As a rule of thumb, always add things sequentially according to their hardness. For instance, things like turnips, carrots, potatoes, celery and even onions go in first. Then add more tender things. Add some leafy things and mushrooms last.I do salt them while resting. That sounds like a very good soup. All veggies added at the end?
A lepidopterist is someone that studies moths and butterflies.No these are Bird people!
Bug pepole are Antemolgist
Oh, no! Poor kitty
I chased her off. I hope it is not too toxic. I do know her milk will be tossed tonight. Have a great Labor Day everyone. It is time to get back to work.

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