| A touch of cold in the Autumn night
I walked abroad,
And saw the ruddy moon lean over a hedge
Like a red-faced farmer.
I did not stop to speak, but nodded;
And round about were the wistful stars
With white faces like town children.
–T. E. Hulme (1883–1917) |
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
325th day of the year
Winter begins in 30 days
Jena Malone (actress) was born on this day in 1984.
Deborah Raffin (actress and audiobook publisher) died on this day in 2012.
Question of the Day
How can I hang a picture without cracking my plaster wall? Answer |
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Here’s a solution for when you need a place to “go” but it’s difficult and too expensive to install a waste system. This toilet requires no plumbing or digging, uses no water and is easy to install almost anywhere. |
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A Year of Natural Disasters
A Costly Year: The Damaging Weather of 2017
With wildfires, hurricanes, drought, and natural disasters, this year has been by far the costliest ever in the United States in terms of weather events. The total cost of weather-related damages has likely exceeded $350 billion, at least $100 billion more than the previous mark. Of course, this figure does not include the far more important loss of lives. |
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Mistletoe & Holly Brooch
A lovely fine pewter pin for the holidays. Wear it on sweaters, coats and hats. Handmade in Vermont. |
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Reasons to be Grateful
Cosmic Gratitude on Thanksgiving
Most of us have a lot to be thankful for. It would be nice to hold a Thanksgiving star party, where astronomers could rattle off their own special reasons to be grateful. I’ll go first. |
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Fresh Eggs From Happy Chickens Metal Sign
Features beautiful, rustic colors. Hang in your kitchen or on your chicken coop. Made on Bainbridge Island, Washington, from heavy-duty aluminum to last like a street sign! |
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Seed Heads for Winter Birds
Plants With Seeds to Feed the Birds
Most of the garden has been stripped down to bare bones but I am in no hurry to cut down any plants that have interesting seed heads. The birds fully appreciate having a smorgasbord of seeds to choose from and we love watching them. |
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Spruce Soy Wax Candle
This large, eye-catching candle comes in a printed glass container housed in a decorative box with a wooden ball top. Perfect for gift-giving! |
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Easing into Holiday Meals
Bowls and Boards For The Holiday Table
Facing some health issues this fall, I turned my mind toward how to make holiday meals that would minimize exertion but maximize variety and flavor. For some reason, instead of frozen casseroles, stews, lasagnes, and quiches, two words popped into my mind: bowls and boards! |
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Santa's Key
The perfect solution for homes without a chimney! |
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