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Black-eyed
Susan,
a garden
favorite
The Black-eyed
Susan is a garden
favorite from grand
ma’s garden and is a
staple in any peren
nial garden. This is
a hardy plant. Who
doesn’t love the stun
ning look of a Black-
eyed Susan?
Black-eyed Susan
blooms in late sum
mer and resembles a
sunflower with stun
ning yellow flowers
and a black center.
Once established, this
plant will return year
after year to stun and
beautify your garden.
Birds love them as
well as butterflies and
pollinators. The late
summer to early fall
flowers adds bright
color.
The flowers are
excellent in cut vase
arrangements. The
dried flower stems in
the garden can be left
standing during the
bare winter months
for added contrast in
the garden.
Black-eyed Susan’s
like well-drained soil
and partial to full sun.
The plants like a reg
ular garden fertilizer
on a regular basis.
The best time to plant
Black-eyed Susan
is after the danger
of frost has passed.
Black-eyed Susan is
deer resistant.
As always, join your
local garden club for
a wealth of informa
tion and fellowship.
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2022 Western Wear Contest
The Farm Wife
Sam Eades
samsylvaniatimes@gmail.com
at Two Pennies Farm
Not only did we have a festive pageant, parade and
livestock show during the 2022 annual Screven County Fes
tival this year, the Sylvania Juniors Womens Club sponsored
their annual "Western Wear Contest" that took place down
town at the fountain after the parade. Youth from all sur
rounding counties entered the contest. Pictured are a few of
the winners from the contest
Levi Rahn
Reese Patrick
&
Emma Webb
Pictured: Jada Kate Monroe, 2021 Queen: Emma
Webb, 2022 Queen: Ariel Mincey, 2022 Queen: Alaina
Milner, 2020 Queen
Think It Through
I don’t get by the Blessing Box in town as often as I used
to. If you’re not familiar with it, it is a food donation box on
Telephone Street in Sylvania. It is based on the principle of
“Take what you need. Give what you can.” It’s by the old
Victory Gardens General Store, and since they’ve closed I’m
just not in the area much. But today warranted a special trip.
I had inventoried my Perpetual Pantry* and found I had too
many of a couple of food items. Since I couldn’t use them in
a reasonable amount of time, why not make them available to
someone who could?
The Box is a little sad looking since VGGS closed. Unfortunately, when I
opened the Box up it was obvious that someone hadn’t thought their donation
through. They had kindly donated crayons that I’m sure some child would have
enjoyed if they hadn’t melted all over the bottom of the box. You see, the Box
faces due west, and with the sun shining in it all day, it can get quite hot inside.
Well, I certainly couldn’t put a food donation on top of melted crayons.
This threw me into a quandary. Since I no longer travel with kids in the car, I
no longer travel with a Clean-Up Box either, no paper towels, no trash bag, no
spray cleaner, no way to clean this up. Oh, wait. If a credit card can be used
as an emergency ice scraper, it can certainly be used as an emergency melted
crayon scraper. And doesn’t everyone stash extra to-go napkins in the glove
box? What’s this, an empty Wendy’s bag under the seat? I was good to go, and
in a few minutes the Blessing Box was tidied up.
I unpacked my totes. It’s funny, but it’s reflex for me to arrange the boxes and
cans into an eye-pleasing display with the most desirable foods front and center.
Not that anyone else would notice. But I think it shows respect for the food and
the ones who will eat it.
I really need to make an Un-New Year’s Resolution, along the lines of an Un-
Birthday Party, to stock the Blessing Box more regularly and more intentionally.
I used to take one week of the month, and whatever I bought at the grocery store
BOGO sale was donated to the Blessing Box. One for me, one for you. Once I
was in the pharmacy and was amazed at the selection of teen feminine products.
A light bulb went off and I bought one of each and popped them in the Box.
Other times I would just pick up an extra ten dollars worth of what ever looked
good when I was grocery shopping.
It’s sometimes hard to know what to put in the Box. From the number of weeks
that two bags of lentils stayed in there, I know what not to put in there. Mostly
I think of what I like to eat and convenience. No matter how much I like canned
peaches, they won’t do anyone any good if the can is not a pop-top type or a
simple can opener is not included. You can do your own experiment: Stock the
Blessing Box one day, then go back the next day to see what’s been taken. That
will give you a good idea of what folks need and like. Go ahead and be gener
ous, but think it through.
* For more info on a Perpetual Pantry, check out FlyLady.net, and search for
Perpetual Pantry.
Nancy Baker
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Sam Eades
Publisher/Writer
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As a child I spent a great bit of time on the Lake. Living on the lake had its avantages.
Fishing and boating almost every day was a joy during the Spring and Summer for our fam
ily.
We loved camping in several of the great parks located in Georgia. You do not have to
go too far to have a great vacation. Just choose Georgia and save money. And, if you have
kids, they will love the adventure. I sure did. Take your tent, camper & boat for a great
vacation you will remember for years to come.
Spring and Summer in the Peach State is unlike any other. We have more than 60
Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites that are the perfect playground for outdoor explorers
of all ages and skill levels. Known for the panoramic views, unique activities and must-see
wildlife, waterfalls and hikes, Georgia's State Parks remain a year-round haven for adven
ture seekers.
Take the road less traveled and wrap up the summer with a visit to one of these Georgia
State Parks below. Get out and discover something new before the sun sets on summer!
1. George L. Smith State Park, Twin City
Meander through the Spanish moss-draped cypress and tupelo trees while paddling in the
glass-like, black waters at this serene state park in Twin City. With natural beauty, lakeside
camping and cozy cottages, this secluded park is the perfect South Georgia retreat. George
L. Smith State Park is best known for its picturesque 412-acre “pond” and refurbished Par
rish Mill, a combination gristmill, sawmill, covered bridge and dam built in 1880. A group
shelter near the bridge is popular for family reunions and parties. Some campsites sit right
on the water's edge, while cottages with gas fireplaces and screened porches are nestled into
the woods. The park's mill pond beckons anglers and paddlers to explore by kayak, canoe,
paddle or john boat, all which are available to rent at the park. Canoeists and kayakers can
join the Park Paddlers Club, which offers a list of the best paddling spots in Georgia's State
Parks to check off a list. While on the water, nature enthusiasts might spot beavers, blue
heron, white ibis and other wading birds. Hikers can stretch their legs on seven miles of
trails while searching for gopher tortoises, Georgia's state reptile.
2. Mistletoe State Park, Appling
Known as one of the best bass fishing spots in the nation. Mistletoe State Park in Appling
is located on 71,100-acre Clarks Hill Lake near Augusta. Boat ramps provide easy access to
one of the Southeast's largest lakes. During the summer, guests can cool off and lounge at
the sandy beach. Along with fishing, boating and swimming, guests to the park have oppor
tunities for hiking, birdwatching and geocaching along 15 miles of trails. Many programs
are hosted throughout the year, such as astronomy programs, concerts and nature walks.
Bike riders who explore this park can join the Muddy Spokes Club.
The park has 10 fully equipped cottages on the lake, five of which are log cabins. The
campground is situated on a peninsula, offering spectacular views of both sunset and
sunrise over the open water. A four-bed tent cabin with electricity and water faces the lake.
Overnight guests may rent canoes to explore the large lake.
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Sylvania. Georgia 30467
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