| Then a flash of sun on a waiting hill,
Streams laugh that erst were quiet,
The sky smiles down with a dazzling blue
And the woods run mad with riot.
–Paul Laurence Dunbar (1872–1906) |
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
206th day of the year
Autumn begins in 59 days
Matt LeBlanc (actor) was born on this day in 1967.
Jake (dog that searched for September 11th and Hurricane Katrina victims) died on this day in 2007.
Question of the Day
Do you know who invented the Snugli, which many women use to carry babies? Answer
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Mars at Opposition Friday!
Mars at Opposition 2018 | The Red Planet’s Close Approach
We’re about to see one of the truly great sky events of 2018. Friday night, July 27, is the date of the long-awaited Mars opposition of 2018. It’s the most celebrated planet coming unusually close to Earth. And finding it requires no sky knowledge. It’s extremely bright and very red in the night sky—even now! |
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Beverly Hills surgeon explains at-home fix for crepey skin around the arms, legs, and stomach. |
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Accidental Garden Tools!
5 Accidental Tools for the Garden and Kitchen
I love things that meet a need so specific that they get a job done when nothing else could. In the push-and-pull of the moment, I’ve discovered many such tools, mostly ad hoc, accidentally or serendipitously, mostly to use in the garden. Below are five in no particular order. |
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Growing Big Pumpkins
Pumpkins
Whether you use them for carving or cooking, pumpkins do not disappoint. Here’s how to plant, grow, and harvest pumpkins! |
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Handcare Caddies
A silver-toned caddy holding luxurious foaming hand soap and rich lotion together in one place. Very elegant, very convenient. |
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Crunchy Dill Pickles Recipe
Crunchy Dill Pickles
This super-easy dill pickle recipe results in delicious, crisp pickles that go great with anything. Perfect for a summer picnic or cookout! |
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Love You a Bushel and a Peck Coffee Mugs
Large, double-sided, dishwasher-safe mugs. Choose from different fun designs! Handles work equally well for both left- and right-handed people. Each mug includes a generously-sized hole that allows coffee to pour out when the mug is tilted. |
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Sleep Better and Stop Snoring
How to Sleep Better and Stop Snoring
If you are suffering from insomnia or sleep deprivation, simply can’t sleep, or are snoring, you might benefit from these natural sleep aids, which might help you sleep better. |
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