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Poor robin redbreast,
Look where he comes;
Let him in to feel your fire,
And toss him of your crumbs.
–Christina G. Rossetti (1830–94)
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Monday, February 17, 2020
48th day of the year
Spring begins in 31 days
Michael Jordan (basketball player) was born on this day in 1963.
Lee Strasberg (actor and director) died on this day in 1982.
Question of the Day
Why did old-time fire trucks have dogs (usually dalmatians) on board? Were the dogs just mascots, or did they serve some purpose? Answer
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Early Spring Lawn Care
Common Lawn Problems: Nutsedge, Crabgrass, Dandelions, & More
When the blossom on forsythia is swelling, it’s time to think about lawn care. A basic spring weed treatment is the very minimum. Addressing weeds before they emerge is the key to a good lawn season. Here the 10 most common lawn care problems—focusing first on yellow nutsedge and crabgrass since both need early attention. |
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Forcing Forsythia
How to Force Forsythia Flowers in 5 Steps
Do you have forsythia? Forcing branches into bloom inside can give you an early taste of spring while you are still in the midst of winter. Here are my photos showing you how to force forsythia in five steps. You can also force redbud, dogwood, magnolia, crabapple, pussy willow, and many other flowering branches. |
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Mercury Retrograde Begins
Mercury Retrograde Dates for 2020
Mercury’s retrograde motion will start again on February 17, 2020! According to the age-old practice of astrology, we are all influenced by the effect of Mercury in retrograde. |
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Playing Cards
Card decks featuring butterflies, baby animals, or the birds of North America! |
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Strawberry Crepes
Strawberry Crepes
Delight someone with these easy Strawberry Crepes. Cut the strawberries into heart shapes for extra points! |
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Winter Stress Relief Tips
Mid-Winter Stress Relief
Light deprivation, snow and ice storms, dangerous driving conditions, power outages, frozen pipes, overindulgence, weight gain: Winter delivers extra stresses, especially to those in cold regions. However, hare are some “stress-busters” to lessen its negative effects on our health and well-being. |
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Feed Sack-Style Couch Pillows
Couch pillows that look like vintage feed sacks. Choose from many different designs. Perfect for a country-themed or farmhouse home. |
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