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The GrayVine Newsletter Tuesday 09.16.2025

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Tuesday Edition - September 16, 2025
Good morning Member
It’s Tuesday, GrayViners, and I’m sitting here with my little plant buddies, a snake plant on my desk and a philodendron hanging nearby. They make my room feel a bit more alive, but nothing compares to the garden back in my hometown. My mom has the rarest plants (honestly, I can’t even pronounce half of them!) and every visit reminds me how special it feels to watch something you’ve cared for truly thrive. Now I’d love to hear from you—finish this sentence: The proudest thing I ever grew in a garden was…
Now, let’s solve yesterday’s Word Unscramble: B R R M M E E E
The answer was remember, and, true to form, our Word Wizards crushed it!
Ready for today’s riddle? Here it is: I grow in bulbs, both round and white. I flavor food with a pungent bite. Chop my cloves to cook just right. What am I?
Drop your answer here, and who knows—tomorrow’s shout-out could be all yours! Until then, enjoy good reads, quick recipes, delightful treasures, and moments of joy that’ll brighten your whole day.
Sophia — Newsletter Writer
Breaking News
A record-setting Social Security raise could be around the corner. The catch? Another bill is rising just as fast.
Millions of Americans are set to get a one-time “inflation refund” check worth up to $400 in days. Will your household be on the list?
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This charity is making sure older adults get the meals they need—and as a thank-you, supporters receive $50 gift cards. Have you heard of this before?
Big changes are coming to SNAP this October, and what follows could strip away support millions depend on each month…
Your next pint could be brewed fresh from your own kitchen—for free—all thanks to Pinter.*
For the first time, IHOP is offering a value menu with complete breakfast combos for just $6! Could your go-to order be part of the lineup?
Scammers are sending fake Social Security emails that threaten to cut off your benefits. Here's what the SSA wants you to know.
More than 110,000 units of this appliance, sold at Walmart and Amazon, are being recalled over fire hazards. Could one be in your home?
Think love slows down after 50? Many say the best relationships often begin later in life. See why.
Grocery prices keep rising, but which chain really offers the cheapest staples like milk, eggs, and butter? The answer isn’t the one you’d expect.
Check your spice rack! The FDA just flagged 12 cinnamon brands for high lead levels—including some sold at discount chains.
Netflix just dropped 10 fall-ready movies—from cozy classics to Halloween thrillers. Which one will you watch first?
A budget-friendly retailer many call “better than Walmart” is opening six more stores this month. Find out if one’s near you.
Richard Burton was rumored to have spent his fortune, but what he actually left behind—and what mysteriously vanished—tells a very different story.
Need something quick yet nourishing this morning? This smoothie recipe blends fruit and greens into one refreshing sip.
A young crocodile thought he knew the secret to getting big—until a hilarious swamp-side joke showed otherwise. 🐊🤣
Let’s see how sharp you really are with TGV’s Word Pairs, Alphabetical US Places, Last Two Letters, Word Association, and LetterLinks games!
Today’s Trivia
Which blood cells are primarily responsible for fighting infection?

Image source: iStock
A. Red blood cells
B. Platelets
C. White blood cells
D. Plasma cells
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Recipe Of The Day
Pesto Breakfast Sandwich

Image source: EatingWell
Big flavor, first thing in the morning.
You can find the full recipe below!
What's The Image Saying?

Image source: The GrayVine
I’m sure you can figure out what this image is saying, so share your answer here once you get it! 😉
Did you solve last week’s game? See if you won a shout-out!
On This Day In History - September 16, 2025
1908 - William C. Durant founded General Motors in Flint, Michigan.
1919 - Congress incorporated the American Legion as a national veterans’ group.
Wondering what else happened On This Day? Take a walk down memory lane here!
Picture Of The Day

Image source: Reddit
Virginia’s Hidden Cathedral
Some places make you look up, others ask you to look below. At Luray Caverns in Virginia, cathedral-like chambers and centuries-old formations remind us that beauty can be quietly at work, even in the dark. Have you ever stepped into a place that felt like a world of its own? Share it with us in the forum!
Front Porch Forum

Image source: Pexels
Front Porch Forum: “Late Bloomer With Stage Dreams”
Pull up a seat, GrayViners! An anonymous sender needs your advice... Read on and let us know your thoughts.
Got a concern you'd like to share with everyone? Start a conversation here!
Word Of The Day
ASKANCE
(UH-SKANSS) With suspicion, mistrust, or disapproval; also, with a sideways glance.
When used in a sentence: “The committee looked askance at his proposal, doubting its practicality.”