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The Autumnal Equinox

The Autumnal Equinox arrived yesterday at 5:18 p.m. Also known as the September Equinox, it is a myth that the day and night are equal on the equinox. Another myth is that on the fall equinox, you can stand an egg on its end. A related folk tale is that it can only be balanced [...]

Looking Out the Window

Looking Out the Window in the Local Area:We finally have some spring bulbs making their early appearances: On March 3, Snowdrops started blooming in the GW’s garden in the City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County    On March 8, Siberian Iris began blooming in South Strabane, Washington County.  Thanks to Brian Dunst for contributing the photo. [...]