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Hate ticks...be careful my friends.

Anna: 😬 From a local gardener:
This tick has been on display for us to show people for a while. After months in a sealed container without any additional feeding, she laid eggs. This demonstrates how long a tick can remain dormant and how many eggs one female can lay. Remember, ticks become active again in the fall, so continue with preventive measures.
If you encounter a small pile of jelly-like balls in your garden, act immediately! These are tick eggs and they're set to hatch soon.
Either set them on fire (as long as burn restrictions are allowed) or destroy them by soaking in isopropyl alcohol. Be sure to wear gloves if you handle the nest, as it contains hundreds of tick eggs that will hatch in a few weeks.

Don’t throw out that old rake, here’s a great upcycle idea!!
1. Clean the Rake: Ensure your old rake is clean and free from rust. A wire brush can help remove any flaking metal or rust.
2. Secure Oranges: Attach whole oranges to the tines of the rake. You can either impale the oranges directly onto the tines, or use twine or wire to tie them securely.
3. Hang the Rake: Choose a spot outdoors where birds frequent. Hang the rake by its handle from a tree branch or a hook near your garden. Ensure it’s stable to prevent swinging, which could scare the birds away.
4. Watch and Enjoy: Refill with fresh oranges as needed and enjoy watching a variety of birds visit your new feeder.

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The merger between Bayer and Monsanto, and the subsequent removal of Monsanto's name for rebranding purposes, does not change the fact that the nation's largest w**d killer company was involved in food companies. This list highlights companies that had business dealings with Monsanto prior to the merger, with some still owned by Monsanto's subsidiaries.

Did You know Ella Fitzgerald was not allowed to perform in Hollywood's most popular nightclub, The Mocambo, because of her race & body size. Marilyn Monroe, who was a big fan, called the owner and explained that if he booked Ella, she would be there every night, which guaranteed huge press coverage. He booked Ella and Marilyn was there, front table, every single night as promised. Ella said, "After that, I never had to play a small jazz club again. She was an unusual woman, a little ahead of her time, and she didn’t even know it.”
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