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- Tuesday, May 21, 2013 Gainesville, Georgia
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Homecoming queens fade as years pass
The subject of homecoming queens started in the odd way that some topics enter into a conversation. It really had nothing to do with what we were discussing but then, in a very real way, it did.
Wilburn: Dating process can lead to misconceptions
Dating is an exciting and challenging part of life. The heady feeling romance brings is wonderful, but the sadness experienced when a relationship ends can be devastating. Learning a little about how relationships develop can help us better cope with both the joys and sorrows that romance brings. Relationships develop in stages. When two individuals are attracted to one another they typically chat and exchange small talk. As the relationship progresses, more topics are introduced ...
Thompson: Nifty tabs keep your foil on the roll
Here's something that I bet you never knew. (And when I tell you about it, you'll have to go verify it for yourself). If you look at the ends of most aluminum foil and plastic wrap boxes, there are push-in tabs that help keep the roll from flying out of the box. These "locking tabs" as they're referred to have been around for years, but most people don't know about them. Check it out. (Contributed by Jere Randall).
Skaggs: Garden chores are heating up
Spring is here, and summer lingers in the not too distant future. Spring rains have brought about a sense of optimism among many gardeners. And while the recent rains have helped, a number of landscape and garden chores still need to be tended to if you want a prosperous landscape and garden this summer. Below are a few tips and suggestions that will hopefully improve your landscape. Look for insect activity now on evergreen trees ...
Lost love can send you over the edge
I'd always heard that love - or rather the loss of it - could drive a woman crazy. Push her plum to the edge and sometimes even push her over it until she was in a free fall that landed her slab dab in the middle of crazy.
Myers: Four little words cause such big pain
Chloe just said four words I've been dreading to hear. I knew they were coming. My friend Chris had already warned me. He said I'd hear them one day, and that I'd better be preparing myself.
Thompson: Don’t bother with a wallet at the beach — use your sandals
Well, it's summer and time to get some flip-flops. Some great ones are made by Reef, and the company also has some cool gadgets that you can get built into your flip-flops. One model, called the Dram, has a built-in bottle opener located in the sole of the shoe. Another model, called the Fanning, has a built-in canister that can hold 3 ounces of a liquid. My personal favorite is the model called the Stash. ...
England: Maintain spiraea by cutting back after flowers disappear
Question: I have a small goldmound spiraea that is blooming now. It is not supposed to get much larger, but I want it to remain vigorous. How and when should I prune it? Answer: There are some 80 species of the genus Spiraea that are native to temperate regions of Europe, Asia and North America. Most of the varieties commonly grown for landscaping have been developed from plants not native to the United States.
Skaggs: Hanging baskets can brighten a space
Just a few years ago, most hanging baskets contained only one type of plant. But in recent years, mixed baskets have become popular. This "instant garden" look appeals to beginning and longtime gardeners alike.
England: Maintain spiraea by cutting back after flowers disappear
Question: I have a small goldmound spiraea that is blooming now. It is not supposed to get much larger, but I want it to remain vigorous. How and when should I prune it? Answer: There are some 80 species of the genus Spiraea that are native to temperate regions of Europe, Asia and North America. Most of the varieties commonly grown for landscaping have been developed from plants not native to the United States.
Wilburn: Keep things spicy with these tips on how to store herbs
Experimenting with new spices and herbs can be an exciting culinary adventure. However, if you buy a large supply at one time, it can also be a costly one. And if you don't use the spices and herbs within a reasonable length of time, they will get stale, and you have lost money. Find a few recipes that appeal to you. Spend some time in the spice and herb section of the grocery store and ...
Rich: Sparkle leaves a warmth in heart
A friend e-mailed to remind me of something I had long forgotten. "I still owe you a theater date," he wrote, referring to that time in New York City when business had delayed him and he had flown in too late for the Broadway play. That began a back and forth of "do you remember," as one memory dovetailed beautifully into another about that trip. "Remember shopping in Bloomingdale's? How much we laughed?" he asked. ...
Thompson: This column could make you happier
I enjoy writing this column and I hope you enjoy reading it. I recently had someone say to me that they liked my column but not all of the tips applied to them. I tried to explain to the person that, in fact, all of the tips applied to them. I told them that even if one of my tips didn't help them directly, they should think of everybody they know to see if the ...
Skaggs: Beware, beetles are on their way
It's that time again - time for that most dreaded of garden pests - the Japanese beetle. I have yet to receive my first Japanese beetle phone call of the season, but I recently spoke with one of my counterparts in South Georgia. He said the troublesome Japanese beetles are out in force, so it only makes sense that we'll begin seeing them in North Georgia very soon. If you've battled the dreaded Japanese beetle ...
Wilburn: Start a food business with help from this workshop
Have you been thinking about bottling and selling your secret barbecue sauce? Does everyone want to buy your family's tried-and-true sausage faster than you can make it? Do you make a food product that everyone says you should put on the market? Then you should consider attending Starting a New Food Business in Georgia, a one-day workshop that's designed to offer information on evaluating, starting and running a business that produces and sells food products. ...
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Off the Shelves: 'Cursed Pirate Girl' rare literary treasure for a graphic novel
I rarely re-read books once I'm finished with them. But every now and then, I come across a published work that not only do I want to revisit, but I feel as if I have to in order to pick up on things I am positive I missed the first read through. One of those books is Volume One of the graphic novel series, "Cursed Pirate Girl." It is written and illustrated by Jeremy Bastian, ...
Wind power is clean and cheap
California Highway 58, east of Bakersfield, presents some truly astounding sights. It's still a rare occurrence here in Georgia to see more than one wind turbine. At Tehachapi Pass on Cal. 58, there are 5,000 of them.
Cannon: Blooms for each room
If you have a creative side and have some room to plant flowers, cutting gardens can be a fun and rewarding way to surround one's self with beautiful flowers indoors as well as outdoors for parties.
Earth Sense: Better weather radar is on horizon
Spirits were high but clouds hung low during graduation ceremonies on the Brenau campus a week ago. Commenting on the light rain that was falling, Brenau President Ed Schrader said, jokingly, "according to the weather radar on my computer, these rain clouds don't exist."
Eyes of the Father: Knock, and the door will open
The front door of our church doesn't have a doorknob. Instead, it has a handle with a small thumb latch above it. To open the door, you have to depress the thumb latch until it clicks and pull. That's all. Easy, right?
Wheeler: Rain gardens recycle storm water
Storm water is something we don't think too much about on a day-to-day basis.
Wheeler: Grasscycling cuts yardwork in half, helps environment
Recycling is all the rage, from aluminum cans and newspapers to plastic bottles and bags. But did you know you can recycle in your lawn?
Cannon: Five plants earn superior ranking for home garden
The 2013 Georgia Gold Medal Plants have been selected and as in years past, the winners are rated as No. 1 superior ornamental plants for use in the residential landscape.
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