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Poor Richard's Advice

The ppor have little;

beggars, none;

the rich, too much;

enough, not one.

- Benjamin Franklin, Poor Richard's Almanack, 1743

- The Old Farmer's Everyday Almanac Calendar; Sat/Sun 23/24 Feb 2013

Early Advantage

Spread wood ashes around lilacs, even over snow, to encourage growth and bloom in spring.

- The Old Farmer's Everyday Almanac Calendar; Mon 25 Feb 2013