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* Many thanks to Sue Tarkenton - beautiful photograph on the Blue Ridge Parkway

* foment: verb - to rouse or incite

* ad hoc: adjective -ad-lib, extemporaneous, spontaneous, made or done without planning because of an immediate need

* Goldenrod blooming typically begins in mid-to-late August and often lasts into early October. The Native American's referred to the goldenrod as Sun Medicine because of its bright color and medicinal qualities. Goldenrod Tea is a soothing, herbal, late-summer to fall hot tea drink. The cut leaves and flowers have a sweet anise-like scent that gives the tea its flavor. Enjoy it alone or with honey or your favorite sweetener.

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