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- Thursday, June 20, 2013 DAWSONVILLE, GA
Archive By Section - Lifestyle Columnists
Too old to sell
For far too long, I have been delaying the inevitable project of getting rid of some stuff. We have talked about a yard sale for a long time, but have not quite put it together.
It's a see-saw kind of week
Many people recognize the statement "It was the best of times; it was the worst of times," even if they don't remember these words as the opening lines of Charles Dickens' novel A Tale of Two Cities.
Avoid garden pest problems
A common question I hear is: "What can I do to control insects and diseases without pesticides?"
Where are all the heroes?
I grew up in the era when astronauts were both heroes and celebrities. We knew the names of people like Alan Shepherd, John Glenn, Gus Grissom and others.
Do dogs really need a last name?
There is a little dog that lives at our house. Her name is Buttons and in human terms, she is a senior citizen. When I came into her life, she was well into middle age and, like most who reach that point, was set in her ways.
On this side of a birthday
Originally, this column was inspired by one written by Ted Oglesby in The (Gainesville) Times.
Protect honeybees from pesticides
Most people understand the importance of honeybees, but every year there are unintentional kill or damage of honeybee colonies resulting from insecticide usage.
Farewell to four faves
There was a record store on Broad Street in Monroe called the Music and Camera Shop. It was owned by Edward Peters and he carried all the latest 45s and plenty of albums.
Gardening tips for July
July continues to be a busy time for gardeners. With grass to cut and weeds on the increase there are always outside jobs in the summer. Listed below are just a few gardening tips for mid summer.
Pesticides can be deadly
The symptoms of pesticide poisoning are quite variable and, unfortunately, may mimic other types of illness.
Technology takes away Kodachrome
In the past few days, the Eastman Kodak company announced that its Kodachrome film would be no more.
Be sure to mow lawn at the correct height
Mowing is the most frequent and therefore, generally, the most expensive turf management practice used. It can also affect turf quality as much as any other cultural practice.
Whatever you call them, they’re yours to keep
This is my 19th Father's Day. That is, if you count the one where we were anticipating an arrival in September of 1990.
The other boys of summer
There is a connection between summer and cars that remains in my mind.
It’s really nice to be able to say ‘Hi’
"You must know half the people in Dawson County," friends have often remarked. "Every where we go, you are greeting someone."
Articles by Section - Lifestyle Columnists
When to prune azaleas
Azaleas are a staple of traditional southern landscapes.
What causes pollen
Spring is a beautiful time of year. Longer days, green grass and leaves reappearing on the trees really brighten up my mood.
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