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 His labor is a chant,
His idleness a tune;
Oh, for a bee's experience
Of clovers and of noon!
–Emily Dickinson (1830–86) | | | Question of the Day
What is the widest tree known to man? – Answer | | Puzzle of the Day
Hard case (Change these words into a single word.) – Answer | |  Juneteenth 2024: What Is Juneteenth?
Do you know what Juneteenth is all about? Celebrated annually on the 19th of June, this federal holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Find a brief history, plus five delicious recipe ideas to celebrate this important milestone on the path to freedom for all. | | | | | ADVERTISEMENT Grow Big or Go Home!
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Learn everything you need to know about feeding chickens for every stage of your birds’ life cycle—from baby chicks to adult chickens. We’ll also discuss the pros and cons of different types of chicken feed. | | | | | | | | ☞ 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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