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Daylight grows longer, flowers begin to bloom, and nature awakens from its winter slumber. Embrace the season of renewal and fresh beginnings!
According to folklore, you can stand a raw egg on its end on the spring equinox, March 20, the first day of spring.
It’s true! I have done it. However, what I did not know until researching this myth is that it is possible to do on any day. There is no special gravitational pull on the spring equinox. Gently place the larger end of a raw egg on a non- slippery surface, allow the yolk to settle for few seconds before letting go. It takes patience and a steady hand. But it’s very cool when it happens, Good Luck!
The United States introduced Daylight Savings Time during WW I and WWII to conserve fuel for the war effort, and was often referred to as “War Time”.
The Uniform Time Act of 1966 formalized the United States' period of daylight saving time observed as lasting 6 months. It was increased to 8 months in 2005 pushed by candy industry lobbyists to increase profits by including Halloween in the daylight saving time period.
The idea that Daylight Saving Time was created to help farmers is a common myth; it was opposed by agricultural groups. It actually disrupted farm schedules, as farmers lost an hour of morning light for milking and harvesting.
Benjamin Franklin did not invent Daylight Saving Time another common misconception. He proposed that the French change their sleep schedules to utilize morning sunlight and save on candles. Meant as joke it did not sit well with some locals
Laugh Day on March 19th reminds us to add a little humor to our day. It's never good to be serious all the time. We have all heard the saying, “Laughter is the best medicine.” This is the day to take your medicine. Studies have shown that laughter may boost your immune system, relieve tension and help you relax. You burn between 10-40 calories for a good long 10 minute laugh. “Why did the man buy so many clocks” Because time is money
“We don’t laugh because we’re happy — we’re happy because we laugh”
Ingredients
Oil, for greasing pans
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
12 oz. beer (preferably lager)
4 1/2 oz. ham, cut into strips or small cubes (1 cup)
3 oz. Gruyère, coarsely grated (1 cup) (or substitute with Swiss cheese)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
2 Tbsp. Honey
1 Tbsp. thyme leaves, chopped
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Directions
Step 1 Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly oil 3 mini loaf pans (each about 6 inches by 3 inches).
Step 2 In large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3 Add beer, ham, Gruyère, Parmesan, parsley, honey, and thyme; stir with rubber spatula to combine (batter will be thick).
Step 4 Divide batter among prepared loaf pans (about 1 1/3 cups each) and drizzle each with melted butter.
Place pans on rimmed baking sheet and bake until golden brown and wooden pick inserted in center comes out mostly clean, 43 to 46 minutes. Let cool in pans 15 minutes, then turn out and serve warm or let cool completely on wire rack.
Share your favorite recipes and your favorite recipe memories. We would love to hear your story. Send to Diane Schroeder – dianeschroeder6615@gmail.com You can also drop them by at: ~ 743 Albatross ~Phone: 716-598-0627
Adds slow release calcium to the soil Large pieces help aerate the soil Place a tablespoon of crushed or powdered eggshells into the hole before planting tomatoes, squash, peppers and other vegetables that are susceptible to blossom end rot (calcium deficiency) Slugs hate them. Crush by hand and place around plants to deter slugs.
Contains calcium, phosphorus and potassium. Changes the Ph of the soil making it more alkaline.Apply directly to the garden in small amounts if you have acidic soil. Can be used in place of lime. Make sure it is ash from wood, not burned garbage or glossy papers.Add small amounts to compost to help maintain a neutral condition.
Contains potassium, phosphorus & nitrogen plus small amounts of copper, magnesium and calcium. Adds nitrogen Earthworms love them and gardens love earthworms Improves the texture of some soils May be slightly acidic
Banana peels are loaded with potassium. Plants that are grown for their fruits or flowers benefit from potassium rich fertilizers. Feed potassium rich fertilizer to your fruits, tomatoes and squash plants! To unlock the potassium in banana peels, simply place a banana peel in a mason jar full of water and cap it. Let it sit for 3 days and then use it to water your plants.
Watered down beer will add nutrients and nitrogen to the soil to give your plants a boost Give your compost a jump start by dumping beer on it. The yeast and sugar in the beer feed the beneficial bacteria in compost to really get it cooking.
Eggshells are full of calcium plus a little potassium. Crush clean eggshells and put in a mason jar full of water. Allowed to set for a week or so then use on your plants. Houseplants and tomatoes love this stuff! In fact, almost all plants need calcium. It may even help prevent blossom end rot.After you've used all your eggshell fertilizer, toss the shells in the compost and use new ones for the next batch.
Once you’re done cooking your veggies for dinner, drain the water into a bowl and allow to cool. This water contains all the vitamins the vegetables lost during the cooking process. I dilute this about half and half with water and give a splash to all my houseplants first, then head to the garden. This does not store well at all! Make sure you use it up the first day or it will start to smell like rotted garbage.Anything left can be dumped in the compost pile.
Epsom salts are high in magnesium and sulfur. Mix one tablespoon of Epsom salts with a gallon of water. I use this as a foliar spray on my tomatoes, peppers and roses about twice a month.
Cinnamon has anti-fungal properties, by dusting cinnamon all over the garden mulch, it helps to control mushroom growth. Cinnamon gets rid of molds and mildew in house plants too. Simply sprinkle a bit of cinnamon on the soil.
If you're having problems with mold or fungus, crush 5 cloves of garlic in a garlic press and pour a pint of boiling water over it. Let cool and strain. Dilute 1 part garlic solution to 2 parts water and spray on infected plants.
Late blight is similar to a fungus that garlic seems to help control it. Using the same recipe for fungus, spray on affected leaves lightly. I like to reapply this spray every two weeks
Pest spray: The garlic and water spray works to keep away ants, fruit flies, carrot flies, aphids, cabbage loopers, leaf miners, Japanese beetles and grasshoppers also. Spray on and around plants you want to protect You can also sprinkle garlic powder around the perimeter of your garden to keep rabbits and squirrels away, but it will need reapplied after a heavy rain
Mold and mildew: By applying the hydrogen peroxide solution to soils with bacteria, mold or spraying on powdery mildew it can combat these common garden ailments. When dealing with a particularly stubborn case I had to mix it twice as strong, but it worked without harming the plants. Reapply after rain.
Fertilizer: when properly diluted, peroxide provides that extra oxygen atom to plants at the root making it an excellent fertilizer. Mix 1 tsp of peroxide per cup of water and water plant at the roots
PEROXIDE Leaf pest spray: using a solution of 1 Tbsp peroxide to 1 cup of water, spray the infected plants foliage to deter pests.
Thank you to Patricia for the submitting this article.
Social connection plays an essential role in maintaining emotional well-being, especially for older adults. Pets provide companionship, reduce feelings of isolation, and often inspire conversations and shared activities. As the new year begins, they offer a simple and joyful way for seniors to stay connected.
Pet-related interactions naturally open the door to social engagement. Casual chats at the dog park, conversations on neighborhood walks, or sharing pet photos during calls with friends can all strengthen bonds. Seniors might also enjoy attending pet-friendly community events, setting up coffee dates with neighbors who also have pets, or joining local enrichment groups for pet owners.
These moments of connection, supported by the presence of a much-loved animal, help cultivate belonging and friendship. Pets not only fill homes with comfort they help fill calendars with meaningful social moments, setting seniors up for a more connected life.
In addition, pets can offer a gentle bridge to new relationships, especially for those who may feel hesitant about initiating social interactions. A friendly dog or curious cat often sparks natural conversation, making introductions easier and less intimidating. Over time, these small interactions can grow into supportive friendships, giving seniors a stronger sense of community and a rewarding network they can rely on throughout the year.
If you need assistance finding resources to adopt a pet or to care for a pet, please reach out to your neighbor, Dawn Hill. I’m honored to help in any way I can. 949-342-4083
Whether you’re planning a weekend adventure or looking for ways to spend quality time with your four-legged friend, here are fun activities and community events in the Fountain Valley region where dogs are welcome.
Mile Square Regional Park – Spacious park for leash walks and picnics with dogs.
Santa Ana River Trail – Scenic paved trail ideal for long walks or bike rides with your pup.
Huntington Dog Beach – Off-leash fun at the beach with sand and surf play.
Rosie’s Dog Beach (Long Beach) – Beach time and social pups (follow posted dog beach rules).
⛴ Fun Zone Boat Company (Newport Harbor) – Dog-friendly harbor cruises (leashed pups join the ride).
MeetUp.com is a reliable online source for a great variety of events happening around the area. You will need to sign up for MeetUp.com (free). Here are a few current listings related to dogs:
WALKING @ CENTRAL PARK, HUNTINGTON BEACH (dog friendly)
Hosted by Happy Feet Walking Group
Every Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM PST
PET LOSS SUPPORT GROUP meets two Saturdays each month via Zoom - RSVPs required 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM PST (Check back for updated timing)
Our group was founded in 2004-2005 by Andrea Keith LMFT CEAP | MFT#45708
Healing broken hearts one pet parent at a time
12:30 p.m.- 1:30 p.m. RSVP at time4therapy.com or akeithmft@gmail.com
We ask for a $25 donation but accept a sliding scale fee. You tell us what you can pay. Use your insurance
SURF CITY NIGHTS, HUNTINGTON BEACH (dog friendly)
Main St. Huntington Beach [Farmers Market & Street Fair!]
Every Tuesday 5pm - 8pm until Tuesday 12/28/2027 | Live music, unique crafters, specialty food booths
Article written by Dawn Hill, your neighbor on Magpie Ln. and owner of The Squeaky Toy, offering supplements & mobility gear for every dog. www.TheSqueakyToy.com 949-342-4083
If you know of a new neighbor that has moved in please let Joan know so that she can welcome them to our community. Contact Joan Flinn 714-290-5993 inlikeflinn123@gmail.com
The Pet Memorial Garden located in the Community Garden by the pool. Place a memorial rock or object to remember pets that have passed through our lives and honor the companionship and comfort they provided to us.
ONLY the items listed below can be accepted at the recycling center. All Aluminum All Milk Jugs All Water Jugs Plastic Water Bottles Plastic Cans Juice Bottles Tea Bottles/Jars Beer & Wine Bottles Any Item that is similar to the above items is most likely recyclable. (No steel cans)
The money collected will be used toward HOO future events. Items should be bagged and placed in the driveway of: Richard Kohls at 247 Albatross All other recycling can be put in the appropriate green dumpsters in the park.
Don’t throw those old batteries in the trash! Bring your old batteries to be properly recycled. The recycle bin is located in the Clubhouse on the front counter. Thank you Bruce Bailey for managing this program!
Recycling dumpsters are picked up every Wednesday. Trash dumpsters are picked up Tuesday and Friday.
If you would like an organics recycling bucket please contact RLS office.
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