Deborah paints ostrich eggs
By Vici Papajohn Gulf Breeze News
      Deborah Ellis has stumbled upon a wonderful hobby which doubles as a fundraiser for a very worthy local business. Deborah paints ostrich eggs! Though some locals may overlook the Northwest Florida Zoo, formerly know as the Gulf Breeze Zoo, many out-oftowners and locals consider the local attr...
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Holiday cactus creates a colorful display
BY THERESA FRIDAY Extension Agent Santa Rosa County
      While the poinsettia remains the most popular of the holiday plants, a healthy holiday cactus in full bloom is a great gift for that special person. This plant can live for many years and flower profusely in a variety of shades of pink, violet, orange, red and white.
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Notate 2007 dates in your calendar now
BY JOANN DERSON King Features Syndicate
      . Decoration management made easy: Wrap string lights around paper towel cores; wine boxes (find them at your local liquor store) can be used to separate wrapped ornaments; and garment bags are a nice cover for wreaths and garlands. . Now is a great time to go through your 2006 calendar and notate...
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