Sunflowers, mercury retrograde, casserole

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Daily Newsletter for Thursday, March 22, 2018

daisies

Don't say that spring has come until you can put your foot on nine daisies. 

–unknown
Thursday, March 22, 2018
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Mercury Retrograde Begins

 Mercury Retrograde Dates for 2020
Mercury’s next period of retrograde motion lasts from June 18 to July 12, 2020! According to the age-old practice of astrology, we are all influenced by the effect of Mercury in retrograde.
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Healing Stone Wind Chime - Jade

Precision-tuned to an ancient Chinese pentatonic (five-tone) scale that represents water, wood, fire, earth, and metal. 
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$49.99
 
Growing Sunflowers

 Sunflowers
Sunflowers say “summer” like no other plant. When do we plant these North American natives? How long do sunflowers take to grow? When do sunflowers bloom? We’ll answer these questions in our Sunflower Growing Guide—covering everything from planting to cutting flowers to harvesting seeds!
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Cloud 9 Rectangular Pillow

Our charming cotton pillows are the perfect way to refresh a room for the new season!
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$39.95
 
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Seed-Starting Video

 How to Make Your Own Seed-Starting Mix
Seed-starting mixes are essential for sowing many vegetables, herbs and flowers. But with so much to sow over the coming weeks and months, they can be expensive—unless you make your own. Here’s how!
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Bushel and a Peck Pillow

A rustic, double-sided pillow featuring a distressed “Love You A Bushel And A Peck / And A Hug Around The Neck” sentiments.
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$34.95
 
Broccoli Noodle Casserole

 Broccoli-Noodle Casserole

Whether you are in the mood for a vegetarian main dish or just an extra-tasty side dish, this broccoli, noodle, and cheese recipe is sure to please.
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Farmhouse Couch Pillows

Choose from many different designs. Perfect for a country-themed home.
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$21.95-$44.95
 
Best Rhubarb Recipes

 Favorite Rhubarb Recipes
Ready for rhubarb recipes? In pioneer days, rhubarb was literally called the “pie plant” (for obvious reasons). The tart flavor bakes nicely into pies, crumbles, breads and cakes, and also adds a tangy flavor to savory dishes. You can also try making a rhubarb julep! See 15 ways to use rhubarb. 
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Bright and Bold Umbrellas

These sturdy umbrellas come in several nature-inspired designs.
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$39.97