| September fattens on vines. Roses
flake from the wall. The smoke
of harmless fires drifts to my eyes. This is plenty. This is more than enough. –Geoffrey Hill (1932–2016) |
Tuesday, September 4, 2018
247th day of the year
Autumn begins in 18 days
Damon Wayans (actor) was born on this day in 1960.
Joan Rivers (comedienne) died on this day in 2014.
Question of the Day
Our bathroom mat with rubber backing left a yellow color on our bathroom floor (vinyl). How can we get it out? Answer
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10 Garden Cleanup Tips
10 Fall Cleanup Tips for a Better Spring Garden
Though gardening season may wind down by fall, September and October are actually the months to begin preparing the yard and garden for spring! With cooler weather and fewer insects, it’s also easier to do this work in late summer and autumn, not during freezing temperatures. Here are 10 fall cleanup tips for a better spring garden. |
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See How to Save Seeds
How to Save Seeds From Beans, Peppers, Onions, and More!
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How We Predict the Weather
How We Predict the Weather
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Where Are We Going?
Where in Space Are We Headed?
Want to be amazed? Look skyward on the next clear night. There’s no hurry: it can be tomorrow night or two weeks from now. Pull up a chair. With your own eyes, you’ll be able to see which way you, Earth, the Sun, and the entire galaxy are moving in space. |
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