Why the fourth Thursday?, slow food, cultivating gratitude

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, November 24, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 27 days until winter begins Question of the Day Do cars feel the effects of the windchill factor? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is the geometrical form of an escaped parrot? – Answer Ah! On Thanksgiving Day, when from East and from West, From North and from South, come the pilgrim and guest, What moistens the lip, and what brightens the eye? What calls back the past like the rich pumpkin pie? –J. G. Whittier (1807–92) ADVERTISEMENT Thanksgiving Day 2021 In the United States, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November—this year, on November 25. Why is it on the fourth Thursday of November? And what is the true story of Thanksgiving and the Pilgrims? How did Thanksgiving become a national holiday? Read the brief…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT North Country Wind Bells® “Haunting Sounds and Magic Memories®” echo the mystical sounds of bell buoys on the sea through these distinctive wind bells! There are 6 collections to choose from for the seafaring, the naturalist and simply sophisticated! Family crafted in Maine! Perfect Holiday Gifting!   LEARN MORE   Thanksgiving: Slow Food, Slow Down Everyone has heard of fast food, but Thanksgiving is a time to think about "slow food." No, I don't mean the bad service that you get at your favorite greasy spoon.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Digestive Trick To Clean Your Bowels What if you could restore your gut health with one simple fix? According to one doctor in California there may be a way. In fact, he believes it’s so powerful that it could be like a “power wash” for your insides.   LEARN MORE   A Kindness I Will Always Remember The 2021 Old Farmer's Almanac Essay Contest topic was "A Kindness I Will Always Remember." We received hundreds of entries for the 2021 contest—possibly the most ever! Thank you to all who entered and shared a heartfelt tribute on the topic. Here are the winning essays.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Christmas Cookie Plates & Serving Trays All shapes feature bright, festive designs! Made of durable and lightweight melamine. Dishwasher safe, too.   LEARN MORE   Thanksgiving Leftovers Recipes For us, leftovers are one of the best parts of Thanksgiving. Here are quick and easy leftovers recipes that recycle holiday food into new and delicious meals.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Snowy Tree Pewter Ornament Heirloom-quality ornament made in Vermont.   LEARN MORE   Cultivating Gratitude Every so often, most of us go through a few days, weeks, or months when a raft of problems—simultaneously or following one on another in close sequence—emerges to trouble our lives. My mother taught me some good advice on feeling thankful and cultivating gratitude.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Joy To The World Foaming Hand Soap A large beautiful bottle of premium hand soap for the holidays! The scent is crisp winter air with a hint of floral.   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Almanac Companion... Share with a Friend THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU View More Product from The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can sign up here. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of The Old Farmer's Almanac. Your support makes this all possible! Are you on social? Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom!  Visit Almanac.com Shop Our Store You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to manage preferences. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version