| May brings flocks of pretty lambs,
Skipping by their fleecy dams. –Sara Coleridge (1802–52) |
Monday, May 7, 2018
127th day of the year
Summer begins in 45 days
Alex Smith (football player) was born on this day in 1984.
Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. (actor) died on this day in 2000.
Question of the Day
Why is a nautical mile different from a land mile? Answer
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The Divine Iris
Irises
The tall, beautiful iris, named after the Greek goddess who rode rainbows, comes in many magical colors. Here’s how to grow irises in your garden! |
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Glass Sun Catchers
Choose from a large selection of designs, colors, and sizes. Handmade in the USA. |
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Coop Considerations
Chicken Coop Design Considerations
There is no one perfect chicken coop design for a small backyard flock, but whether you are building your own coop, repurposing a garden shed or kids’ playhouse, or shopping for a pre-made structure, there are several things to look for and take into consideration when making your choice. |
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What Are Sunspots?
What Are Sunspots?
The Old Farmer’s Almanac uses sunspot activity to help in making its weather predictions. What are sunspots? We explain. |
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Feeling Louse-y?
How to Get Rid of Head Lice
Ever dealt with head lice? It’s not an unusual problem in schools. I remember when my daughter was sent home with lice, along with half her class. The nurse gave us a fact sheet of instructions for treating the problem. |
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