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The Poor Man’s Fertilizer

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When I was small, I heard that it was good when it snowed because it was called a “poor man’s fertilizer”. The person that told me was an old farmer, so I never questioned the saying. Is there truth behind the saying? Aside from water, nitrogen is the only element that snow puts back into the Earth.

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When Is Mardi Gras 2025? History & Traditions

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Mardi Gras is Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Learn about the history, traditions, and folklore behind this fun festival of fabulous food, including King Cakes and beignets! Mardi Gras is a holiday of carefree celebration that precedes a time of solemn prayer and fasting known as Lent. Mardi Gras marks the culmination of “Carnival”—a festive season

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Top ELEVEN Most Memorable Weather Events

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In 1999 we published an article on the 100 Most Memorable Weather Events over the past century. In 2001, we went further back in weather history and named the Top 10. In 2007 we added one more event to the list.

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Monkey Bread

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Everyone's favorite, this warm sweet bread is great for breakfast or as an anytime treat! And it's so easy to make—only 4 ingredients!

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