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It's all a bit of shock. The darkness closes in sooner like a drawn curtain.  The days become cooler.  There's a barrage of sights and sounds that tell us that summer is gone and fall is here. For summer lovers it can be a sad time. But soon our senses are overwhelmed by the beauty of fall.  Here are a few of the top reasons we love fall. Fall Flowers Trumpet Fall Colors.. While summer flowers emphasize more of the bright primary colors fall flowers and trees fill in the rest of the color palate. While traditional garden mums are my all time favorite fall flower check out this colorful collection to inspire your love for the fall season colors. We Fall For The Weather... Depending on where you live of course winter can be too cold, spring too wet and summer too hot. With sunny bright days, comfortable temperatures and low humidity fall weather is typically perfect! I love to run and bike and I'm often amazed how the warm sun and cooler air makes for...

Retractable awnings are great for protection from harmful UV rays and bad weather. When retracted for the full outdoor experience you can enjoy the best of both worlds. However, there are drawbacks you should know about. Depending on the location of your deck or patio harmful rays are most damaging at least 1/3 to 1/2 of the day. If your deck faces westward it (and you) get the harshest rays. Even to the point that your patio area is basically unusable because of the discomfort of the heat that is generated. The other consideration homeowners excited about their new outdoor area often forget is the effect of the sun's harmful rays on their patio furniture and any floor coverings. Without cover patio furniture suffers more rapid deterioration from the continuous cycle of rain and drying effects.  That's why the number one advantage of retractable awnings is sun protection.  It protects you and your family so that  you can enjoy your outdoor space more oft...

The founding fathers  checks and balance philosophy of our new nation took on its full force during the first term of Senator William Maclay.  He took on none other than President George Washington in what he saw was the ever expanding power of the Executive Branch. Before he became one of the first class of new senators in the initial two year term in our new nation, Senator Maclay was a soldier, lawyer,  surveyor, state legislator and judge. Senator Maclay was a fervent supporter of the constitution in 1787.  But it is he along with Senator James Madison that were among the first to speak loudly against the actions of the new national government. He was convicted that President Washington was unconstitutionally taking the powers of the executive branch too far beyond the powers of the states. Besides the records of Senatorial debates Maclay also was devoted to his own private congressional journal.  This is invaluable for historians to gain insight on...

The influence of Catholic religious life in the Harrisburg area has a long history.  Catholicism first came to Central Pennsylvania before the American Revolutionary War. It was German Jesuits who first constructed the first places of worship starting in 1730.  By the early 1800's there was a small Catholic mission in Harrisburg.  Along with the rest of the country Irish immigrants contributed to the growth of Harrisburg.   The Rev. Patrick Leary bought property on State Street in 1824, and the cornerstone for the first St. Patrick's church was laid two years later. The church was built for $6,500. The Diocese of Harrisburg was established by Pope Pius IX in 1868.  St. Patrick's was named the pro-cathedral of the new diocese.   St. Patrick's first cathedral continued in this leadership role for nearly 35 years.  Beginning in 1902 Bishop John W. Shanahan proposed that a more permanent cathedral be built in th...

One of the most popular outdoor features is a water garden. One of the worst headaches is pond algae problems.  One of the most important ways to solve any problem is to define it properly. Start with thinking how your pond naturally exists.  You don’t have an algae problem. Rather your pond has a balance problem. Here’s what keeps your pond’s ecosystem in balance: Minimal organic load. In short, keep out plant related debris typically that algae flourished from. ·          Put in the right plants that use the right nutrients.  In essence, starve your algae from growing. ·          Right size your fish population with your pond size.  Too many fish produce too much organic waste. ·          Minimize the amount of direct sunlight on the surface of your pond.  Here you need to balance the amount of sunlight your plants need. ...

Few commuters realize it but the Market Street Bridge today is literally a drive through history.  The Market Street Bridge is a stone arch bridge that spans the Susquehanna River between Harrisburg, and Wormleysburg.  The current structure is the third bridge built at its current location and is the second oldest remaining bridge in Harrisburg.  The bridge also carries BicyclePA Route J across the river. Some important background why the bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. First this is actually the third bridge at this location.  The Camelback Bridge was the first bridge built to cross the Susquehanna River.  Construction was designed by Theodore Burr and building started in 1814 by Jacob Nailor.  After 6 years of construction it was opened as a toll bridge in 1820.  It was known back then as the Camelback Bridge. One of the unique features of this original wooden bridge was the fact it was a covered br...

Just like icing on a cake, choosing the right water plants to your water garden adds natural beauty.  Water plants also help with the ecological balance of your pond for healthy fish. Based on your water garden setting and effect you would like choose plants based on their mature height, spread  and sunlight. While most home pond keepers tend to focus on aesthetics be aware of the important role natural plants play in the healthy ecosystem right in your own backyard. Choosing the right plants mean less toxic and expensive chemicals.  Also less reliance on expensive mechanical filters. Here are the primary natural benefits of selecting the right mix of aquatic plants: ·          Oxygenation and filtration plants ·          Cool season plants ·          Warm season plants ·          Floating, subme...