Enjoy the Fruits of Summer with Spirit Elements!
August already?! After a spectacular week at the most beautiful place on earth (a paradise known as Priest Lake, Idaho),
I am dedicating the month of August to keeping the
spirit of my vacation alive! Fresh and easy summer meals (check out our Gazpacho recipe!) followed by s'mores prepared at the firepit and evening kayak rides will keep the good feelings
fresh.
I plan to relish every last day before the beauty of Autumn creeps in.
Tranquility Falls Wall Fountain
Save $150 until August 31st!
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As you strive to keep your summer alive, I invite you to view our
August Spirit Specials - good through August 31, 2008 - truly exceptional savings!
Haven't you always wanted to add a gorgeous wall fountain to your entry or
living space? Now is the time with our special pricing and thanks to the NSI
slate used in many of our fountains, you will be delighted with the quick and
easy installation!
Check these out!
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Please remember that our friendly and knowledgeable Design Consultants are available Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. PST at 800.511.1440 or visit us on the web at
www.SpiritElements.com
anytime day or night.
Wishing you an ambiance of peace & beauty,
Yvonne Smith
Vice President, Marketing
ysmith@spiritelements.com
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DID YOU KNOW?
Plant a Fall Garden Now. Spring isn't the only time to plant vegetables. In fact, seeds planted now can yield great results so that you and your family can continue to enjoy fresh, healthy salads and vegetables well into the Autumn.
Ready to Plant Now:
Leaf Lettuce
Romaine Lettuce
Cabbage
Carrots
Spinach*
Radishes*
* Plant in early August in zones 2 and 3, but wait until the end of the month in warmer areas to sow these quick crops.
Tip: If the weather is very hot, chill the seed in the refrigerator for a day or two before planting.
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On The Web. This educational website
created by the University of Illinois, teaches your children about germination, soil structure, flowers and much more with
fun games and puzzles geared just for kids. Take a look and be sure to share it
with your friends and family!
Great Plant Escape
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Spirit Living Fund. Spirit Elements donates 1% of each month's sales to a non-profit organization.
Do you know of an organization that could benefit from The Spirit of Giving program? If so, please contact us.
Together we can improve lives and our world!
Send your requests to editor@SpiritElements.com.
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Cedar Storage Sheds, Garden Sheds, and Tool Sheds - Autumn is
around the corner, and a new Cedar Shed
is one of the best ways to clean up clutter and organize all of your lawn and
garden tools and supplies. Premium
Cedar Sheds from Spirit Elements are made from
100% Western Red Cedar - a non-toxic, natural bug repellant
material
that is unmatched by any other wood. Panelized for fast and simple installation, most of our cedar sheds can be assembled in one or two days!
August Spirit Special : 10% Off ALL Cedar Sheds and Cedar Playhouses through August 31, 2008!
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Granby Garden Shed:
Let the light shine in! With eight total windows, the Granby
offers plenty of light in a spacious cedar structure that is 8' wide x 12' deep
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Includes three roomy shelves, a Dutch door, two vertical sliding windows, a sub-floor and floor.
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Spirit Special: Just $3,802 through August 31 2008!
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GREAT SUMMER READS
Editor's Choice
The Great Gatsby, by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Classic American literature at its best. Fascinating characters, great writing - a delicious summer read!
Children's Selection
Goodnight Opus, by Berkeley Breathed
This perfect bedtime story starts with a tribute to Goodnight Moon but quickly takes you on a journey across the Milky Way
that delivers a wonderful message to young and old alike!
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GAZPACHO A LA
MRS. LANDESMAN
Ingredients3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 onion, coarsely chopped
1 cucumber, sliced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
5 tomatoes, peeled & quartered
1/4 c olive oil
1/4 c distilled white vinegar
1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp paprika
12 oz tomato juice (for extra kick try Spicy V-8!)
Step 1. In a food processor or blender, combine the garlic, onion, cucumber, bell pepper,
tomatoes, olive oil, vinegar, parsley, salt and pepper. Cover and blend to your desired texture. Stir in the tomato juice and paprika and transfer to a bowl or container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to blend the flavors. Serve with a crusty bread and enjoy!
Recipe submitted by: Simone; Courtesy of www.allrecipes.com.
FOOD FOR THE SOUL
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony."
- Mahatma Gandhi
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