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The big news story this week is Hurricane Irene, which is wreaking havoc all along the east coast of the Unted States. Terrific winds, rain and waves (I've learned a new term today - astronomical high tide) are moving slowly northward, pounding the area and I hope my cousins in Natick, Massachusetts stay safe. Here at home it seems petty to complain about the drought we're experiencing; lack of rainfall is easier to countenance than an overabundance. This poor little watermelon vine has struggled for two months, even with regular watering from a garden hose. Relentless heat and sun have continued to burn and wither the blossoms, and the plant is stunted with puny leaves. However this morning I was delighted to find a tiny fruit beginning to swell on the vine. With hope and a little careful nurturing, we may be able to enjoy a slice of homegrown watermelon on Labor Day!
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