Category Archives: Yard and Garden

Today’s Top Tip

If you are sensitive to certain chemicals, inspect the labels on your favorite lawn and garden supplements (fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and so on). Check your grass seed, too, if it contains anything besides seed: many brands offer seeding products that … Continue reading

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Today’s Top Tip

Planning to transfer your houseplants back outside for the summer? Consider using a wheeled cart, pot mover, or even a skateboard to help take some of the load from your body. If repotting plants into larger containers, try using lightweight … Continue reading

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April 15 isn’t just for taxes: it’s also the last frost date for much of the U.S. – so it’s a great time to think about adding tender plants to your garden. Conserve energy by choosing perennials and self-seeding annuals, … Continue reading

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Self-Care and Cold Weather

Falling temperatures don’t just signal winter’s approach: many of us find that cold weather exacerbates our fibromyalgia symptoms, increasing our levels of fatigue and pain. Moreover, the dangers posed by sleet, ice, and snow conspire to keep fibromites indoors during … Continue reading

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