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Through the Garden Gate With the Queen of Annuals

“The Sweet Pea has a keel that was meant to seek all shores; it has wings that were meant to fly across all continents; it has a standard which is friendly to all nations; and it has a fragrance like the universal gospel, yea, a sweet prophecy of welcome everywhere that has been abundantly fulfilled” …

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How We Can Protect And Save Our Wetlands

Happy World Wetlands Day! February 2nd commemorates the day the Convention on Wetlands was created and each year World Wetlands Day serves as a reminder to raise global awareness of the vital role of wetlands play in our lives. Wetlands are an area of land that is covered by water most if not all year …

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Mini Fridges: Our Top 5 Picks for Convenience and Style

Whether you’re looking for a mini fridge for your dorm room, office, or small apartment, there are plenty of options to choose from. We’ve narrowed down the top 5 best mini fridges on the market, taking into account factors such as design, functionality, and affordability. Check out our picks and find the perfect mini fridge …

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[It would be neat if with the New Year] by Jimmy Santiago Baca

[It would be neat if with the New Year] for Miguel It would be neat if with the New YearI could leave my loneliness behind with the old year.My leathery loneliness an old pair of work bootsmy dog vigorously head-shakes back and forth in its jaws,chews on for hours every day in my front yard—rain, …

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[little tree] by e e cummings

[little tree] little treelittle silent Christmas treeyou are so littleyou are more like a flower who found you in the green forestand were you very sorry to come away?see          i will comfort youbecause you smell so sweetly i will kiss your cool barkand hug you safe and tightjust as your mother would,only don’t be afraid …

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The Story of Frankincense

Mysterious Frankincense Used for many thousands of years, the Frankincense tree has perhaps the greatest association with spiritual practice of any plant on earth. In most of the great ancient cultures, including the Egyptian, Babylonian, Persian, Hebrew, Greek and Roman civilizations, it has played a role in religious and domestic life. Frankincense has been sought …

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Christmas Drink Recipes from Around the World

Whether your preference is for alcohol or just a warming liquid, you’ll find something in the selections below to lift your holiday spirits. Wassail The basic Wassail hails from Britain where it has been a seasonal favorite for centuries. It’s a delightful mixture that comes in a variety of styles. Ingredients:1 gallon apple cider1 orange1 …

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Test Your Christmas Knowledge with These Fun Trivia Questions!

Are you ready to put your Christmas knowledge to the test? If so, we’ve got the perfect challenge for you! Get your Santa hat and jingle bells ready as we dive into some fun and festive Christmas trivia questions. It’s time to find out just how much you really know about this magical holiday. From …

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Classic Holiday Sugar Cookies

The cookie that makes everyone merry Many of our fondest childhood memories consist of spending time with friends and family, baking delicious holiday cookies and eyeing the beautifully wrapped presents under the tree. Embrace nostalgia and create the perfect holiday cookie that tastes delicious and is easy to decorate. Instead of displaying a gingerbread house, …

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Christmas Meal Recipes from Around the World

Christmas is celebrated in many countries around the globe. Each has a distinctive and delicious dish to highlight the festivities. Andesteg (Roast Duck) From Denmark hails a recipe for roast wild duck that will bring satisfaction to diners in any country. Ingredients: Preheat oven to 450F/230C. Clean the ducks inside and out, removing all feathers, …

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