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Book review: Masters of the Air
In January, Apple Tv released the first episode “Masters of the Air”, a mini-series based on Donald L. Miller’s same titled book. The mini-series was created by the same people who produced the “Band of Brothers” mini-series 20 years ago. … Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, History
Tagged Book review, WW2
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My 5 favorite waterwise perennials
I’ve been gardening here on my Zone 5 Colorado estate for over 30 years now. I have learned a whole lot about gardening in that time, and I am still learning more every year. Usually the hard way. I literally … Continue reading
Posted in Gardening, Gardening in the West
Tagged xeriscaping
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Book review: A Great Improvisation
Far back in my distant past, when public schools still used to teach American history, I have a vague recollection of being taught by my teachers that Benjamin Franklin and John Adams were sent to France to enlist their aid … Continue reading
