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Hence, let me haste into the mid wood shade,
Where scarce a sunbeam wanders through the gloom.

—James Thompson (1700–48)

Wednesday, August 19, 2020
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I am prepared either to scold or lie, according to the end you take me by.
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Caring for Morning Glories

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Preventing Blossom-End Rot

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