| Pink, small, and punctual,
Aromatic, low,
Covert in April,
Candid in May, Dear to the moss,
Known by the knoll,
Next to the robin
In every human soul. –Emily Dickinson (1830–86) |
Thursday, May 2, 2019
122nd day of the year
Summer begins in 50 days
Kelly Gibson (golfer) was born on this day in 1964.
Jack Kemp (football player & politician) died on this day in 2009.
Question of the Day
What have our astronauts left behind on the surface of the Moon? Answer
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Ravishing Rhododendrons
Rhododendrons
Rhododendrons and azaleas, both from the genus Rhododendron, have long been mainstays of late spring because of their spectacular clusters of showy blooms—plus, large green leaves that often stay green through winter. |
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May Weather Lore
Weather Lore for May
Some people rely more on weather lore than the weatherman. Here are some of our favorites, courtesy of The Old Farmer’s Almanac. |
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The May Dark Sky
Sky Map: May 2019
Stargazing is typically a relaxing evening pursuit at the conclusion of a busy day. But the stars and planets can’t tell time, and they sometimes put on their best displays in the hours just before sunrise. So it is in mid-May, when the Moon dances with our two largest planets in the predawn sky. |
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Birth Flowers of May
May Birth Flowers
The sweet flowers of May embody the hopes and dreams of those who give them. |
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Vern Ader’s Weed Spinner
Remove weeds and their roots in one quick spin! The action is fast and the result is very satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty. |
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Birthstones of May
May Birthstone: Color and Meaning
The May birthstone, the emerald, was a favorite gem of Cleopatra and Catherine the Great. It has long been associated with fertility, rebirth, and love. |
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