Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors
To labor with zest, and to give of your best,
For the sweetness and joy of the giving;
To help folks along with a hand and a song;
Why, there's the real sunshine of living.
–Robert W. Service (1874–1958) Today is National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day. Time to break out your ugliest, jolliest threads! | | | Question of the Day
How long have people been sending out Christmas cards? – Answer | | Puzzle of the Day
Why are dudes no longer imported into this country from England? – Answer | | | ADVERTISEMENT Almanac Essentials Gift Bundle
The Almanac Essentials Gift Bundle is not just a present; it’s a year-round companion for anyone with a green thumb or a love for nature. Order today! | |  The Legend of the Poinsettia as a Christmas Plant
How did a tropical plant become an unlikely symbol of the Christmas holiday? The history of the poinsettia, as it relates to Christmas, begins with an old Mexican legend and, later, a prominent American business venture. Discover the legend of the poinsettia! | | | | | ADVERTISEMENT The perfect soap for every gardener!
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You don’t have to be deep in the forest to be an animal tracker. Animal footprints are often as close as your backyard or garden. Take a look at these animal track pictures and charts—showing footprints in both snow and mud. | | | |  The Best Christmas Dinner Recipes
Our Ultimate Christmas Dinner Recipes collection has you covered on all the classic mains—Christmas glazed ham, prime rib roast with Yorkshire pudding, and roasted turkey! Plus, this year, we’ve included some smaller mains for smaller gatherings. | | | | | ADVERTISEMENT A calendar for every interest or curiosity!
Make a dent in your gift list with these calendars! Choose from our selection of 2024 calendars that focus on special Almanac interests including Gardening, Weather, the Moon, and more! | |  5 Homemade Pesticides: Soap Sprays for Plants
There is no magic bullet for keeping your garden and indoor plants free from insect pests. Some tricks I have learned over the years are ways to cope with bugs without resorting to nasty chemicals. Here are my tips, including homemade insecticidal sprays (soap sprays). | | | |  Tourtière (A Christmas Meat Pie)
Tourtière is a popular meat-filled pie enjoyed at Christmas. A French-Canadian staple, this double-crusted savory pie has many family-style variations; our recipe is made with ground pork, warm spices, mashed potatoes, and a rich pastry crust that melts in your mouth. | | | | | | | | ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend ☜ | | | | | You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac.
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