| I spot the hills
With yellow balls in autumn
I light the prairie cornfields
Orange and tawny gold clusters
And I am called pumpkins. –Carl Sandburg (1878–1967) |
Monday, October 29, 2018
302nd day of the year
Winter begins in 53 days
Joely Fisher (actress) was born on this day in 1967.
Chang Lin-Tien (first Asian-American to head a major U.S. university when he was named chancellor at the University of California at Berkeley) died on this day in 2002.
Question of the Day
What is the farthest distance inland that a hurricane has traveled in the United States? Answer
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Halloween Stargazing
The Seven Sisters at Halloween
It’s an annual autumn ritual: The reappearance of the glorious Seven Sisters. During Halloween week, they always rises in the east before 7 PM and are nicely up after 8 PM. Learn more about the Pleiades—and their connection to All Hallows’ Eve. |
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Alpaca Fleece Socks
The cure for cold feet! Alpaca socks are soft, luxurious, and warmer than sheep’s wool. Choose from active outdoor and extreme cold styles. |
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How to Freeze Brussels Sprouts
Freezing Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are not the easiest vegetable to grow. I actually gave up on them years ago as they were consistently very small. Then I learned a couple of growing tricks—plus, how to freeze brussels sprouts. |
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Traditional Halloween Crafts
5 Traditional Halloween Crafts
Enjoy these fun, traditional Halloween crafts—from apple heads to cornhusk dolls! They’re great for the young and the young at heart! |
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Old-Fashioned Candy Apples
Candy Apples
Learn how to make classic candy apples with these easy steps. These colorful treats add a festive touch to any fall or Halloween gathering! |
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Cough Remedies
Home Remedies for Cough Relief
Coughs, while rarely serious, can be really annoying. Some of these natural remedies can provide great relief from a cough, especially when you’re having difficulty sleeping. |
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Scented Room Sprays
Change the ambiance of a room in an instant with our lusciously fragrant room sprays! |
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