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pink

Pink, small, and punctual,
Aromatic, low,
Covert in April,
Candid in May,

Dear to the moss,
Known by the knoll,
Next to the robin
In every human soul
.

–Emily Dickinson (1830–86)

 

Thursday, May 2, 2019
122nd day of the year
Summer begins in 50 days

Kelly Gibson (golfer) was born on this day in 1964.
Jack Kemp (football player & politician) died on this day in 2009.


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Ravishing Rhododendrons

Rhododendrons
Rhododendrons and azaleas, both from the genus Rhododendron, have long been mainstays of late spring because of their spectacular clusters of showy blooms—plus, large green leaves that often stay green through winter.
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Chicken Soup for the Soil® is 100% toxin free and includes all the elements in the periodic table. Higher quality fruits and vegetables. Will not wash out of soil.
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May Weather Lore

Weather Lore for May
Some people rely more on weather lore than the weatherman. Here are some of our favorites, courtesy of The Old Farmer’s Almanac.
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Veterinarian: Add This One Thing To Your Dog's Food To Help Them Be Healthier

According to Dr. Gary Richter, one of the top veterinarians in the world, many dogs are at risk of serious health issues… but their owners may be missing the warning signs. Dr. Richter shares a trick — which anybody can do — while trying to improve his own dog’s health.
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The May Dark Sky

Sky Map: May 2019
Stargazing is typically a relaxing evening pursuit at the conclusion of a busy day. But the stars and planets can’t tell time, and they sometimes put on their best displays in the hours just before sunrise. So it is in mid-May, when the Moon dances with our two largest planets in the predawn sky.
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The Old Farmer's Almanac All-Natural Ant Repellent

Repels Black, Red, Fire, Crazy, Sweet, and Carpenter Ants!
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Birth Flowers of May

May Birth Flowers
The sweet flowers of May embody the hopes and dreams of those who give them.  
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Vern Ader’s Weed Spinner

Remove weeds and their roots in one quick spin! The action is fast and the result is very satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty.
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$15.99
 
Birthstones of May

May Birthstone: Color and Meaning
The May birthstone, the emerald, was a favorite gem of Cleopatra and Catherine the Great. It has long been associated with fertility, rebirth, and love. 
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Glass Sun Catchers

Oodles of colors and designs to choose from!
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