Here is a list of cost effective household items that can be used in gardens as: bug repellents, removal of mildew, promote growth, and more!

1. Baking soda, (and potassium bicarbonate) prevents fungus spores from invading plants.
2. Canola oil, use to smother insects
3. Cinnamon powder, anti fungal and repels ants
4. Epsom salts, provide a quick shot of magnesium and promotes growth of flowers and foliage
5. Flour white, not self rising for sprinkling on plants plagued by grass hoppers
6. Honey, to lure ants
7. Rubbing alcohol, 70% solution, desiccates and destroys insects
8. Liquid soap, (not detergent kills pest when sprayed on plants) always do a test spray first
9. White Glue, seals small pruning cuts very good on roses. Works for people with small cuts to seal out

10. Aspirin, (uncoated) dissolved in water fights mildew, black spots and more.

Puppies always make a wonderful gift. They are more than just adorable poop machines! Puppies can help  children to learn responsibility at a young age. Not long after receiving a lovable pal they  would soon discover they now have a task of a lifetime. Dogs do talk. Unfortunately, dogs do not speak English some seem to understand our tones so well that we start to believe that they understand exactly what we are saying to them.

Fortunately, the Grand Bahama Humane Society is hosting a summer camp for this and other purposes. Their camp “Potcake Pals” is July 4th-8th at a small fee of $85 per child. This rate includes field trips/tours, food, and more!

Here is our little list of some big things our dogs can teach us:

Live simply.

Love generously.

Care deeply.

Speak kindly.

Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:

• When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
• Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
• Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
• Take naps.
• Stretch before rising.
• Run, romp, and play daily.
• Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
• Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
• On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
• On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
• When you’re happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
• Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
• Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
• Be loyal.
• Never pretend to be something you’re not.
• If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
• When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
• Being always grateful for each new day and for the blessing you have.

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Puppies always make a wonderful gift. They are more than just adorable poop machines! Puppies can help  children to learn responsibility at a young age. Not long after receiving a lovable pal they  would soon discover they now have a task of a lifetime. Dogs do talk. Unfortunately, dogs do not speak English some seem to understand our tones so well that we start to believe that they understand exactly what we are saying to them.

Fortunately, the Grand Bahama Humane Society is hosting a summer camp for this and other purposes. Their camp “Potcake Pals” is July 4th-8th at a small fee of $85 per child. This rate includes field trips/tours, food, and more!

Here’s your chance to share those adorable photos with other pal lovers. Email your pictures to bahamianillustrated@gmail.com. The best pet pics will be posted on our website.

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