Winds of May, that dance on the sea, Dancing a ring-around in glee From furrow to furrow, while overhead The foam flies up to be garlanded, In silvery arches spanning the air. –James Joyce (1882–1941) | Friday, May 24, 2019 144th day of the year Summer begins in 28 days John C. Reilly (actor) was born on this day in 1965. Dick Martin (comedian) died on this day in 2008. Question of the Day An old English saying goes, "Never cast a clout until May is out." Does that refer to the month of May or to May blossoms? Answer
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| | Easy Grilling Recipes Easy Grilling Recipes—And 10 Tips for Grilling Success Ready for a Memorial Day cookout? Here are grilling recipes for the first big cookout of the summer season. Most everything tastes better when grilled over an open fire—if done right. Here are 10 tips on how to grill—plus 10 mouthwatering recipes. We’ve grilled flank steak with herbs, juicy burgers, salmon kabobs, corn and vegetables, and even pizza! | | SPONSORED How To Fix Your Fatigue And Get More Energy There are 3 so called “super foods” that might be draining your energy, making you fatigued, causing you to gain weight, and lowering your metabolism. Watch The Video. | | 2019 Hurricane Forecast The (Early) Forecast for the 2019 Hurricane Season! The 2019 Atlantic/Gulf hurricane season, which runs from June 1 through November 30, is expected to have average or slightly above average activity, with 12 to 14 named storms, including 5 to 7 hurricanes. Of these storms, 2 to 4 are expected to make landfall in the United States. | | Lighted Glass Mason Jar Makes a great centerpiece or accent decoration. Features a 4-hour timer. Requires 2 AAA batteries. | | Plant Marigolds Marigolds No annual is more cheerful or easier to grow than the marigold. These flowers are the spendthrifts among annuals, bringing a wealth of gold, copper, and brass into our summer and autumn gardens. The flower’s popularity probably derives in part from its ability to bloom brightly all summer long. | | Sun Wind Chime Made of brass and features pretty patina that will improve over time. | | How to Beat Bugs How to Beat Bugs in Your Garden While some insects are beneficial, others are an ever-present pest in the vegetable garden—but there’s no reason that they should get the better of you or your crops. | | Lobster Rope Doormats Virtually impervious to wear and water, easy to clean, and excellent at removing dirt and snow! | | Story of "Taps" Bugle Call The Tuneful Tale of "Taps" Ever wonder about the bugle call performed on Memorial Day and Veterans Day and at almost every military funeral? Here’s the tale of “Taps”… | | Candlestick Set of 5 This set of 5 candlesticks is made from real textile mill wooden bobbins. Most are between 50 and 100 years old! Add this charming display to your mantel or as part of your dining room tablescape today. | | THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU |
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