Tomatoes that ripen all at once on a perfectly sized bush aid in mechanized harvesting, but that's a very short season for fresh picking. Tomatoes that keep a long time in cold storage also please commercial farmers, but we all know what those taste like.
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Posted by johnyboy41 1 day 10 hours ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)Saving space in the kitchen
Posted by Tinselteeth 4 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Don't despair if you need to move everything aside on the counter when you want to cook, or if you lost your keys "» again.
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Hot accessories for your bathroom
Posted by Vaseline28 8 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Q: I finally talked my husband into redecorating our bathroom. The white tile floor and fixtures are fairly new, so we're not changing them. By keeping our white plumbing fixtures, we can paint the walls any color we want.
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Shopping for great reproductions
Posted by qwerty52395 11 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Have you ever wanted to collect and display fine art but felt you can't afford it? Well, think again. Copies of van Goghs, Monets, Dalis, Picassos and more are on canvas and affordable. Interested? Let's talk.
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5 methods to warm your rooms
Posted by TempStrife 15 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
It's that time of year — time to wrap up in warm sweaters and scarves. By bringing heavier, more luxurious textiles into your space, you can dress your home for the colder weather, as well.
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Set the table before your invite birds to dine
Posted by SuperAdam34 18 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
There is a lot to consider before opening a winter bird feeding station on your property.
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How to maintain modern home components
Posted by MapleLeafs 22 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Today's homes are filled with components that weren't so common years ago. They make your home more efficient and less work. You can't ignore them entirely, though.
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Recycling saves money, planet
Posted by theshade67 25 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Dear EarthTalk: Recycling can be a somewhat time-consuming task; so can you please provide some benefits of taking the time to separate my trash? Joseph Jiminez, Houston
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Reviving the art of writing thank-you notes
Posted by Darjeeling 29 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
We are always surprised when we hear grown people shrug off thank-you notes. No, it doesn't matter if Grandma was sitting with you as you opened the gift from her; you still owe her a formal thank-you note. An email won't do either.
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West End Fair bake-off winners to compete at Pennsylvania Farm Show
Posted by Jehezekel 32 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Melanie Frantz believes the secret to a good cake is fresh eggs from the farm and milk straight from the dairy. And lots of chocolate and peanut butter, of course.
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Catalogs will help you plan
Posted by LittleEdge 36 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
It pays to plan ahead. This was painfully evident last year, when I discovered retailers pricing 1-gallon potted organic tomatoes at more than $7 apiece in June. The small-budget gardener in me knew that same plant could be grown from seed for pennies.
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Lighting up your indoor winter garden
Posted by mentalsniff 39 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Lots of folks bring their gardens inside over the winter months.
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Tools to put under the tree this Christmas
Posted by madman899 46 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Many men love tools, but what if your significant other is not a professional builder? What kind of tools should you give your household handyman for Christmas?
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10 essentials tools for every household
Posted by scudmaster 50 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Sixteen-ounce versions are ideal for driving and yanking nails. Look for steel or Fiberglas handles. Fiberglas will make the hammer lighter and easier to swing.
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Putting garden tools to bed for winter
Posted by DarkPaladin 57 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Good garden tools are like old friends — they're not easy to find, and it takes some time and effort to get familiar and comfortable with them. But ultimately, they're always there for us.
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Themes personalize your holiday decorating
Posted by Vaseline28 60 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Consider incorporating a theme in your Christmas decorating. Some ideas:
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Simple, but elegant
Posted by EbilPancake 64 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
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Mulch: The gardener's gift that keeps giving
Posted by Gangsternub 67 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
If you've read my articles over the years, you may know I'm a huge fan of mulch, so much so that the Mulch and Soil Council named me its paid spokesman a few years back, a position I still hold.
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Start small, and feeding the birds will grow on you
Posted by oberits44 71 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Karen Hagen Goldberg developed her love for feeding birds as a child.
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Discounts for the birds
Posted by HalfDragon 74 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
The Monroe County Environmental Center in Bartonsville will be holding a "Pick Your Own Discount" sale from Monday through Saturday, Dec. 3.
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Strategies for surviving holiday flying
Posted by Chaddledee 78 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
If you are planning on traveling, know that a little bit of organization goes a long way. Here are six strategies for traveling more sanely this season.
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Reversed polarity could explain shock
Posted by Doodmeister 81 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
A: I strongly discourage any do-it-yourself electrical repairs, because the outcome can be fatal. One small mistake and you could be electrocuted and/or cause a fire.
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Is your yard for the birds?
Posted by Lightning 85 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
It’s time to bring out the bird feeders. But some people don’t stop there. And we don’t just mean providing suet. Some people have squirrel proof birdfeeders and even heated birdbaths.
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7 things you should do before winter sets in
Posted by kmurphy86 88 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Clean one room at a time. When it comes to housekeeping, bouncing from room to room is slower because you can't see clear progress. Plus, you're likely to get distracted along the way. Better to focus on one room instead.
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Quick and inexpensive way to cut your water bill
Posted by SS99Vegito0 92 days ago (http://www.poconorecord.com)
Dear Ed: I enjoy your passion for saving water and I'm ready to start upgrading my plumbing fixtures to be more efficient so I can lower my water bill.
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