Clogged drains, wedding customs, green tomatoes

Daily Newsletter for Tuesday, August 29, 2017

bees on goldenrod

Silence again. The glorious symphony
Hath need of pause and interval of peace.
Some subtle signal bids all sweet sounds cease,
Save hum of insects’ aimless industry.
–Helen Hunt Jackson (1830–85)

 
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
241st day of the year


Chris Hadfield (astronaut) was born on this day in 1959.
Ingrid Bergman (actress) died on this day in 1982.
 

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Clogged Drains?

How to Keep Drains from Clogging
If you have running water in your home, here are a few important things you need to know about your drains!
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Wedding Customs and Traditions

Wedding Traditions, Customs, and Etiquette
Here’s a look at some common wedding customs, traditions, and etiquette—from then and now!
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Ripening Green Tomatoes

How to Ripen Green Tomatoes
When temperatures begin to drop, tomatoes stop ripening so it’s time to take action!
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When to Harvest Guide

When to Harvest Vegetables and Fruit
How do you know when fruit and vegetables are ready to pick? Whether you are a gardener or a grocery shopper, this harvest guide will help you recognize when your summer fruit and vegetables are at the peak of flavor.
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Late Summer Berry Pie

Cherry Berry Pie

This mouthwatering pie bursting with berries comes from one of our newest cookbooks, Cooking Fresh With The Old Farmer’s Almanac.
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