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Celebrate Nat'l Houseplant Appreciation Day
Houseplants are a wonderful addition to any home, adding the fresh scent of living earth, the subtle fragrance of those favorite flowers, or just bringing a bit of the outdoors into the indoors. While some people have difficulty being able to sustain these little treasures over long periods of time, it has actually been shown to be incredibly therapeutic to have this blush of the natural world inside a person’s home.
History of National Houseplant Appreciation Day
National Houseplant Appreciation Day was established by The Gardener’s Network, turning it into an official opportunity to remind people of the benefits of houseplants. Often with the holiday season fading into the past, people’s homes tend to lose some of their beauty and joy. Removing all of the red ribbons and greenery from decked out halls can make things feel a bit stark. But this very timing makes National Houseplant Appreciation Day the perfect opportunity to brighten up anyone’s home with the sharp splash of green that is provided by a living plant!
There are so many things that houseplants can help with when it comes to enhancing a person’s life. Catnip can be a delightful treat to make those cats happy. Though cat owners may want to grow it someplace secluded where felines can’t get to it!
'Is that a dog you got back there?' he asked.
'It sure is,' I replied.
Puzzled, the boy looked at me and then towards the back of the van. Finally he said, 'What'd he do?'
LIFESTYLE
Bobruysk, Belarus
WORD OF THE DAY
black swan
MEANING:noun:
1. An unpredictable occurrence that has major consequences.
2. Something extremely rare.
ETYMOLOGY:From the former belief that all swans were white until black swans were discovered in Australia in 1697. Earliest documented use: 1570.
USAGE:“‘You’d better have plans for a black swan,’ McGill’s Moore said. ‘Companies are going to think a lot more about risk. Boards need to ask themselves what they will do if something like COVID-19 happens again.’”
Frédéric Tomesco; Quebec Inc.; Montreal Gazette (Canada); Jun 27, 2020.
“You’re my black swan, Belle. I love you. And now things will never be the same for me.”
Sara Sheridan; Brighton Belle; Kensington Books; 2016.
Owl
Kisarazu, Japan
TODAY'S ARTIST thanks, Natalie
1. An unpredictable occurrence that has major consequences.
2. Something extremely rare.
Frédéric Tomesco; Quebec Inc.; Montreal Gazette (Canada); Jun 27, 2020.
“You’re my black swan, Belle. I love you. And now things will never be the same for me.”
Sara Sheridan; Brighton Belle; Kensington Books; 2016.
Wenceslaus Hollar (23 July 1607 – 25 March 1677) was a prolific and accomplished Bohemian graphic artist of the 17th century, who spent much of his life in England. 
He is particularly noted for his engravings and etchings. He was born in Prague, died in London, and was buried at St Margaret's Church, Westminster.
Sea Stripes
What does 'Behind the eight ball' mean?
Meaning:
A difficult position from which it is unlikely one can escape.
Big Sister
Wasa, Tanzania
thanks, Patsy
Piercing the Sky
India
(Not So) TOTALLY USELESS FACTS OF THE DAY
(Not So) TOTALLY USELESS FACTS OF THE DAY
Ancient Egyptians worshiped the onion and viewed it as a symbol of eternal life. When burying the Pharaohs, they would be buried with onions alongside them.
Swiss Guards are responsible for the safety of the Pope. Often called “the world’s smallest army,” they serve as personal escorts to the pontiff and as watchmen for Vatican City. The guards, who are independent of the Swiss armed forces, are employed by the Roman Catholic Church under the leadership of the Pope. New recruits must be unmarried Roman Catholic males with Swiss citizenship, between 19 and 30 years of age, and at least 5 feet 8 inches tall; and must complete basic training with the Swiss military.
A cosmic year is the amount of time it takes for the sun to orbit once around the center of the Milky Way Galaxy. One cosmic year is equal to 225-250 million years.
Who’s watching
Giant fish tanks at a resort in the Bahamas.
READERS INFO
Coronavirus Style by Sylvia, CAN DO CorrespondentCactus under the Scorching Sun
Joshua Tree National Park in the United States
COFFEEthanks, Ella
PICTURES OF THE DAY
Snow Exposure
knit
thanks, Maddie
knit
thanks, Marsha
knit
crochet
thanks, Julia
crochet
thanks, Doris
crochet
crochet
CROCKPOT RECIPE
Nature
VEGAN/ VEGETARIAN RECIPE
Both vegetarian and vegan diets may provide health benefits, including reduced body weight, lower cholesterol levels, and decreased risk of cardiovascular disease. However, it is important for vegetarians and vegans to ensure that they are meeting all of their nutritional requirements.
SWEETS RECIPE
The hidden words are as follows;
Mirror, Couch, Straw, Tiles, Cord, Cat
Palanquera
Tourists at the Dunes-Death Valley
Untitled
First experience of traveling by steam train, United Kingdom
PUZZLE
Lonely Boat
WORD SEARCH
| beach beer beneath billow cant chance children choice court | entire explain flew force glass group | investigation labor legend light modern mote | office pathway public racket raisin ravel ring | smash source steep tennis tension unfair will worker |
Frozen Lake Baikal
SUDOKU
solution:
What's The Craziest Thing You Did As A Kid?
Untitled
Who is the boss?
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