Wild lettuce (aka "opium lettuce") is safe to forage but is best in early spring while the leaves are tender. I transplanted some to a big planter this year and let them grow so I could make a pain reliever.
Part of stewardship is learning to use what is readily available around you.
I am often asked how I learned so much about herbal medicine and other practical things. I was taught to valuable my time. The lady who lead me to the Lord was also my first grade teacher, Vice Principal, and PE teacher. She would say, "Your God-given time and talents are too valuable to waste on fruitless endeavors." Examine your activities and see if they are giving you a good return.
