Animal names, love in a mist, desserts for sweethearts

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, February 13, 2025 The greatest love is a mother's; Then comes a dog's, then comes a sweetheart's. . .  - Polish proverb Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today! 34 days until spring begins View our Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To: Harvest Belowground Crops Have Dental Care Pick Fruit Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity. Question of the Day Who was the youngest U.S. president? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is that which is full of holes and yet holds water? – Answer ADVERTISEMENT Premium Seeds for Every Gardener Grow your best garden yet with The Old Farmer’s Almanac premium seeds—perfect for gardeners of all levels!   LEARN MORE   Names for Groups of Animals Sure, you probably know a group of birds is called a flock, but what group of animals is named an embarrassment? Let’s find out more about the fun, descriptive, and often strange names of animal groups.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Kids love it! The newest Almanac for Kids will bring a smile to your child’s face—after all, kids love it, adults can’t put it down, and teachers give it high marks!   LEARN MORE   How to Keep Cut Flowers Fresh and Alive Longer What is the best way to extend the life and freshness of your bouquet of cut flowers?    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Bee-autiful Skin, Naturally Experience the power of natural honey! Beeline Skin Care offers soothing, hydrating products made with honey and beeswax to refresh, nourish, and protect your skin. Pure, natural, and luxurious.   LEARN MORE   13 Cheesy Pickup Lines and Romance Let’s amuse ourselves with the silly side of romance. Here are 15 pickup lines guaranteed to lose with the ladies, popular terms of endearment, kissing trivia, and the scoop on all things romantic.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Try our Garden Planner for FREE! The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Planner is an easy-to-use online program that helps you plan your garden! Whether you want to create a backyard garden for vegetables, a kitchen garden for herbs, or a beautiful flower garden, Garden Planner will help you create the best layout for your space—plus provide all your sowing and planting dates!   LEARN MORE   How to Grow Nigella (Love-in-a-Mist): The Complete Nigella Flower Guide This beautiful, old-fashioned flower goes by many names! But whether you call it Nigella, love-in-a-mist, fennel-flower, bishop’s-wort, or old man’s beard, this annual makes a stunning addition to your gardens and containers. Learn how to plant, grow, and care for Nigella.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Knot Just Any Jewelry Dive into our collection of nautical-themed pieces and let your style set sail!   LEARN MORE   Be Mine! Valentine's Day Dessert Recipes to Steal Their Hearts Whether you celebrate Valentine’s Day or not, everyone can get behind luscious recipes! See our favorite desserts, from an easy strawberry hand pie to a chocolate lava cake. Plus, we’ve tacked on some mouthwatering breakfast and dinner ideas, too!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Share Your Thoughts & Help Shape the Almanac! ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend ☜ Shop The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you the Almanac Daily? You can sign up here. Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! Receiving too much email? Switch to weekly! You received this email because you signed up for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular email newsletter in the future, please manage your preferences. Please do not reply to this e-mail. Contact Us © 2025 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 View web version