This Week's Haul, Sept. 11: Looking out on Desolation Row

And: Try the Marden's Challenge!

Sep 11, 2025

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Grew these pretty ladies not too long ago. Fall flowers! Love them. Photo by me.

Good morning from eastern Maine, where last weekend I participated in the Marden’s Challenge at a friend’s birthday party. The challenge: go to Marden’s. Find the most ridiculous collection of items you can, or the best, most outrageous deal. Spend no more than $25. Present …

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