliams9398]

i am so glad you brought up making compost .. i have been given a load of fresh woodchips, and i am going to be getting a load of fresh cow manures .. i read that i should make my piile 3 parts woodchips to 1 part cow manures .. my question is .. if i pour my LABs solution on it will it help it compost faster? i do have a small tractor i will be using to turn my piles, and how often should i turn them?

[@TSis76]

Thank you again, Nate. Would love to see how you collect the rain. Is that a hose on the downspout of the rain gutters? Finally got funds for the 1020 and heat mats and they were out!! Order now folks!

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes its a diverter for the rain downspout and I'll be making a video or two this spring about rain capture!

[@emanovwevoke1913]

Thanks bro. How can I use such organic fertilizer for a hydroponic growing setting?

[@khff1986]

Great video, as always, thank you !

[@successsmoothie]

Your videos are great! Quick question... Can finished vermicompost be used in place of regular finished compost?

[@PrintrBear]

Thanks Nate 👊🏻 Gunna give this a try with the fish hydrolysate, don’t have a Fish Amino Acid created yet .

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yep the hydrolysate will work just fine!!

[@angiet3535]

Much love from Kenya🇰🇪 Thank you so much for these videos. It's amazing how much 'gold' I have at my disposal. No more buying of this stuff!!! Question.....can I store these fertilizers in plastic bottles? Does it affect the composition?

[@gardenlikeaviking]

this type of fertilizer you will not want to keep long in storage it should be used within the same day of making it for maximum benefit... no plastic will not harm this stuff

[@truesight91]

Great videos, very simple.

[@jasonknight6514]

Great video man.

[@hbrottish]

Love it

[@graemedevine9651]

Thanks Nate, I've a worm tower and have stored some good vermicompost, if I did the same with it it would be much the same, the seedlings love the juice out the sump after its rained.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes they'll love that Vermitea!!... still try to add a handful of compost if you have it but high quality worm castings are very nice even by themselves

[@sweepingpage1845]

This is great info!

[@WilliamFarwell]

Nate .... you have changed my life man ...!!!!!! amazing sir!!! i work on a golf course any thoughts on use of JADAM for that application i can find no info on it being done before ?? im going to test it !! i think it could be huge !! Deano in VT...

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes absolutely you can use it on a golf course but you'd have to filter the solutions very well so as not to plug spray emitters

[@WilliamFarwell]

thanks man!!!! i will let you know

[@glassbackdiy3949]

Nice and simple, and I get that's the point Nate, and it's not 'bad' per se, but there's good practice, better practice, and best practice! tbh you're not maximising the microbiology in 2 mins, you're mostly extracting fulvic & humic acids. just to use an example from Dr Ingham making a scope slide, you'd agitate a test tube for 5 mins with 5:1 water:compost, commercial compost extract (not tea) in the Regenerative Agriculture space is using air agitation for 24-36 hrs to reach maximum biology extracted, you have a bubbler as seen in the IMO videos your extract would be 1000x more powerful if you used that overnight/24hrs and as you know you'd not harm seedlings by adding 1000x more biology, I'd also recomend not using the net bag in the bubbler for max extraction, just strain it after agitation if you're using a sprayer or fine rose on a watering can. I'd show you pics from my scope to prove this if I could but I can't afford to drop 2 weeks income on a scope camera! Happy gardening my friend.

[@HangingwithJenny]

I am gonna do this! Thank you💕

[@fathimanadha7614]

Nate, How is it wood vinegar for the seedlings? Can you make video about wood vinegar?

[@jamestriplett790]

I don't have a cell phone. Is Telegram just an app for cell phones, or can i access it on a laptop computer? Is there a link to your channel? thanks

[@osmondokafor7946]

Is it the raw urine we have to use or urine fertilizer.

[@rickfigueroa7003]

Thanks

[@michyoung644]

Excellent and timely video Nate! But I currently don’t have good finished compost. I do have tons of excellent leaf mold. Can I substitute the leaf mold for the compost??

[@gardenlikeaviking]

if the leaf mold is completely finished yes it will have what you need... but if you don't have any finished compost to use I'd also add a handful of worm castings to the leaf mold and you can just get a bag of castings for pretty cheap..

[@rocknrolla257]

Awesome. I have fish emulsion. Can I use that?

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes you can! 1oz a gallon

[@tomsfishhatcherydemo6778]

would i benefit if i replaced my fertilizer for these home brew for my marijuana plants

[@marcrivera4645]

Can Local lakewater be an alternative to Rainwater?

[@gardenlikeaviking]

Definitely yes

[@m1trautmann]

Hi Nate, I love your videos! Thank so much for sharing your knowledge! I was wondering if any of the fertilizers you recommend can be used in a hydrophobic home growing system like Aerogarden? Do you have any recommendations about how to grow plants in an Aerogarden organically?

[@momcomputer6461]

Some seeds are better off being soaked before planting. Would you suggest using your Supercharged Seedling Fertilizer to soak them? ThanQ for answering and for all you do for us!

[@MK-ti2oo]

You could, but why waste it? Seeds contain all the nutrients they need to grow up to the first set of true leaves so water will be fine (I like to use a cup of water with a couple tablespoons of hydrogen peroxide for germinating seeds that need a soak, that extra oxygenated environment speeds things up greatly).

[@momcomputer6461]

@@MK-ti2oo I do use hydrogen peroxide (only food grade 35% w/ added water to create 3% - never the 3% you buy @ the harmacy - it contains heavy metals!) but I'm glad you included that tip for others. I wanted to hear Nate's thought on this. No, I don't waste anything. If Nate says it would be beneficial, I would soak, then strain out and retain/reuse the goodies. ThanQ for your comment!

[@gardenlikeaviking]

if its seeds that need soaked like beans, peas, etc... then yes they benefit from a soaking in this solution because it will signal to the plant that its in an environment very rich in nutrients and microbial life and so it will signal to the seed that it can become a very big strong healthy adult... just make sure you then plant into a rich environment

[@momcomputer6461]

@@gardenlikeaviking That was my thought! ThanQ! for confirming it. Love it!

[@annetteharding6484]

Hi Nate, do you have a coupon code for using the products you have linked?

[@orionlottering7349]

It has crossed my mind to do this... thanks. What about the urine?

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes you can use the urine... fresh urine add about 2oz a gallon and aged urine add 1

[@orionlottering7349]

@@gardenlikeaviking thankyou

[@RitaSausa-k3z]

Great

[@janetcrowley2137]

would well water work as well as rain water? I know it doesn't have any chlorine added to it.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

well water will work for this yes... although rain water is always best

[@sarahialicea396]

Hi Nate I have s problem I put slot of whole leaves on my soil in the fall and at this time it haven't decomposed. I want to start planting what can I do please help me

[@gardenlikeaviking]

its ok just leave the leaves there in place and use it as a mulch... just make small holes in the leaves and plant into the soil beneath... everything will be fine!!

[@gardenlikeaviking]

you need to be sure you plant into the actual soil under the leaves

[@sarahialicea396]

Will my vegetables seedlings suffer nitrogen depletion

[@sarahialicea396]

The leaves are matted clumpy wet

[@sarahialicea396]

​​@@gardenlikeaviking will my vegetables seedlings suffer nitrogen depletion because they're clumpy wet leaves

[@Gooutside88]

Can you do a video on compost bin checks and refreshes? Do they need to be re assessed after winter? Thanks!

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes that video is coming up!!

[@shanemillard608]

I'd like to see the water catchment. I'm curious if it would be good off an asphalt roof.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes it will be good you'll just have sediment at the bottom of the first barrel... I'll make a video to explain all this

[@shanemillard608]

@@gardenlikeaviking thanks. I'd like to know about how to do it affordably as well.

[@smas3256]

A question Nate. We only have fish emulsion and fresh urine. (lol, sorry) How much fish emulsion would you suggest to add to the extract? Would urine be better than the fish emulsion in this case? Fresh urine 2 oz.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

I'd say use the fish emulsion because its packed with more nutrients and food for the microorganisms... one ounce to the gallon... urine is second best option and you could alternate one feeding with each

[@jasonheaddy5122]

Nate unfortunately I don't have a compost pile going. Can I use bagged composted cow manure for this? I have several bags from last season. Thanks for the knowledge 👍👍

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes you can use it if thats what you have available... also a handful of worm castings into the mix would really help as worm castings are the closest direct replacement for compost

[@cnapo1]

Hi, grate info I been putting into practice so many of your suggestions. Question I have started the seedlings as you suggested mat and lights, in one tray I am getting what looks like algae any suggestions? Thanks

[@gardenlikeaviking]

ok you probably need to reduce the frequency of watering, increase the temp and airflow... and add this compost extract to help eliminate the algae... also you can spray soil surface with the LABS if you made it in a spray bottle at 1 to 1 dilution

[@emeraldknotts37]

Thank you Nate! I needed this one! So I can use 1oz of just straight urine?

[@gardenlikeaviking]

thats right... the fermented urine from my previous video is best but if you don't have that then just fresh urine will do... you can even go 2oz to the gallon if its fresh

[@benstoth]

If I don't have the fish or fermented urine, can I substitute blood meal for nitrogen?

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes a small amount of blood meal can work but I'd be more inclined to just use fresh urine at about two ounces a gallon of water instead of one..

[@reedofurantia606]

Can you use leaf mold with this?

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes a handful added to the compost is ideal... you can use pure leaf mold but it isn't nearly as nutrient dense as fresh compost

[@bobcat6453]

Hi Nate, Thanks for another spectacular informative video! I start all my seeds on heat mats, how long should I leave the heat on? Does it differ between "cold loving" and "heat loving" plants? Thanks again❤

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes once the cold tolerant plant like brassicas are sprouted you can take them off the mat... but the heat loving stuff like tomatoes and peppers stay on the mat the whole time if possible...

[@DiFish-z6n]

Excellent! Can this be a leaf spray for nutrients?

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes absolutely just be sure to filter very well so as to not clog the sprayers

[@MrTabletman]

Dude, just made a couple gallon of this and have some left over after feeding my seedlings, ok to use whats left for house plants my man?

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes houseplants will love this stuff!!

[@Happy-tc2jt]

Hello,is it ok to make an extract from worm castings? (which to me looks like compost...)

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes that will also work but try to use some compost as well

[@Happy-tc2jt]

@@gardenlikeaviking thank you!!

[@dianak726]

Great video, Nate. I’ve been using leaf mold extract like crazy and my veg plants have never looked this good. Question- do you ever use pine needles in the compost?

[@gardenlikeaviking]

you can use pine needles yes if thats what is available and plentiful... its just they take a long time to break down due to the resins in them

[@dianak726]

@@gardenlikeaviking Thank you. ❤️

[@MK-ti2oo]

I use some pine needles and I have one pile that is probably the size of a dump truck full of them that I used the big rake on the tractor and cleaned out the duff under the trees last year rather than burn it and that pile of nearly all pine needles (there's obviously a little other plant material in there) is broken down to the point that it's usable. I did that in April of last year and piled it up and never touched it again until I stuck my hand in it a few weeks ago when I noticed how nice it looked.

[@dianak726]

@@MK-ti2oo Nice! Good to know. We have tons of pine trees here. I’ve been letting them dry in my garden since last fall. I think I’m going to go over them with the lawn mower tomorrow. Grind them up nice so they may break down faster. Thanks for sharing.

[@MK-ti2oo]

@@dianak726 we have tons of them as well, they also make great mulch. I use a foot thick mat of them each fall to insulate my beds for the winter. My garlic is just popping through so it's fine to move it away (although we we've gotten almost two feet of snow since I woke up this morning 😑).