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In The Pink

Today is the start of pool season here in Kansas City. Yes…all the pools and waterparks open this weekend. It’s sort of the unofficial start of the summer season.  On last night’s local news a reporter was interviewing a family swimming at one of the local lakes.  Did I mention that the temperature this morning is 48 degrees Fahrenheit? Three weeks ago we had snow on the ground and now the pools are open. …

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5 Edible Weeds

dandelion flowers

“A weed is but an unloved flower.” -Ella Wheeler Wilcox Weeds get a bad reputation. Upon the first opportunity, these unloved plants in our backyards are immediately removed and destroyed! Gardeners don’t even think twice about it. Weeds have no place in the garden. But they do have a place in the kitchen! Before you toss those weeds into the trash, consider eating them. As your mother would say, “Don’t let good food go …

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They don’t bow down to our gods. Break em.

They don’t bow down to our gods.  Break em. Power structures exist for a reason.  They are there to be gamed played, used, abused, done with as one pleases. Only the righteous attain power by the sweat of their brows and the iron wills of their determinations. The attainment of power and such gives one the natural right to wield it for maximum gain and wider influence.  That is the stuff of the Gods.  …

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10 Uses for Chamomile Flowers

Chamomile

Chamomile is a fragrant, daisy-like flower with many uses! The use of chamomile as a medicinal herb dates back to the ancient Egyptian days. It has an intoxicating apple fragrant that is sure to delight the senses! The German Camomile is one of the most popular flowering herbs in the world-most famous for its tea! This yellow and white flower is known to have healing properties, such as relieving stress and promoting relaxation. …

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Author Jenny Grainer: Portugal and the Algarve Now and Then

Portugal and the Algarve Now & Then

Jenny recently contacted “Piglet in Portugal” (unaware she knew me through her monthly writing group), to ask if I would help promote her e-book through my blog. What a small world! Naturally I was delighted to help. Jenny’s book presents a great opportunity to learn even more about Portugal, past and present. Her book Firewater, potholes & sardines – stories of a Brit abroad (Portugal and the Algarve Now & Then) is now available …

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Fabulous Finds: Amazing Sisal

kerman sisal natural rugs

What could tequila and a sisal floor rug possibly have in common? I know. There are so many great punch lines that could follow, but there’s actually a legitimate answer. They both have the same origin: the Agave plant. Tigridia, also known as tiger flower or shell flower, is a genus of about 30 bulbous plants that belong to the Iridaceae family, which includes the iris, crocosmia, crocus, and freesia. Sisal is highly durable and strong, and has …

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