Great perspectives which kind of gave me a poke on the head and a kick too. Comparing one over the other can be toxic when we look at it the other way but can be beneficial when we seek improvement and growth.
It's admirable how you are creating your own sustainable ecosystem. I imagine starting it and maintenance isn't all rosy but you're keeping on. I'm pretty sure the generations to come will thank you for it :)
RE: Fighting Weed Growth with Cover Crops and Gravel