| There through the long, long summer hours,
The golden light should lie,
And thick young herbs and groups of flowers
Stand in their beauty by.
–William Cullen Bryant (1794–1878) |
Monday, June 10, 2019
161st day of the year
Summer begins in 11 days
Jim Shea (Olympic gold medalist, Men's Skeleton) was born on this day in 1968.
Gordie Howe (hockey player) died on this day in 2016.
Question of the Day
What is the origin of the word pew? Answer
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Jupiter's Opposition Today!
Jupiter Draws So Close to Earth, You'll See Its Moons Without a Telescope!
The Giant Planet will draw so close to Earth this week that you’ll be able to see its Moons without a telescope! Called “Jupiter’s Opposition,” this is your best chance of the year to see the biggest planet in our solar system at its very brightest. Bob has the viewing details. |
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| SPONSORED Disease & Weed Control
One of the saddest things you can experience as a gardener is to see all of your beautiful plants fall prey to disease or weeds. Jung Seed provides everything needed to keep your garden disease and weed free year round. |
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Hot Pepper Problems
Hot Pepper Problems in the Garden
Peppers rarely have serious issues in the vegetable garden. However, this year, we had some pepper growing problems. I thought I’d share our experiences so that you may also benefit if your peppers have problems! |
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| SPONSORED Cardiologist: “I Beg Everyone To Quit 3 Foods”
There are 4 foods that can hijack the chemicals in your brain. These foods can “rewire” your brain and cause you to crave fat, sugars, and carbs, even when your stomach is full – and worst of all, they could be the reason why you are gaining weight. |
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Build a Bug Hotel
Build a Bug Hotel
Not all insects should be considered pests. Some insects are crucial to the success of fruits and vegetables. |
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Growing Watermelon
Watermelons
Everyone seems to love juicy watermelon in the summertime. Native to Africa, melons need warm temperatures (up to 80°F during the day) and a long growing season. |
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Zucchini Pizza
Zucchini Pizza
When you’re faced with a glut of zucchini, turn to this healthy and delicious recipe that uses squash instead of dough for a crust. |
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Ever Hear the Whippoorwill?
When the Whippoorwill Calls
Does the whippoorwill suck goat’s milk? Does it foretell death, marriage, or woe? Can your aching back be cured by its call? Few birds have spun such a crazed web of mythology and myth-information. At the heart of this confusion and misdirection is a medium-size bird, aka goatsucker. |
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THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU |
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