Sunburn remedies, kimchi, second plantings

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Daily Newsletter for Wednesday, July 11, 2018

wind across the Earth

How many songs, O summer wind,
How many songs you know
Of fair, sweet things in your wanderings,
As over the earth you go. 
–Ina Donna Coolbrith (1841–1928)
Wednesday, July 11, 2018
 192nd day of the year


Lisa Rinna (actress) was born on this day in 1963.
Lady Bird Johnson (U.S. First Lady) died on this day in 2007.
 
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Ouch! Sunburn Remedies

 Home Remedies for Sunburn Relief & Treatment
Here are 20 home remedies for sunburn relief and treatment. If you have a minor sunburn (where the skin is red or sore, but not blistered or broken), try one of these sunburn remedies to help soothe your pain.
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When to Water Veggies

 When to Water Your Vegetable Garden | Watering Chart
How much water do you really need? When is the best time to water your vegetables? See our tips on watering your garden—plus, a chart of when and how much to water specific crops.
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Second Plantings

 Succession Planting Tips to Maximize Your Harvest
In this gardening video, we demonstrate succession planting! After one crop of vegetables or fruit is harvested, another is planted in the same space so you maximize your harvest!
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How to Make Kimchi

 How to Make Kimchi
Ever heard of kimchi? It’s a very flavorful, healthy, fermented dish made with vegetables. Here’s a bit about the benefits of fermented foods, as well as an easy kimchi recipe.
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 How to Use a Paintbrush
The following 10 pointers on how to choose and use paintbrushes are crucial to a seamless, low-stress painting project.
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