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by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Written and compiled by Fred Jaicks. Xeriscaping (pronounced zerah-skaypeeng) is a trademarked, water conserving gardening program that began in the United States in the early 1980s during a drought. The program has spread to forty states where it is being embraced...
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by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Written and compiled by Fred Jaicks. Those who want to transform their backyard and patio areas from bare concrete slabs and empty, grass-filled lawns to decorative spaces will find plenty of creative ideas to bring their dreams to life. Whether creating a...
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by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Written and compiled by Fred Jaicks. Spinning is the art of pulling together fibers to form yarn which is then used by weavers to create anything from clothing to household decorations. In the nearly 20,000 years it has been in practice, the craft has evolved from...
by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Written and compiled by Fred Jaicks Numerous organizations exist with the specific aim of offsetting damages due to natural disaster. From preventative steps such as education and disaster mitigation to long-term disaster recovery efforts, these programs...
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by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Written and compiled by Fred Jaicks Watching and listening to songbirds in your backyard can provide both entertainment and enjoyment for your family. Birds require a certain environment to ensure that they remain healthy and comfortable. If elements are...
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by Fred Jaicks | Uncategorized
Written and compiled by Fred Jaicks. The Sun: Introduction The sun is a star at the center of the solar system around which all local planets orbit. It is made mainly of the gasses hydrogen and helium, with hydrogen taking up about 70% of its mass and helium 28%. A...
