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The Garden Bug: Sunlight needs
All plants require sunlight to grow. Check product labels for the sunlight needed as you select plants or seeds.
Divas on a Dime: Fast, frugal and healthy
Save Money and Stay Healthy: The Secret to Buying Organic Produce on a Budget.
Things to Ponder
Things turn out best for people who make the best out of the way things turn out.
Celebrity Extra: Jonathan Majors
I heard that Marvel was making another Avengers movie. I thought they were done after "Endgame." Who is going to star in this one?
Salome's Stars: Apr 20
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your big break is about to happen in the workplace. Expect to hear more about it within a few days.
The Garden Bug: Dogwood trees
The dogwood has graceful blossoms and distinctive bark, and also attracts wildlife. Silk moths and several species of butterflies favor dogwoods as hosts.
Divas on a Dime: Chimichurri
Spring has sprung! In honor of Earth Day and for your culinary enjoyment, let's chat about growing herbs.
Life hack, put ‘do nothing’ time on your calendar
This is clean rest—it’s time that we intentionally set aside for relaxation without feeling guilty about it.
Celebrity Extra: Sara Gilbert
Who is the tall blonde woman who is one of the hosts of "The Talk"? Also, what happened to Sara Gilbert?
Salome's Stars: Apr 13
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You might feel suddenly overwhelmed by a flood of responsibilities.
The Garden Bug: Candytuft
This showy beauty usually has white flowers, but sometimes pink or lilac varieties are available. It can grow up to 18 inches tall.
Divas on a Dime: Delicious Meatloaf
There are few foods more comforting than good old-fashioned meatloaf. I'm always surprised how much my family loves this humble dish, especially the kiddies.
Celebrity Extra: Vanderpump Rules
Has Tom Sandoval from the reality show "Vanderpump Rules" done any acting? I could swear that I saw him in one of those Lifetime movies recently.
Salome's Stars: Apr 6
LEO (July 23 to August 22) You're making progress as you move through some unfamiliar territory.
The Garden Bug: Rosemary room freshener
Gather one half-cup of fresh rosemary sprigs. Add them to one cup of vodka, place this mixture in a dark place…
Divas on a Dime: Show-stopper Easter cookies
Springtime Perfection: Easy and Colorful Meringue Cookies With a Secret Twist!
Celebrity Extra: Jesus Revolution
I want to see the new film "Jesus Revolution," but I don't like going to movie theaters. Can I watch it at home on my TV?
Salome's Stars: Mar 30
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your usually active social life is in super-high gear through this week.
The Garden Bug: Bugs vs Beetles
Ladybugs are beneficial to crops and gardens because they eat aphids, which are small sap-sucking insects (such as the greenfly and the blackfly)…
Divas on a Dime: Crockpot Glazed Pork
Some things are perfect just as they are and don't require improvement. This is one of those things.