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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1987
Page
31
A reader debunks the idea that hummingbirds die without protein and shares observation of a local male bird visiting sugar water at a feeder all day. He notes habitat nearby with a water oak and a dead twig perch where the bird preens between quick sips.
A narrator observes a hummingbird feasting at a sugar feeder then catching gnats for protein. The piece details feeding habits, seasonal movements, and the yearly migration toward the Yucatan, urging readers to maintain feeders for mid July influx and fall departures.
In spring 1987 the author indulges a strong gardening obsession, sterilizing soil and warming flats for indoor seeding. Weeks pass with no sprouts, leading to a shift from kitchen counters to other tasks as grandchildren dye Easter eggs and unopened seed packets remain.
The piece extols self sowing perennials and wildflowers such as larkspur, Queen Anne’s lace, lupines and amsonia. It notes their seeds spread naturally, forming rosettes and colonies, with examples from Virginia to Texas. It laments highway clipping that prevents reseeding and suggests planting in island medians instead.
Enthusiasts seek the thrill of success more than breed improvement in dog shows. AKC rules govern entries and health, with costs ranging from 15 to 30 dollars per dog, plus travel and grooming fees. Top handlers can bill 40 to 50 dollars per showing, and some owners spend vast sums. prizes are modest, while championship boosts stud fees and pup prices only slightly.
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