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Whether he stays there in NHL remains to be seen. I’m more concerned about defense. I think Leonard, Sourdif, and Hutson will be good puck movers with some more experience, which they’ve been lacking. Need a strong finisher at wing and some muscle and grit on defense.

Especially for garden beds with shrubs and trees. They are organic, break down slowly, have air pockets — all of which contribute to healthy soil. I remove mine from sidewalks, let the rest lay where they fall. They also linger on trees through the winter and are packed with seeds, providing an essential food source for chickadees, goldfinches, etc.

A trailer for a slasher movie they could have easily saved for the second half.

Wanted to try Finn’s, but didn’t have time.

To use to shield neighboring plants while spraying. Just wet the leaves, it’ll be dead in a few days.

He wanted view of the river and the forest was in the way. The top part of the NPS saw to it that the trees were classified as invasive species and the entire section of forest was mowed down. Whistleblowers within NPS called BS and lost their jobs.

Also, multiple species which each have distinctive flight/flash patterns. We commonly have 2 species (there are more) in VA. One makes a “J” pattern. Fireflies are important predators in food chain as larvae in the ground (aka glow worms). They control those grubs you find in your lawn. Of course, you lose them if you spray with pesticides.

I know you were in MD, but still a great resource. Tells you which counties and gives habitat(s) descriptions. Also gives info on introduced/invasive species.

I’m also an educator with a public system, and I changed positions two months ago after 18 years at the same position. The position I got, I applied for over a year ago just to get an interview. The position I wanted had no openings over the last year. Finally got called to interview, thought I did pretty well, but didn’t hear anything for several weeks. The year of waiting taught me patience. Finally got the call and was offered. Beforehand, I spoke with another guy who went through the process some years before, and he gave up hope after waiting 4-5 months after interviewing. Call came out of nowhere and he got the job. This is probably a larger system than yours, but the point being there are all kinds of things going on behind the scenes. For example, it could be as simple as they need to process an outgoing person completely before officially offering the new person. Or maybe they anticipate another position opening and think you’re a better fit for that one. After I got my position after a year of waiting, there are now 10 openings of the same position. Go figure. Timing is everything and things happen for a reason.

I don’t really go out of my way to chase birds anymore, but whenever I travel, I always get up early and walk the local parks. Added about 10 last month in Switzerland. I have 118 for the yard (Alexandria) including heard only and flyovers. Birding is a great way to be active outside and see places (local and abroad) you wouldn’t otherwise visit. The diversity of species is fascinating to me anyway.

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Told my 4th and 1st grader to grab an old pair of sneakers because it’s muddy. At the end of the hike we get in the car and my 4th grader says “Dad, my feet kind of hurt.” Turns out the “old” pair of sneakers she grabbed was 4 sizes too small and she somehow crammed her feet into them. Never said a word during the hike.

My kids did plenty of 2-5 mile hikes in kindergarten and up, but they were used to it. They hiked Old Rag (9 mi) with me at 10 and 7. I would consider their fitness and experience with hiking to start. I think nearly any kid can do a 3 mile hike, but 5 may be too long for some. Younger kids will get bored if there’s nothing to “see” or “do.” Are there scenic views? Rock scrambles? I also brought “surprises” with me. Every mile or so I’d pull out beef jerky, a Hershey bar, or a stick of gum. Lastly, all 5 mile hikes are not equal. A flat hike is no big deal. A strenuous hike with steep elevation gain could be torture for a kindergartener, unfit kid/adult, or inexperienced hiker.

Their produce is way better than anywhere else. You then end up overpaying for other things out of convenience. Still get most meat at Costco though.

Especially at trailheads. Makes up for all the rest.

If you’re staying at the lodge, leave early before the shuttles start ( in the dark) and walk on the roadside path (less than a mile) up to the next shuttle stop. You’ll get the lower (safe) portion out of the way as the sun comes up and beat the crowds. We made it to the top, rested and took in the views, and made it past the chains on the way down before the first big groups came up. Best concierge tip I ever got.

They also control rodent and pest populations. If you’re putting food out for them (whether they’re your target species or not), they’re going to come for the free meal. It’s one thing to remove them from your home for health reasons, it’s another thing to lure them in and eradicate them. For anyone that kills raccoons, fox, snakes, crows, hawks, etc., I say enjoy your mice. House mice and Norway rats love bird seed.

1980 Mazda GLC station wagon “Millenium Falcon” 1990 Honda Civic hatchback “Edgar” 1999 Jeep Wrangler sport “Rose” 1999 Honda Accord 2 door “Doris” 2005 Honda Pilot “Black Mamba” 2011 Honda CR-V “Gray Ghost” 2019 Honda Pilot “Green Darkness”

With a splash or two of limeade

Besides the suckers, you'll get seedlings all over your yard. Very invasive.

Did my homework and talked to friends who lived there. Get a steak at Trattoria Mario (get there when they open at 12pm) Get the gnocchi at Osteria Santo Spirito (get reservation well in advance) Get gelato at Gelateria La Carraia Get online reservation (earlier the better) to climb the Duomo in advance. Climbing bell tower is also fun but do it a different day to save your knees. Views are outstanding. Al Tranvai is another good dinner spot. Sandwichic has great sandwiches. Uffizi Gallery is a great museum if you like art (get reservation). If you want to see David (and don’t mind pornography), get a reservation for Galleria Accademia. You won’t need much time there.

No lawn

White Oak Scarlet Oak Chestnut Oak Pignut Hickory Beech Sweetgum Sycamore Red Maple Green Ash Blackgum Black Willow River Birch Eastern Redcedar Black Cherry Shadbush Seviceberry Flowering Dogwood Sweetbay Magnolia Persimmon Pawpaw Sassafras American Holly Redbud Washington Hawthorn Red Mulberry Native Shrubs: Arrowwood Viburnum Mapleleaf Viburnum Possumhaw Blackhaw Viburnum Mountain Laurel Pinxter Azalea Swamp Azalea Coastal Azalea Piedmont Rhododendron Spicebush Wax Myrtle Witch Hazel Sweet Pepperbush Buttonbush Elderberry Winterberry Strawberrybush Ninebark Smooth Sumac Wild Hydrangea Oakleaf Hydrangea Red Chokeberry Black Highbush Blueberry Hillside Blueberry Black Huckleberry To name a few

First was before vaccines and was brutal. Glad to be alive. Second and third were nothing.