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fireflies at night

On the warm and perfumed dark
glows the firefly's tender spark.

–Horatio Nelson Powers (1826–90)

Thursday, July 19, 2018
200th day of the year
Autumn begins in 65 days

Anthony Edwards (actor) was born on this day in 1962.
Garry Marshall (director, producer, actor) died on this day in 2016.


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Vern Ader’s Weed Spinner

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Silver Mercury Lantern

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Dragonfly Wooden Night Lights

These highly intricate and detailed night lights were carved with a laser. The craftsmanship is outstanding. Each shade consists of 4 pieces of wood held together with interlocking finger joints. The best part is that the shade hides the bulb, even when viewed from the side. Made in the USA.
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Bee Brand Tote

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