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Roses have a reputation for being temperamental and difficult to care for. However, not all roses are created equal. Shrub roses are some of the easiest to grow and have the same beautiful attributes as classic roses—but without all the fuss. Shrub roses come in a wide array of colors, from snowy white to deep …
Better selection. Garden centers and nursery catalogs offer a much greater variety of plants as seeds as opposed to transplants. You’ll be able to choose from a broader selection of herbs, vegetables, and flowers. And, you’ll find flavors and colors you might not even think about. It’s simple. Germinating seeds is a snap – the …
Fine Motor Skills If you’ve ever tried to learn how to use chopsticks as an adult, you’ll know how difficult it is to coordinate your fingers to precise position each stick to create a firm grip on your food. Learning how to play the guitar is kind of like that, but about a thousand times …
GETTING STARTED If you’re a complete newbie it’s best to start with acrylic paints. They are inexpensive and easy for beginners. Acrylic paints are also water-soluble, easy to clean from your materials, quick-drying, and quite forgiving! To avoid a mental blank when you get in front of the canvas for the first time, think ahead …
1. Choose a container. Seed-starting containers should be clean, measure at least 2-3 inches deep, and have drainage holes. They can be plastic pots, cell packs, peat pots, plastic flats, yogurt cups, even eggshells. As long as they are clean (soak in a 9 parts water to one-part household bleach for 10 minutes), the options are …
Curly, textured, natural hair — it’s bouncy, beautiful, and many people are born with it. Genetically, curly hair forms a tight spiral or a springy, ribbon-like shape without you having to do anything to style it. But the very same properties that give curls their structure can mean that people with curly hair need to …
1. Upcycle your things Crafting is both a fun hobby and therapeutic, and upcycling means you can take the things that you own but have no use for anymore and then turn them into new treasures. Once you upcycle one thing, you will probably want to do it with everything you have ever used. To get …
1. Carry your book(s) everywhere. There’s always an opportunity to read. Maybe before a business meeting. Whenever you have a moment, you can break out your book and read. Especially if you like to read digital versions. I still prefer a hard copy. 2. Keep a list. There’s a sense of fulfillment and motivation tracking …
1. Put Yourself in a Situation Where Growth Is Inevitable If you give yourself an option of using your language skills, chances are you’ll choose to not use them. Our brain will instinctively choose a decision that’s simple and requires less thought. Like acquiring any new skill, learning a new language is going to require …
1. Start with the roots You can purchase roses already potted in soil or as dormant bare-root plants. Each type has its benefits: Container roses: Container roses are great for novice gardeners because they’re easy to plant and establish quickly. They can also be purchased at local nurseries throughout the growing season. This allows you …