| On this scene enter--winged, horned, and spined—
A longlegs, a moth, and a dumbledore;
While 'mid my page there idly stands
A sleepy fly, that rubs its hands . . .
–Thomas Hardy (1840–1928) |
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
240th day of the year
Autumn begins in 25 days
Shania Twain (country singer) was born on this day in 1965.
World's oldest dog, Chanel the dachshund, aged 147 in dog years, 21 in human years died on this day in 2009.
Question of the Day
Why are undershirts called T-shirts? Answer
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Diatomaceous Earth
What is Diatomaceous Earth?
Gardeners are often given the advice to sprinkle diatomaceous earth (DE) around plants to deter pests. Unsurprisingly, we’re often asked, “What is diatomaceous earth, exactly?” Well, here’s your answer… |
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How to Build a Raised Bed
How to Build a Raised Bed Step-by-Step
With just a few materials, we will show you how to build a simple 4 x 4-foot raised bed for your garden. No prior DIY skills required! We hope this demonstration is helpful. Full text provided. |
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Easy Turkey Tacos
Turkey Tacos
This recipe for Turkey Tacos makes a basic soft taco, but add or subtract as you see fit–try avocados, chopped lettuce, carrots, or olives. |
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Zucchini Marmalade
Zucchini Marmalade
This Zucchini Marmalade, with a slight hint of lemon and ginger, will disappear when served with warm scones. A great way to use up your bumper crop of zucchini! |
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