The first frost has already come. The tomato plants are brown. The cucumbers are wilted and laying everywhere, but you hate to clean it all up because you know all that freshly cleared dirt is going to be used as the neighborhood litter box.

I have a few suggestions that have worked for me to keep all those cats at bay.

The first involves fencing material rolled out over the garden box. It can be held in place by simply placing an old board or two to hold it down. It is much to uncomfortable for them to walk on and they tend to go elsewhere. In the spring, you can leave the fencing in place- depending on what you are growing. I find it works well for my annual herbs as well as my scallions and romaine lettuce.

Another method I have found works well is planting aromatic herbs and bulbs. I have one box which contains my chives and sage. they smell strong enough that even my own cat won't go anywhere near it. I also plant garlic and onions which I will harvest in

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Like many inspired ideas, the notion to live for a year according to the Bible's instructions for women came to writer Rachel Held Evans while she was taking a shower. "I was thinking about the book 'The Year of Living Biblically' [by male journalist A. J. Jacobs] and how different it would be if a woman had written it," the Tennessee native tells Shine. She embarked on twelve-month radical experiment to explore the Bible's rules for women-from not cutting her hair to calling her husband 'master'-and wrote about in on her popular blog. A book about her experiences, 'A Year of Biblical Womanhood' is being released at the end of October.

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Evans was raised an Evangelical Christian and says within that community there is a lot of pressure for women to live according to the Bible. However, the way she sees it, many of the rules that are espoused by church leaders or in articles are "bullet points" that force women to be

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Apartments get messy easily because they are comparatively smaller than homes. Most importantly, if you are a tenant, you should act responsibly by keeping it in a clutter-free and well-organized manner. If you own the apartment, it will be easier for you to sell it later if you manage it well.

Below are five steps that you can follow to keep your apartment clutter-free and organized.

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As much as I love Halloween, I have to admit that it also makes me anxious. Why, you ask? Well, I scare easily. Despite the fact that I'm an adult, some of the spookier Halloween decorations still freak me out! Lucky for me, jack-o-lanterns are my favorite decoration and they can be as scary-- or as sweet-- as you want them to be! Case in point: these 7 Disney-inspired pumpkin carvings! - By Amy Heinz

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Copper is one of my favorite metals of the moment. It has such a warm look while still being really glamorous. Just like it's slightly more sophisticated cousin rose gold, copper is taking the design world by storm with it's mix of chic and cool. From home decor to jewelry, it's positively everywhere! Want to add a touch of copper shine to your home? Here are 9 awesome copper craft projects you're going to want to try! - By Cyd Converse

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Saturn in Scorpio: Challenging Inner Changes Ahead
After two-and-a-half years of putting you through the relationship ringer, cosmic taskmaster Saturn has left Libra to take up residence in the dark waters of Scorpio. Between now and mid-2015, secrets, emotional courage, and resourcefulness are likely to emerge as crucial themes in your life.

This karmic phase brings up issues related to money, power, sexuality, and fear of change. It's about shedding old skin in order to make room for the new -- an absolute, head-to-toe, psyche-to-soul transformation, and there won't be anything light or easy about it.

Looking for an overview of your life as it unfolds? Discover how you evolve as an individual with your progressed chart by trying a free sample Planetary Influence Profile!

Keep in mind throughout this challenging period that Scorpio is the death archetype for a reason. Part of you must fall away in order to be fully reborn as your true, most powerfully authentic self.

Scorpio rules your life force of sacred sexuality, so Saturn will

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Aries (March 21 - April 19) Something doesn't feel quite right today and you may be prone to feeling easily upset. Make sure you can feel as comfortable as possible with a mid-afternoon nap under your cozy comforter, a soothing bath with lavender bubble bath and a grounding potato leek soup. Today's Aries Reading: Free Sample Extreme Makeover Tarot Reading

Taurus (April 20 - May 20) If you find yourself looking over the fence at your neighbor's already immaculate garden that seems to look months beyond yours, harness your feelings of jealousy into a well-organized workday. Don't let others' achievements translate into moodiness on your side of the fence. Today's Taurus Reading: Free Sample Daily Grind Reading

Gemini (May 21 - June 21) You have a deep understanding of the need to feed your trees, herb gardens, potted

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For most people, the electric bill is a huge part of their monthly budget, but there are actually easy, budget-friendly ways to cuts costs on your electric bill right now. From the light bulbs you use in your home to the household appliances you buy, Carly Zipp, editor of TheNest.com has some savvy tips to make that monthly electric bill a lot less straining on your bank account.

Carly’s first tip: Stock up your fridge. A stocked refrigerator means it takes longer for the fridge to heat up which means it will take less time for it to cool down. Food will stay colder longer, and require less electricity. Easy breezy.

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Next, Carly says use power strips and surge protectors for your appliances and electronics. Carly recommends a power strip and surge protector in one. "Plug in all your electronics, and when you leave your home, turn it off", says Carly. “A common misconception that we all have, is that when you have all your

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