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Adrift in the liberating, late light
of August, delicate, frivolous,
they make their way to my front porch
and flutter near the glassed-in bulb,
translucent as a thought suddenly
wondered aloud, illumining the air
that's thick with honeysuckle and dusk.
–Jennifer O'Grady (b. 1963) |
Tuesday, August 6, 2019
218th day of the year
Autumn begins in 48 days
Andy Warhol (artist) was born on this day in 1928.
John Hughes (writer & director) died on this day in 2009.
Question of the Day
When did the practice of naming hurricanes begin, and where did the word hurricane come from? Answer
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Harvesting Carrots
Carrots
Garden-grown carrots are full of flavor and texture. However, gardeners often complain that their carrots don’t grow straight. We’ll tell you how to properly plant and grow carrots. |
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Growing a Fig Tree
Figs
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Easy Peach Strudel
Peach and Almond Strudel
Tired of peach pies? Save some of your peaches for this easy-to-make Peach and Almond Strudel. It tastes like it came from a gourmet bakery. |
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Which Thickening Starch?
Cornstarch, Arrowroot, & Starches: What's the Difference?
Summer’s extreme heat may take the starch right out of you. But it’s the time of year to reach for one of the common cooking starches—cornstarch, arrowroot, tapioca, or potato starch—to thicken your berry pies, crisps and cobblers, garden-vegetable stir fries, and other foods. Why might you choose to use one kind of starch over the other? |
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Dog and Cat Pests
Summer Pests That Affect Dogs and Cats
Summertime, and the livin’ is easy…not only for us, but also for the companion animals in our lives. The family dogs and cats seem to enjoy summer fun as much as we do. But the warm months bring special challenges to pet owners—fleas, ticks, skunk encounters, and more! |
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