| Where shall we keep the holiday,
And duly greet the entering May?
–From "May-Day," Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Thursday, May 3, 2018
123rd day of the year
Summer begins in 49 days
Dul� Hill (actor) was born on this day in 1974.
Frank Levingston (at time of death, was oldest surviving WWII veteran) died on this day in 2016.
Question of the Day
Is there a reason most barns are painted red? Answer
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Protecting Garden From Birds
How to Keep Birds Away From Your Garden
Birds are a welcome addition to the garden, but if the crows are devouring your corn and the jays are eating your berries, here are a few ways to keep birds away from your garden. |
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| SPONSORED Fill Your Garden with Love
Catching the light “just so,” this shimmering heart creates everlasting beauty by twirling in even the gentlest of breezes. |
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Ants On Peonies
Ants on Peonies
The peonies in my backyard always have ants crawling on the flower buds. Many people think ants are a pest on peonies. |
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Birth Flower for May
May Birth Flowers
The sweet flowers of May embody the hopes and dreams of those who give them. |
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Red Radish Soup
Red Radish Soup
Unpeeled red radishes are cooked and then puréed to create a creamy soup with a delicate pink blush. |
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Hostess Napkins
Stunning prints in bright colors on soft, triple-ply paper! Folded size: 4.4 inches x 7.9 inches. |
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Ticks Are Emerging
Tick Bites | Lyme Disease | Treatment
If you spend time outside or have pets that go outdoors, it’s important to be aware of tick bites—their symptoms, prevention, and treatment. Some ticks transmit Lyme Disease, so we’ll also help you understand types of tickets and disease symptoms. |
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The Gift of Gardening
Makes a great Mother’s Day gift! The Gift of Gardening is a lovely illustrated book filled with inspirational quotes and interesting facts harvested from The Old Farmer‘s Almanac. It is perfect for the garden enthusiast. |
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