Odds ‘n Sods:

I was doing some research on behalf of reader Dan K. about temperature stability for medications that are buried in waterproof containers, and I came across this useful map, which is probably already familiar to many gardeners.

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Ready Made Resources is running a semi-annual 25% off sale on Mountain House freeze dried foods in #10 cans. They are offering free shipping on full case lots. These foods are delicious, compact, and have a 30 year shelf life. There is now just 10 days left for the sale, so order soon!

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Courtesy of reader Jim B.: Cellphones Become Our Comfort Objects During Disaster

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Sleepless in Seattle, but Clueless in Tacoma: ATF seizes 30 toy guns, infuriating local business owner. JWR Adds: I’d love to meet the expert that could “readily convert” those to shoot live ammo. Perhaps the same wizard could transmute some lead into gold for me, while he’s at it! (A tip of the hat to Chad S., for the link.)