November 2009
Male or Female
Male or Female? You might not have known this, but a lot of non-living objects are actually either male or female. Here are some examples: FREEZER BAGS: They are male, because they hold everything in, but you can see right through them. PHOTOCOPIERS: These are female, because once turned off; it takes a while to warm them up again....
Brine for a Turkey
For a tastier and juicier turkey this Thanksgiving: Basic Brine 2 cups kosher salt 2 cups sugar 2 gallons of water (orange juice or apple cider can be substituted for some water)Optional ingredients for flavor: 3 bay leaves 1/2 cup of your favorite dried herbs and spices (sage, oregano, thyme, basil, cloves, cinnamon, etc.) 1 tablespoon cracked black peppercorns lemon or orange slices crushed...
Many ways to support tomatoes (repost)
Original is at: http://simple-green-frugal-co-op.blogspot.com/2008/11/many-ways-to-support-tomatoes.html Many ways to support tomatoes Posted by Marc from Garden Desk My garden has no tomato plants in it right now. It is Fall in my garden and I am growing lots of broccoli, cabbage and lettuce in the space where tomatoes grew during Summer. Now that time in the garden is getting shorter, I...
How to tell the difference Between a Cold and H1N1...
Know the Difference between a Cold and H1N1 Flu Symptoms Symptom Cold H1N1 Flu Fever Fever is rare with a cold. Fever is usually present with the flu in up to 80% of all flu cases. A temperature of 100°F or higher for 3 to 4 days is associated with the H1N1 flu. Coughing A hacking, productive (mucus- producing) cough is often present with a cold. A non-productive...
