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Dear Readers,
Last week we promised to give $3 to the Red Crosses Hurricane Relief Fund for every photo contest entry we received. We received 30 contest entries bringing the total to 90 dollars. We rounded it up a bit and made a donation of 100 dollars on behalf of the ThriftyFun Community. Every little bit helps. Thank you to every one that submitted photo contest entries.
There are a lot of great charities involved in the relief effort. One of them that will play a key role in the coming months is Habitat for Humanity. You can find more information about Habitat for Humanity at their website:
We hope to announce the winners of our last contest early next week. We are waiting until all the tips and photos have been published before we announce winners.
Thanks for reading,
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This is Sissy. She was given to my daughter for her birthday in July. She is about 5 months old. Her favorite thing to do is play sneak attack on the kids. She waits until they are not paying attention and then runs up to them. I had this cloth set up to take pictures of my grandbaby and I noticed the cat lying there like she wanted her picture made after I got the baby up so I couldn't resist.
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I buy the large binder clips to close the tops of chip bags, and also bags of veggies in the freezer. They are strong, and have a strong holding ability. I could never keep the plastic clips in place.
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Crocheted Baby Sweater
By Connie Decker Brown
Level: Intermediate
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Directions:
Body (front and back are stitched as one piece)
Ch 86 with color A
Row 1: sk 1 ch, sc across, turn (85 st)
Row 2: ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 3 dc in same st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, [sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc] 5 times, sk 3 sts, 4 dc in same st, turn (85 sts)
Row 3: Change to color B, ch 1, sc across, turn (85 sts)
Row 4: Change to color C, ch 1, 4 sc, [sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc] 5 times, sk 3 sts, 7 dc into next st, sk 3 sts, 4 sc, turn (85)
Row 5: Change to A, ch 1, sc across, turn (85)
Rows 6-20: Continue repeating rows 2, 3, 4, and 5 while continuing to rotate colors A, B, and C
Rows 21 - 30 will be split to make room to insert sleeves.
Row 21: Change to B, ch 1, sc 22, fasten off, (22)
beginning in next st, connect B with a sc, ch 1, sc 40, fasten off (41)
beginning in next st, connect B with a sc, ch 1, sc 21, turn (22)
Row 22: Change to C, ch 3 (counts as one dc), 3 dc in same st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, dc 7 in next st, sk 3 sts, 3 sc, fasten off (22)
Beginning in next st, connect C with a sc, ch 1, 3 sc, [sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc] twice, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 4 sc, fasten off (41)
Beginning in next st, connect C with a sc, ch 1, 2 sc, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, 4dc, turn (22)
Row 23: Change to A, ch 1, 22 sc, fasten off (22)
Beginning in next st, connect A with a sc, ch 1, 40 sc, fasten off (41)
Beginning in next st, connect A with a sc, ch 1, 21 sc, turn (22)
Row 24: Change to B, ch 1, 4 sc, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, 3 dc in next st, fasten off, (22)
Beginning in next st, connect B with a sc, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 3 dc in same st, [sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st] twice, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, 3 dc in last st, fasten off (41)
Beginning in next st, connect B with a sc, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc) 3 dc in same st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 3 sc, turn (22)
Row 25: Change to C, ch 1, sc 22, fasten off (22)
Beginning in next st, connect C with a sc, ch 1, 40 sc, fasten off (41)
Beginning in next st, connect C with a sc, ch 1, 21 sc, turn (22)
Row 26: Change to A, ch 3 (counts as one dc), 3 dc in same st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, dc 7 in next st, sk 3 sts, 3 sc, fasten off (22)
Beginning in next st, connect A with a sc, ch 1, 3 sc, [sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc] twice, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 4 sc, fasten off (41)
Beginning in next st, connect A with a sc, ch 1, 2 sc, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, 4dc, turn (22)
Row 27: Change to B, ch 1, sc 22, fasten off (22)
Beginning in next st, connect B with a sc, ch 1, 40 sc, fasten off (41)
Beginning in next st, connect B with a sc, ch 1, 21 sc, turn (22)
Row 28: Change to C, ch 1, 4 sc, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, 3 dc in next st, fasten off, (22)
Beginning in next st, connect C with a sc, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 3 dc in same st, [sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st] twice, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, 3 dc in last st, fasten off (41)
Beginning in next st, connect C with a sc, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc) 3 dc in same st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 3 sc, turn (22)
Row 29: Change to C, ch 1, sc 22, fasten off (22)
Beginning in next st, connect C with a sc, ch 1, 40 sc, fasten off (41)
Beginning in next st, connect C with a sc, ch 1, 21 sc, turn (22)
Row 30: Change to B, ch 3 (counts as one dc), 3 dc in same st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, dc 7 in next st, sk 3 sts, 3 sc, fasten off (22)
Beginning in next st, connect B with a sc, ch 1, 3 sc, [sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc] twice, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 4 sc, fasten off (41)
Beginning in next st, connect B with a sc, ch 1, 2 sc, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, 4dc, fasten off (22)
Sleeves (Make 2)
Don't fasten off any of the colors until sleeve is finished.
Ch 15 in color A
Row 1: sk 1 ch, sc across, turn (14 sts)
Row 2: ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 3 dc in same st, sk 3 sts, 7 sc, sk 3 sts, 3 dc in last st, turn (14)
Row 3: Change to B, ch 1, sc across, turn (14)
Row 4: Change to C, ch 1, 3 sc, sk 3 sts, 8 dc into next st, sk 3 sts, 3 sc, turn (14)
Row 5: Change to A, ch 1, sc across, turn (14)
Row 6: Change to B, 3 ch (counts as 1 dc), 3 dc in same st, sk 3 sts, 8 sc, sk 3 sts, 4 dc in last st, turn (14)
Row 7: Change to C, ch 1, sc across, increase by 1 in each of first and last sts, turn (16)
Row 8: Change to A, ch 1, 4 sc, sk 4 sts, 8 dc, sk 3 sts, sc in last 4 sts, turn (16)
Row 9: Change to B, ch 1, sc across, increasing by 1 st each in of first and last sts, turn (18)
Row 10: Change to C, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc) 3 dc in same st, 11 sc, sk 3 sts, 3 dc in last st, turn (18)
Row 11: Change to A, ch 1, sc across, increasing by one each in first and last sts, turn (20)
Row 12: Change to B, ch 1, 4 sc, sk 3 sts, 6 dc in next st, sk 3 sts,6 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, sc in last 4 sts, turn (20)
Row 13: Change to C, ch 1, sc across, increasing by one in each of first and last sts, turn (22)
Row 14: Change to A, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 3 dc in 1st st, sc 4, sk 3 sts, dc 7 in next st, sk 3 sts, 3 sc, 4 dc in last st, turn (22)
Row 15: Change to B, ch 1, sc across, increasing by 1 each in first and last sts, turn (24)
Row 16: Change to C, ch 1, sc in first 3 sts, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, sc 4, sk 3 sts, dc 7 in next st, sk 3 sts, 3 sc, turn (24)
Row 17: Change to A, ch 1, sc across, increasing by one each in first and last sts, turn (26)
Row 18: Change to B, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in first st, sk 3 sts, 4 dc in next st, sk 2 sts, 12 sc, sk 2 sts, 4 dc in next st, sk 2 sts, 2 dc in last st, turn (26)
Row 19: Change to C, ch 1, sc across, increasing by one each in first and last sts, turn (28)
Row 20: Change to A, ch 1, 3 sc, sk 3 sts, dc 7 in next st, sk 3 sts, 8 sc, sk 3 sts, dc 7 in next st, sk 3 sts, 3 sc, turn (28)
Row 21: Change to B, ch 1, sc across, increasing by one each in first and last sts, turn ( 30)
Row 22: Change to C, ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in same st, 8 sc, sk 3 sts, 7 dc in next st, sk 3 sts, sc 9, 3 dc, turn (30)
Row 24: Change to A, ch 1, 7 sc, 3 hdc, 1 dc, 2 hdc, 3 sc, 2 hdc, 1 dc, 3 hdc, 7 sc, fasten off
Sew sleeve edges together. Fit sleeves into body arm slits and sew together.
Beginning at the bottom of front opening, with A, dc across front opening, neck, and other side of front opening. Fasten off.
Starting at the sleeve end, sew shoulder together until just after the first 7 dc stitch. Do the same for the other shoulder.
Weave ends in.
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Juice or KoolAid Jammer Pouch Checkbook
Making crafts out of Capri Sun or KoolAid Jammer pouches can be a lot of fun. You can make cool and durable gifts. Below are instructions for making a checkbook cover that I made.
Here's what you'll need:
Note: The little diagrams on the right are not exactly to scale, so your checkbook cover may look a little different.
Directions:
| 1: After the juice has been emptied (drank) use an x-acto knife to slit the bottom of the juice pouch. Clean the inside of each pouch with hot soapy water and let dry. Using the x-acto knife cut the back silver part of the Capri Sun off of the front, leave the seam attached to the front for stability. Discard the back silver part of the pouch. |
| 2: Sew two pouches together side by side overlapping so it is not too wide for the check book. When sewing it is best to do a back stitch to increase the strength of the wallet. Sew two more together overlapped to make the same width as the first two. |
| 3: Now sew all four together. |
| 4: Measure the length and width of the four pouches. Find a piece of fabric and cut it a little larger than those measurements for a hem. Hem the fabric, once it is hemmed it should have the same measurements as the four pouches sewn together. Now sew the lining to the inside part of the pouches. |
| 5: On one end fold 1 inch over to the inside and sew, this is a hem. |
| 6: Then fold approximately 2 3/4 inches inward again. This will show you the size your checkbook cover/wallet will be, make sure you check book fits within this before you sew it, make adjustments in how much this is folded if needed. But do not sew yet. |
| 7: Take your last two juice pouches with back removed and cut approximately 2 3/4" off the top of both of them and sew those together at the same width as everything else (approximately 6 3/4 inches). With the leftover ends of the two pouches cut one 1 3/4" and another 1 1/8". Sew the 1 1/8" to the 1 3/4" strip, lining up the two bottoms and sewing the bottom and the two sides leaving the top end open. Now sew this piece to the end that is folded inward, sew it close to the fold rather than the end where the opening of the pocket will be. This will be used as a card holder. You want the opening to face the middle of the wallet. |
| 8: Take the clear vinyl and cut it in a rectangle 4" by 2 1/2" Sew the clear vinyl to the piece measuring approx. 2 2/3" by 6 3/4" leaving one end open. |
| 9: Sew the bottom and two sides of this piece to the wallet having the opening of the clear vinyl face the middle of the wallet. This is your first pocket. |
| 10: You can now fold the other side of the wallet inward and sew the two sides down, this is your second pocket. Now your checkbook cover/wallet is finished! Crafts made out of caprisun/ kool-aid jammer juice pouches are fashionable with the extra bonus of being recycled. |
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My granddaughter's new pup. His name is Lenny. He is a registered mini-schnauzer. My son and his wife shopped for him on line and found the one they wanted about two weeks ago. He is only eight weeks old so every day is a new adventure to Lenny and he enjoys exploring a lot.
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If you have burned your sausage while frying, all you have to do is add some water to the skillet and the burnt pieces will absorb into the water along with the burnt taste!
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If you are tired of paying a high price for long distance, I suggest checking into some of the smaller companies because they many times charge lower rates and don't charge as many fees. Go to http://www.lowermybills.com and find out about these types of companies as well as other ways to lower your monthly bills.
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If you are bringing meat in a cooler that will not be cooked soon, freeze it before putting it in the cooler. Cans of concentrated juice can be brought along to help keep items cool as well, just be sure to put each can in its own ziplock bag in case it leaks. Soup and chili can also be made and frozen ahead of time and placed in ziplock bags in the cooler.
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Good time to check on Your credit! Equifax is one of the three biggest credit agencies. You can call them once a year at 1-800-525-6285 to request a free copy of your credit report. You are also allowed a free copy of your credit report if you are turned down for credit.
By Chell
You may obtain a copy of your credit report free once every year. A good idea to do this as you will be informed of what your credit standing is as well as be able to check for any discrepancies.
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Tips for saving money on fabric softener. Post your ideas below.
Instead of spending so much on dryer sheets, try mixing 60/40 water/fabric softener in a spray bottle, when loading up the dryer, spray/mist the clothes with the mixture, you will get more for your money and less trips to the store when you run out of dryer sheets!
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If you need dry bread crumbs for your recipe but have none, all you have to do is to put your slices of bread in the toaster for a few minutes and you have your dry bread!
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If you organize your meals by measuring ingredients ahead of time you can save yourself a lot of time. Just measure ingredients into small bags and then place those into one large bag with a label. It makes meal preparation a snap and ensures that you don't pack a lot of extra ingredients.
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Knowing When Laundry Needs Pretreatment
When doing the laundry, if I find any of my husband's work clothes that have been gently tied in a knot, this item requires special treatment, like degreaser, etc. This works well for knowing which items need treatment.
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Removing Seeds and Pulp from Orange Juice
Put a strainer or some cheesecloth over a pitcher or bowl when juicing oranges, lemons or limes and you won't have to worry about seeds or pulp.
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This is a tip for shoppers in the UK, Asda currently take money off vouchers for any other supermarket, for any item that they stock, even if you have not bought it. Vouchers up to a total of no more than 10% of your total bill, may be redeemed in one single transaction.
Good tip to use up those vouchers for stuff you don't like!
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I was recently at a craft fair and there was a booth selling really awesome handmade purses made from hardcover books and gameboards (Scrabble, Monopoly, etc.). Since they were way too expensive for my college student budget, I was wondering if anyone on this site has any information about how I could make book a gameboard purses myself. If you have any idea, let me know!
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Is it o.k. to put peanut butter in my dog's food? It's the only way she eats it and if I don't put it in she won't eat for days, so i usually give in. Is this unhealthy and is there anyway to make her eat food without peanut butter?
PS. I've tried changing the type of dog food but the same problem occurs.
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Pattern for Forever Friends Folk Dolls
I am looking for a crochet pattern for 2 18" dolls called Forever Friends Folk Stuffed Dolls. This pattern was on e-bay but I lost the bid and the seller said it was the only copy she had. Does anyone have or know where I can buy this pattern. Thanks for your help.
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I am looking for information about a Knitting Paddle. I don't know how to knit, but this looks so interesting. Even a child can use it, they say. I want to make some scarves for my daughters and friends. If anyone has used one please give me some input. Do you like it? Is it easy to use? I am waiting to hear before I plunk down my money for one.
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I have two dogs, a long haired and a short haired, I would like some advice on how to get rid of and prevent ticks both on my dogs and in my yard. My neighbor has dogs and doesn't treat for fleas or ticks and my pets are suffering.
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Someone once told me they had a recipe for making a homemade liquor like Grand Marnier. They were going to email me. I'm still waiting. Anyone out there know of such?
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Tina from northern New York State
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I really don't know what kind of bugs these are, which is probably why I'm having trouble getting rid of them. They are very small and look like brown specks. They hop, fly, and sometimes when they are on a surface, I can squish them. Perhaps they are gnats, but they don't look like the gnats I'm used to seeing (gnats seemed to be more like flies, but these look like fleas).
I found them first in my son's diaper pail, but now there seem to be a few in almost every room of the house. I've tried vinegar, pouring bleach down the drains, sanitizing the diaper pail (no more dirty diapers in there, just wet ones), ant and bug spray with no luck. We do have a dog, but I don't think they're fleas because they have wings, and I can catch them on occasion.
They don't bite, but just seem to fly around or sit on various surfaces. I really don't want to call the exterminator for something like this. Plus, with the measures I've taken (keeping the kitchen completely clean), it seems to be getting better, but I'd like them to be completely gone!
Please help! Thank you in advance!
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Cleaning a House for Someone With Allergies
My son, who is 6, has terrible allergies and the Doctor told me to have someone come in and clean my house but I can't afford that. So I was wondering if anyone knew what I should be cleaning and what to use to clean it because some of the smells from the cleaning stuff trigger his allergies.
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Pincushion Plant, Is It Dying?
I have a pincushion plant. My question is the plant is dying, is this normal? Does it die back and come back in the spring? thanks for any help. Lori
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Chipmunks Eating Ripe Tomatoes
We grew beautiful tomatoes this year only to have them ruined by chipmunks. If anyone has any ideas for stopping this, please let me know. - Betty
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Planning a Huge 1st Birthday Party
My son's first birthday is in January 2006 and in Hawaii, where we live. 1st birthdays are a tradition and usually HUGE! We are inviting over 300, yes, Three Hundred, people.
The themes we're looking at is probably Hot Wheels or Nemo/Ocean. I need inexpensive ideas for about 15-30 centerpieces, and 200 favors. Any other ideas to make this party a hit?
So far we've got 2 bands, a slideshow, a DJ, a jumper, face painting, balloon making, and a fishing game.
Please if you have any ideas let me know. Thanks so much in advance!
-Overwhelmed in Hawaii.
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Help Make A Difference - Hurricane Katrina
By Sharon Shearer
I just returned from church and heard that 500 persons were being sent to Lexington,Ky from the Gulf coast. A lady there works through our local government and had been helping this weekend to begin set-up for the place of shelter.
Being a Grandmother myself, my heart has been absolutely broken for the innocent babies and children at the mercy of others for food, diapers, and clothing.
She was telling us that each Baby at shelters was allotted 5 DIAPERS A DAY-- and a diaper had to be full to capacity in order to be changed. Babies are also in desperate need of Desitin and medicines for Bug bites as well as diaper rashes. Powdered formulas are also needed.
Can you imagine,as a Mother not having access to the supplies you need for your precious little one? I don't know how people can have access to learn the locations of these shelters. If anyone knows please let our readers know.
But PLEASE PLEASE, I BEG as a Grandmother and a Mother, open your hearts and pocketbooks to these families in need of these supplies. If you are in the vicinity of any known shelter, try to buy a bag of diapers, some formula, baby food, diaper rash medicine, or antibiotic medicines and get it to a shelter or send it through a volunteer. I have some sleepers I found at yard sales that I plan to send. All these things are desperately needed.
If you're like myself, you may not be able financially able to make a LARGE donation, but all these small things are needed and my small donation, and your small donation add up. I challenge each family who can and will to help these little Angels. God will bless you abundantly for it.
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The 3 Types Of Roses
By Ron King
There are several rose classification schemes used throughout the world. But the most popular system is that proposed by The American Rose Society (in cooperation with the World Federation of Roses). While the other systems are still in use, the majority of internationally established societies have adopted this one.
According to the American Rose Society, there are 3 main groupings of roses: the Species, Old Garden Roses, and Modern Roses.
Species Roses
This is the ancestor of every rose and are commonly referred to as "wild roses." They are easy to identify. Usually they have 5 petals, bloom once a season, and are often thorny shrubs or climbers.
Several popular Species Roses are: Cherokee Roses, Dog Roses, Gallic Roses, French Roses, and Redleaf Roses.
Species Roses flourish in temperate climates, and can be found throughout the Northern Hemisphere.
Old Garden Roses
Unlike Species Roses, which existed millions of years before humans walked the earth, Old Garden Roses are a class identified as of 1867.
Most Old Garden Roses bloom once a season, usually at the start of summer. They grow in several shrub and vine sizes. Although colors can vary, this class are usually white or pastel in color. These "antique roses" are generally preferred for lawns and home gardening because they are easy to grow.
Some Old Garden Roses are: China, Tea, Moss, Damask, Bourbon, Hybrid Perpetual and Noisette roses. Many antique roses have a strong, sweet scent, which makes them very popular.
Modern Roses
Old Garden Roses are the predecessors of Modern Roses. Any rose identified after 1867, is considered a Modern Rose. Very popular, This group is the result of crossbreeding the hybrid tea with the polyanthus (a variety of primrose).
The colors of Modern Roses are varied, rich and vibrant. Most roses in this class will flower repeatedly with the proper care. Perhaps that is why horticulturists find this class so attractive.
The most popular roses found in the class of Modern Roses are: the hybrid tea, floribunda, and grandiflora. Although Modern Roses are adored by florists and gardeners, they do require a little extra care, and do not adapt well to colder environments.
Further Classification
After a rose has been classified into 1 of the 3 main groupings, it can be further classified by color, scent, ancestry, date of introduction, growth habit, blooming characteristics and size. It is not always possible for horticulturists to classify every rose, especially the hybrid roses which can seem to be a grouping all their own.
But after a point, it is time to quit classifying and start growing. I think we have reached that point.
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Brew a Cup of Fair Trade Coffee
By Ellen Brown
It's difficult to imagine that one cup of coffee can make a huge impact on the environment. However, it can. Especially if the beans used to make that cup of coffee are Fair Trade, Shade Grown and Organic.
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