| A moon-flooded prairie; a straying
Of leal-hearted lovers; a baying
Of far away watching dogs; a dreaming
Of brown-fisted farmers; a gleaming
Of fireflies eddying nigh, —
And that is July!
–James N. Matthews (1852–1910) |
Tuesday, July 3, 2018
184th day of the year
Autumn begins in 81 days
Yeardley Smith (actress) was born on this day in 1964.
Andy Griffith (actor) died on this day in 2012.
Question of the Day
Should I be able to tell whether it's early morning or late afternoon just by looking at the sky? In other words, is there a difference between the appearance of sunrise and sunset? Answer
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Dog Days Begin
What Are the Dog Days of Summer?
What are the “Dog Days of Summer”—and when are they? The answer might surprise you. Enjoy this page about the meaning and origins of the “Dog Days of Summer.” |
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Wine Bottle Lights
Create ambient lighting from an empty wine bottle! Choose a bottle from a special celebration or because of its interesting shape and color. |
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Tips on Plant Supports
Plant Supports: It's a Holdup!
Now that your plants are up and growing, you’ll find that some of them need a little support. Encouraging sprawling plants to grow up will keep the fruit cleaner and make it easier to harvest along with giving the whole plant better exposure to the sun. A trellised plant can provide shade for a crop like lettuce that would appreciate a little break from the hot sun. |
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Growing Squash
Squash (Zucchini)
Squash, especially zucchini, are very prolific producers! Easy to grow, each plant will produce several squash a day during peak season. Make sure you harvest summer squash when tender and still immature! |
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Kaleidoscope Wind Spinner
Features a deep and highly reflective finish that hypnotically pulses with each breeze! Made in the USA to last. |
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Dog Days Iced Tea
Dog Days Iced Tea
A hot summer day is the best time to whip up a refreshing pitcher of Dog Days Iced Tea. |
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Ode to a Cow Almanac Wooden Sign
This poem was originally printed in The 1936 Old Farmer’s Almanac. Its inspirational advice is still relevant for today’s busy lifestyles. |
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