| All day I have watched the purple vine leaves
Fall into the water.
And now in the moonlight they still fall,
But each leaf is fringed with silver. –Amy Lowell (1874–1925) |
Friday, October 20, 2017
293rd day of the year
Winter begins in 62 days
Viggo Mortensen (actor) was born on this day in 1958.
Oscar de la Renta (fashion designer) died on this day in 2014.
Question of the Day
How can I remove water discolorations from my bathroom marble counter? Answer |
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Notebook
A gardener’s most useful tool is knowledge from past seasons. Don’t rely on sticky notes or memory! You’ll love our beautiful Garden Notebook with its waterproof cover—easy to bring to the garden. Keep records so you know when pests arrive and when to put preventative controls in place to avoid damage. Also, track what blossoms when, first and last frost dates, what was planted where, what worked, favorite varieties, what you want to move, and other notes. |
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Ever Tried Pumpkin Pickles?
Pumpkin Pickles
These pumpkin pickles are a nice change from the usual sweet pumpkin treats. They make a great pairing with a cheese plate and add color to any autumn meal. |
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Autumnal Tree Wall Art
This brilliant and highly reflective 16-inch metal art piece was laser-cut from rugged steel and then powder-coated for rust resistance and durability. Handcrafted with a 7-step metallic color infusion process and features a unique swirl pattern that creates an additional layer of dimension and interest. |
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Halloween Weather
What Is So Spooky About Halloween Weather?
Why does Halloween fit so well with October? It’s just interesting to think about how much weather and daylight affect the whole nature of a celebration. |
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Spruce Soy Wax Candle
This large, eye-catching candle comes in a printed glass container housed in a decorative box with a wooden ball top. Perfect for gift-giving! |
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Amazing Pumpkin Carvings
How to Carve a Pumpkin
When it comes to pumpkin carving, the idea is to have fun. We’ve got tips on carving the best pumpkin as well as how to pick a good pumpkin for carving! |
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