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Winter-sowing flowers, homemade snow cones, mad stone magic!

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What does the military abbreviation “SOP” stand for?
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Oh, come and look at his blue, sweet eyes, 
As, through the window, they glance around 
And see the glittering white surprise 
The Night has laid on the ground!

–Sarah Morgan Bryan Piatt (1836–1919), "A Child's First Sight of Snow"

 
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How to Winter-Sow Flowers and Which Seeds Work Best
Some flowers prefer winter sowing. (Yes, in snowy winter!) Learn which flower varieties need an extended period of cold to germinate and how to winter-sow outside in recycled milk jugs in January or February to jump-start a beautiful flower garden (and do it for pennies).
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Save Money, Save Time, Save Energy

1020 Super Pro portable sawmill turns your timber into lumber—save money. Cut from both ends of log with 180° swing blade—save energy. Create raised garden beds, work sheds, whatever you can imagine—save time.

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Try a Mad Stone
Have you ever heard of a mad stone? This home remedy was used for centuries to heal, although it’s not a common practice today.
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Slim & Healthy After 60: All It Takes is 1 Small Change

Former Idol star was suffering from digestive discomfort, fatigue, and more serious health issues. That has all changed…He lost weight, feels great, and it was all without some crazy diet or strenuous exercise program. Watch how he did it here >>

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Make a Real Snow Cone!
Let’s make some snow cones! This brings back memories of visiting maple sugar shacks as a child. It’s so fun for the young and young at heart! All you need is fresh snow, a flavoring, and a sweetener to make your own snow cone.
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New Year! New Calendar!

We’ve got a calendar for any interest or fascination, from lunar photography to everyday gardening tips. The choice is yours! You can decorate your wall or desk with the newest Almanac calendars today. 

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The Five High-Value Garden Crops to Grow!
What are the five highest-value crops—the vegetables which offer the best value for money compared to what you would pay in the grocery store? We’ll talk about how to grow these five essential survival crops to help keep both us and our wallets healthy. Take a look at…
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Our Garden Planner now has live chat support!

We’re excited to announce new features for The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Planner! You can now select a sample garden plan to get you started. Plus, we’re offering LIVE chat support with gardening experts. Try it for free today!

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Bacon Sausage Chili
This easy Bacon Sausage Chili is surprisingly sweet and spicy all at once. We warn you—one bite and you won’t be able to stop! If you can’t find bacon sausage, use any other sausage that you like.
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