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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, December 20, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 1 day until winter begins Question of the Day When making meringue pie, should refrigerated eggs or room temperature eggs be used? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What flowers can be found between the nose and chin? – Answer O World, thou choosest not the better part! It is not wisdom to be only wise, And on the inward vision close the eyes, But it is wisdom to believe the heart. –George Santayana (1863–1952) ADVERTISEMENT What Is Yule? | Christmas Traditions Are you familiar with the tradition of the Yule log? Or perhaps you like to “troll the ancient yuletide carols”? “Yule” is one of the oldest winter celebrations in the world—celebrated on the winter solstice. Learn more about this centuries-old festival and its traditions (…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT How To Entirely Empty Your Bowels Every Morning - Top Surgeon Explains How Dr. Steven Gundry Reveals How To Defeat The War In Your Stomach.  Learn More >>   LEARN MORE   The Star of Bethlehem Some things just don’t belong together, like the Three Stooges at an art opening. Yet this month, planetariums around the country try to blend religion and science by presenting their annual Star of Bethlehem show.     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT We're making your My Local Almanac Hello, Thank you for your purchase from The Old Farmer’s Store. We’re generating your custom copy of My Local Almanac, for the location you selected.   LEARN MORE   Holiday Spiced Pecans (Da Vinci's Nuts) Ho, ho, ho, holiday nuts! Bringing you a roasted Holiday Spiced Pecans recipe that our nutritionist Patty calls “Da Vinci’s Nuts.” There are no refined sugars in this unique spiced nuts recipe—and it’s very healthy as well as deliciously addictive!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Fun activities to keep kids entertained for hours! Headed out on a road trip? Need to hop on a work call? Just passing time on a rainy day at home?   LEARN MORE   Christmas Plum Pudding A Christmas plum pudding (also called figgy pudding) is divine—dark, moist, rich, and fruity. This steamed pudding recipe was adapted from Fannie Farmer’s “English Plum Pudding I” from the 1918 edition of her cookbook, the last one she wrote.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Our 2022 Daily Planner doubles as a diary, monthly calendar, and address book! “This calendar is incomparable. I have a huge stack of them from previous years, and they serve as diaries as well as calendars. Through the years I’ve tried others, and for me, nothing came close.” –Susan   LEARN MORE   Make a Simple Herbal Salve for Healing Got dry skin? Turn herbs into a healing salve. Herbal salves have come down through the ages as the premier household first-aid for chapped skin, scrapes, and more. While the word “salve” may sound fancy, it’s really just a two-ingredient ointment and takes 30 minutes to make, start to…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Your 2022 Gardening Calendar is now available! A dream of flower gardens foretells great joy. Make your dream a reality with the 2022 Gardening Calendar. Advice, folklore, and gardening secrets!   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Daily Almanac... 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