| When high the sun in noonday glory rides,
Where willows keep the lake's green margin cool,
The speckled trout amid their shadow hides,
And dragonflies haunt every shaded pool.
–Thomas S. Collier (1842–93) |
Friday, August 10, 2018
222nd day of the year
Autumn begins in 43 days
Antonio Banderas (actor) was born on this day in 1960.
Isaac Hayes (singer & songwriter) died on this day in 2008.
Question of the Day
Where does the word chitterling or chitlin come from? And how did it come to apply to children? Answer
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How to Espalier
How to Espalier: Fruit Trees in Small Spaces
Whether your garden is formal or informal, the addition of an espalier, trained flat against a building wall or fence, is sure to be an eye-catcher. This is especially efficient for fruit trees in small garden spaces. |
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Freezing Peppers
Freezing Peppers
Peppers are such a lovely fruit. They come in many different colors, sizes and hotness. Plus, they’re easy to freeze to use all winter. See how. |
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Growing Turnips
Turnips
Turnips are cool-weather vegetables that can be grown both in spring and fall, avoiding the hot summer months. They mature very rapidly and you can enjoy both the greens and the roots. Try this ancient root vegetable that’s been grown for over 3,000 years. |
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Perseid Shower This Weekend
Meteor Shower Calendar 2018
When is the next meteor shower? See the Almanac’s 2018 Meteor Shower Calendar for the dates of all the principal meteor showers during the year, plus meteor shower viewing tips. |
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Watermelon Salad
Watermelon Cucumber Salad
This is very a light, fresh, and cool salad that can be enjoyed anytime and with any meal or just as a nice in-between meal snack. |
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