After having to toss my last batch of starter which went rotten due to
neglect, I've today given birth to a new one.

I left some fresh cranberries out for a few days. Poured some water
over them. Mixed that water with whole wheat and honey. After 2
feedings I've got healthy growth.

I've weened it off the honey - but it is still in good shape.

Two things surprised me:

1) It grew up fast - not very sour yet, but I'm sure that will come
with time.
2) It was really imprecise. I just mixed flour and water to a
consistency I thought was reasonable and.....there you go. Shows you
that sometimes the uber-technical is unnecessary.

But when I add salt and make dough - believe me - I've a nice scale to
keep everything in ratio.

Cheers - Tom