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blue sea

The earth is waking at the voice of May,
The new grass brightens by the trodden way,
The woods wave welcome to the sweet spring day,
And the sea is growing summer blue.

–Elizabeth Akers Allen (1832–1911)

 

Tuesday, May 22, 2018
142nd day of the year
Summer begins in 30 days

Paul Winfield (actor) was born on this day in 1941.
Tiffany Two (oldest cat at the time, died at age 27 years, 2 months, and 9 days) died on this day in 2015.


Question of the Day
What is the origin of American football, and when was the first game played? Answer

 
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Sunny Sunflowers!

Sunflowers
Sunflowers say “summer” like no other plant. American natives, sunflowers are grown for beauty and harvested for seed.
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Caring for Cannas

Cannas
Cannas are among the most colorful summer bulbs—as flamboyant as their tropical American ancestry—with ruffled spikes tapering to refined buds.
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Angel Wind Chime

This nicely detailed chime is made from thick, rust-proof aluminum to last!
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Delicious Rhubarb Chutney

Rhubarb Chutney Recipe

If you are looking for ways to use your rhubarb crop, we highly suggest that you try this Rhubarb Chutney.

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Large Drop Ceramic Bird Feeder

Add vibrant color to outdoor spaces!
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Honey for Health

Honey Health Benefits
Cuts, scrapes, scratches, burns, coughs, canker sores, heartburn, stomach upsets, diaper rash—mostly minor, but sometimes painful and always inconvenient—are common occurrences in most households. What to do? Some people reach for the honey.
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Cricket Garden Sculpture

Over a foot long and made of cast iron!
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Spring Allergy Relief

Spring Allergies and Sufferin' Sinuses
In most regions of the nation, spring brings on a pollen assault. For days, sometimes weeks, pollen fills the air. It dusts the car and buildings, the surrounding landscape. Many of us don’t have to see it to know that pollens have blown in: Our stuffed-up sinuses deliver the message.
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