| O sweet September rain!
I hear it fall upon the garden beds,
Freshening the blossoms which begin to wane. –Mortimer Collins (1827–76) |
Sunday, September 9, 2018
252nd day of the year
Autumn begins in 13 days
Adam Sandler (actor) was born on this day in 1966.
Burgess Meredith (actor) died on this day in 1997.
Question of the Day
Was "Donna" the name of the hurricane that struck Massachusetts in the 1950s? Answer
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Woolly Worm Weather Predictors
Woolly Bear Caterpillars and Weather Prediction
The woolly bear caterpillar—also called woolly worm and fuzzy worm—has the reputation of being able to forecast the coming winter weather. Whether this is fact or folklore, learn more about this legendary caterpillar and how to “read” the worm. |
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Vern Ader’s Weed Spinner
Dandelions don’t stand a chance! Remove weeds and their roots in one whirling motion. The action is fast and the result is very satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty. |
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Colorful Kitchen Aprons
Made for the home chef. These aprons are 100% cotton for easy care and have bold prints. Impress your guests at dinner parties! |
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How to Store Veggies
How to Store Vegetables
Although most houses these days are not equipped with root cellars, you can probably modify some space in your cellar or garage for storing vegetables. |
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Grandparents Day on Sunday
Grandparents Day 2018
Grandparents Day is always celebrated on the first Sunday after Labor Day. Take the time to honor your grandparents with these ideas! |
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3 Breakfast Recipes
3 Scrumptious Breakfast Recipes
On weekends, take your time and enjoy some breakfast goodness. Whether French toast, omelets, or waffles, these are a nice change from cold cereal. |
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Love You a Bushel and a Peck Coffee Mugs
Large, double-sided, dishwasher-safe mugs. Choose from different fun designs! Handles work equally well for both left- and right-handed people. Each mug includes a generously-sized hole that allows coffee to pour out when the mug is tilted. |
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