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Brain Teaser…
A man is trapped in a room with two
doors. Opening the first door he finds a
room made from magnifying glass that
instantly fries his skin. Behind the
second door is a fire-breathing dragon.
How can the man escape?
(See page 4 for the answer.)
Winning The Weed Battle
If you want to stop using chemical
products to prevent weeds, here are
three effective solutions:
Prevent weeds:
Corn gluten in the
early spring is an effective pre-
emergent, nontoxic herbicide. You can
find it at most garden stores.
Keep it green:
The best defense
against weed invasion is a lush, actively
growing, healthy lawn. The grass is
able to cover the yard and choke out
weed growth. Use a good fertilizer and
water the grass at a rate of one inch of
water (about 60 minutes) each week in
most climates. The best time to water is
between 2am and 7am, so it may be
worth investing in a timer.
Killing weeds:
Pour boiling water
mixed with white vinegar directly on
the weeds. An alternative is to buy a
lawn torch that attaches to a small
propane tank to burn the weeds.
CAUTION: Make sure the grass is wet
to avoid starting a fire.
Is Beach Sand Dangerous?
When children under the age of 11 dig
in beach sand, they are at a 44 percent
higher risk for diarrhea. The reason is
sand can harbor bacteria like E-coli or
enterococcus from storm water runoff
and waste from animals.
Newspaper Headline Goofs
Something Went Wrong In Jet Crash,
Expert Says
Typhoon Rips Through Cemetery;
Hundreds Dead
Astronaut Takes Blame For Gas In
Spacecraft
Red Tape Holds Up New Bridge
Legislators Tax Brains To Cut
Deficit
Man Shot Twice In Head, Gets Mad
3 Great Conversation Starters
Communicating well can make a huge difference in your life, both
professionally and socially. Learn how to start conversations with these tips:
1. Ask an open-ended question.
Be curious about people and ask them
questions that prompt them to respond in a genuine (not automatic) way.
For example, ask “
Tell me about your day,”
instead of the common
inquiry, “
How are you?”
Common questions often get automated answers
and leave little room to expand the conversation further.
2. Stay current on the news.
Before going to a meeting or party where you
may need to talk to people you don’t know, take a few minutes to look at
the news. There’s always good material there – serious and funny. Try to
stay away from political or controversial topics.
3. Reword their answer as a new question.
A good conversationalist
listens carefully. Acknowledge the other person while also keeping the
conversation rolling by asking them to clarify or expand on the
information they just shared. This lets them know you are listening and
establishes rapport.
Eat These Foods For Hydration
There are many benefits to staying fully hydrated. Hydration can
boost our energy levels when you get hot and give your skin a youthful
glow. If you’re tired of drinking more and more water to stay hydrated,
try adding these foods to your diet:
Citrus fruit
: Grapefruit and oranges have antioxidants and vitamin C
to keep you healthy. Eat slices or as fresh juice.
Watermelon:
It’s hyper-hydrating because it’s almost all water. But
it also contains nutrients like magnesium, calcium, and potassium.
Cucumber
: This veggie is primarily water and can be sliced and
added to a salad to give it a crisp, refreshing taste. It’s also packed
with the anti-inflammatory benefit of vitamin C and lignan.
Fresh coconut
: Water from the inside of a young coconut is a staple
for hydration in many countries. It can replace the electrolytes in
your body while also offering a rich store of vitamins and minerals.