Irish soda bread recipe, monthly horoscope, backyard gardens

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Daily Newsletter for Wednesday, March 13, 2019



Wednesday, March 13, 2019
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wild stormy weather

Spanning the winter's cold gulf with an arch,
Over it, rampant, rides in the wild March.
–Constance Fenimore Woolson (1840–94)

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Irish Soda Bread
Irish Soda Bread

There’s no need to make a deal with a leprechaun. This Irish soda bread recipe turns instead to science—well, baking soda and baking powder—for a lighter, sconelike loaf.
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Backyard Vegetable Garden Layout Ideas
Backyard Vegetable Garden Layout Ideas

A backyard often has many family demands placed upon it. How do you integrate a garden? Here are some complimentary backyard garden layouts to inspire you!
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Bird Feeders

Many designs to choose from that are sure to attract lots of activity!
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How to Keep Cut Flowers Fresh
How to Keep Cut Flowers Fresh

Here’s advice from flower farmers on how to keep your cut flowers fresh in a vase—and the best cut flowers to grow in your garden!
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Dapper Doorstops

On sale while supplies last!
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Your Monthly Horoscope: March 2021
Your Monthly Horoscope: March 2021

Here’s your monthly horoscope for March 2021 from Almanac astrologer Celeste Longacre, who provides at-a-glance predictions for all 12 zodiac signs.
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Bees Please Water Pitcher

Use this small pitcher as a decoration or to hold to dried flowers.
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Household Uses for Lemons
Household Uses for Lemons

Lemons aren’t just good for adding flavor to recipes: They’re also very useful around the house! Here are some of the best uses for lemons and lemon juice.
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Solar Filigree Stake

Vibrant hand-painted colors and detailed scroll work make this Solar Ladybug Filigree Stake a showstopper. The front side is made from thick molded glass and the back side is ornamental filigree metal art. Solar-powered LED string lights illuminate both sides creating a fun nighttime display. Turns on at dusk and off in daylight automatically.
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