What is a Quafaie?


Quafaie (pronounced: kwa FAY) are fantasy creatures that exist in the fantasy writing of Hugh Kemeny, and are created by him. They are primarily in Hugh Kemeny’s Black Phoenix short stories...

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Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Daily Factoid

One of a Kind
Newfoundland has its own dictionary. The Dictionary of Newfoundland English, first published in 1982, includes such terms as "wait-a-minute" (a sulfur-tipped match) and "pampooty" (a sock or soft shoe). 
- The Old Farmer's Everyday Almanac Calendar; Fri 12 July 2013


Caffeinated Critters
To deter snails in the garden, spray strong leftover coffee on the leaves and stems of plants
- The Old Farmer's Everyday Almanac Calendar; Sat/Sun 13/14 July 2013

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