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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 2004

Page

31

Soldier praises wife in Valentine message from Korea

A grateful U S soldier in South Korea commends his wife Kimberly Moonbeams for decades of support. He details moving miles, hosting four people in a hotel, managing finances, and raising children while he advanced his career. He honors her as the glue uniting their family.

Kimberly Moonbeams Abby

Hint makes dog bath a cinch for anxious pets

Reader shares a simple bath tip using a plastic kiddie pool with a doormat to comfort Chel sea during baths. The column notes many people bathe dogs in showers and mentions various pets and practical storage ideas.

Hint Earneloise Chelsea Carol Cabbie

Valentine’s Day Flower Care and Consumer Rights

Consumers should expect fresh flowers and know their rights on Valentine’s Day. Florists stress timely care and documentation, with policies from FTD offering full refunds or replacements for unsatisfactory bouquets. Experts note water tubes and proper vase use extend life, while reminding buyers to contact the local shop for issues rather than the payer.

Washington Post Society of American Florists Jennifer Sparks Alexandria Bill Hervey Art With Flowers Tysons Corner Hervey Caroline Barns FTD

How to Keep Flowers Fresh Longer

Experts say cut flowers last four to seven days with proper care. Start by placing stems in clean tepid water, use flower food if provided, cut stems under water, remove submerged leaves, and keep the vase away from direct sun and drafts. Check water daily and replenish as needed.

Aboutflowers Floralife.com Washington Post

Secret ingredients behind Floralife flower food revealed

Floralife, a family owned company from Walterboro South Carolina, notes its formula has three components sugar an acidifier and stem unpluggers to keep stems hydrated. The firm introduced Floralife Crystal Clear about a decade ago to avoid milky flocculant in water.

Washington Post Kurt Schroeder Floralife Walterboro S.C

Safe hot tubs if water kept clean and temperatures monitored

Dr Donohue argues hot tubs are safe and relaxing when water is properly chlorinated and kept below 104 F. He notes risks for pregnant women and those on blood pressure meds and cites a 2003 study on miscarriage risk. He also answers a reader about daily calorie needs, giving a general range for sedentary women.

Paul Donohue Arth America Syndicate Dr. Donohue R.T

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