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Heading Into August

Posted on July 28, 2019 by arlingwoman

You may have heard that it’s been hot here.  Even for me, it’s been hot.  Just walking outside, not even exerting myself, I started sweating.  But it’s already broken, thank goodness.  The plants are looking a bit tired of the … Continue reading →

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A Post from the Midwest

Posted on July 14, 2015 by arlingwoman

I have been visiting my mother in Illinois the past few days.  Last fall, I was here when farmers were harvesting corn.  This summer, all the corn has grown up and this is what many country roads look like: Here … Continue reading →

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Flowers and Vegetables: A Good Combination

Posted on July 3, 2015 by arlingwoman

Since I think it makes a healthier ecosystem to mix flowers in among vegetables, I have encouraged flower reseeding in the Plot Against Hunger garden. When you do this sort of thing, like a vegetable only garden, it needs managing. … Continue reading →

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