| O dwellers in the stately towns,
What come ye out to see?
This common earth, this common sky,
This water flowing free?
–John Greenleaf Whittier (1807–92) |
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
163rd day of the year
Summer begins in 9 days
Paula Marshall (actress) was born on this day in 1964.
Jiroemon Kimura (world's oldest man known, as of June 2013; died at age 116) died on this day in 2013.
Question of the Day
Why is there a crescent Moon cutout in outhouse doors? Answer
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Jupiter Closest Today!
Jupiter Draws So Close to Earth, You'll See Its Moons Without a Telescope!
The Giant Planet will draw so close to Earth this week that you’ll be able to see its Moons without a telescope! Called “Jupiter’s Opposition,” this is your best chance of the year to see the biggest planet in our solar system at its very brightest. Bob has the viewing details. |
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| SPONSORED How to Fix Age Spots (Liver Spots) and Uneven Skin Tones
According to a recent European study, dark spots and uneven skin tones can make others think you’re up to 20 years older! Find out the root cause of these spots and the incredible at-home method to help reduce them. |
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Growing Mint
Mint
Mint is a perennial with very fragrant, toothed leaves and tiny purple, pink, or white flowers. It has a fruity, aromatic taste. |
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Beautiful Bee Balm
Bee Balm
A perennial favorite native to North America, bee balm (also called wild bergamot) is beloved in flower beds for its beautiful blooms of red, pink, purple or white—not to mention the fragrant foliage. Here’s how to plant and grow bee balm in your garden! |
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Handcare Caddies
A silver-toned caddy holding luxurious foaming hand soap and rich lotion together in one place. Very elegant, very convenient. Choose from 10 different luxurious scents! |
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Switchel Recipe
Switchel (Haymaker's Punch) Recipe
Switchel, also known as Haymaker’s Punch, is a refreshing drink made with apple cider vinegar. It was how colonial farmers quenched their thirst out in the hot, sunbaked fields—which is enough of an endorsement for me! |
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Extra-Handy Lazy Susan
Spins effortlessly, won’t tip, and holds a lot! Handcrafted in America by a 150-year-old basket company. Constructed with tough Appalachian white ash and brass nails. |
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THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU |
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