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In May, when sea-winds pierced our solitudes,
I found the fresh Rhodora in the woods,
Spreading its leafless blooms in a damp nook,
To please the desert and the sluggish brook.
–Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-82)

Tuesday, May 5, 2020
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Summer begins in 46 days

Question of the Day
Why does rain bring worms out on the sidewalks? – Answer

Puzzle of the Day
What did one hurricane say to the other hurricane? – Answer

Growing Sunflowers

Sunflowers
Sunflowerssay “summer” like no other plant. When do we plant these North American natives? How long do sunflowers take to grow? When do sunflowers bloom? We’ll answer these questions in our Sunflower Growing Guide—covering everything from planting to cutting flowers to harvesting seeds!

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Fun Garden Activities!

Fun Garden Activities for Kids
Are you looking for some ideas to keep the kids busy and maybe teach them a bit of science while you’re at it? Well, the Great Outdoors can keep them amused and outdoors is the perfect classroom to feed their hungry minds. Here, then, are fun ideas to keep children happy, healthy, and educated using your garden or whatever outside space you have…

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Heart Surgeon: Throw Out Your Olive Oil Now (Here’s Why)

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Bad Dreams in Stressful Times

COVID-19 Quarantine: Having Nightmares?
Have you experienced any nightmares or troubled dreams? After being quarantined at home for a few weeks, some folks have reported having nightmares. What are nightmares, anyway? And are there some remedies to help for a good night’s sleep? Let’s check in with our night life.

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May's Horoscope by Celeste

Monthly Horoscope for May 2020
Here’s your monthly horoscope for May 2020. This month brings Pluto’s return and the best days to plant crops by the Moon! Find out more from Almanac astrologer Celeste Longacre, who provides at-a-glance predictions for all 12 zodiac signs.

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