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Video: Here’s an easy way to remove a tree stump

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If you own property with trees on it you probably hate seeing one of them get so badly damaged that it has to be taken down.

I’ve been in the unfortunate situation of having to remove several trees that were severely damaged by storms, including this one that’ll have to come down real soon.

Of course when you cut a tree down you’re always left with an unsightly stump. You could always pay a pro big bucks to remove that stump for you or even rent a stump grinder and remove it yourself, but there’s much cheaper way to get rid of it.  [Read more…]

Timelapse video: “Bluebell Wood”

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The United Kingdom is famous the world over for its iconic “Bluebell Woods”, the best-known of which are located in England.

As you ‘ll see in the short time-lapse video below, these wooded areas are carpeted with millions of colorful bluebell flowers that come alive every spring, adding a splash of color to our world.  [Read more…]

Video: Glen Campbell singing “Try A Little Kindness”

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Like most everyone else I sometimes hear a song come on the radio that takes me back to my younger years – a song that helped shape the way I see the world and the people who live among us.

I heard one of those beloved songs yesterday and it brought back some wonderful memories…  [Read more…]

Would a magnetic compass work on the moon?

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Have you ever used a magnetic compass to navigate from one place to another?

Or perhaps you remember playing around with one as a kid?

If so, have you ever wondered if such a compass would work on the moon?

Well I have, and the answer is somewhat surprising…

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What do the “expiration dates” on food products really mean? (probably not what you think)

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Like most people you’re probably quite diligent when it comes to your safety and the safety of your loved ones, as well you should be.

And a huge part of an effective safety routine is making sure the foods you eat and serve to others are safe to eat.

But with that being said, did you know you might well be throwing perfectly safe (and expensive) food items in the trash simply because of an arbitrary “expiration date”?  [Read more…]