Wednesday

History of woodstoves, Mercury in retrograde, kalanchoe plant care

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81 days until spring begins

Question of the Day
With the holidays here and pounds gained, how many calories do you have to burn to lose a pound of fat?
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Puzzle of the Day
What is that which everyone likes to have but wants to get rid of as soon as possible after he gets it?
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Shut in from all the world without,
We sat the clean-winged hearth about,
Content to let the north-wind roar
In baffled rage at pane and door,
While the red logs before us beat
The frost-line back with tropic heat

–John Greenleaf Whittier (1807–92), American poet

 
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A Brief History of the Woodstove
A woodstove could once be found in nearly every American home, but today, more efficient means of heating have taken over. Here’s a brief history of a centuries-old device, the wood-burning stove!
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Get ready for next years gardening season now!

We have two great books to get your garden on the right path for 2023. Order yourself a copy of The Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook or The Flower Gardener’s Handbook! They’re filled to the brim with gardening wisdom, covering sowing, growing, and harvesting. 

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Mercury Retrograde Dates for 2023
Mercury enters retrograde motion starting on December 28, 2022, and lasting into the new year! According to the age-old practice of astrology, we are all influenced by the effect of Mercury in retrograde. What exactly does it mean for each of us, though? Read on to find …
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Stores easy, protects you from the sun, and on sale!

This lightweight straw hat offers 50 SPF protection from the sun with its 4-inch circular brim and colorful headband. The hat is water-resistant and folds/rolls up for easy travel storage without losing its shape. SAVE $5 while supplies last!

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Discover Kalanchoe Plants: A Flowering Succulent Houseplant
Color is lacking this time of year, so I am always glad to see holiday plants for sale at my local garden center. Poinsettias and others are very enticing, but the one plant I can’t resist is the kalanchoe. The clusters of starlike, cheerful flowers are long-lived and can add a happy note to…
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Take Your Pick!

We’ve got a calendar for any interest or fascination, from lunar photography to everyday gardening tips. The choice is yours! You can decorate your wall or desk with the newest Almanac calendars today. 

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The First Snowflake Photographer, Wilson Bentley
Is there any truth to the old saying, “No two snowflakes are alike”? Wilson A. Bentley, a farmer and amateur meteorologist, sought to answer that question, dedicating himself to observing flakes of snow for 50 years. See the first-ever photos of snowflakes!
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Creamy New York–Style Cheesecake
Who doesn’t love a creamy New York–Style Cheesecake? The texture of this sour cream cheesecake is like velvet on the tongue. Tip: When blending cheesecake ingredients, make sure not to overdo it.
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Tuesday

Winter landscaping, freezing cookies, when is ice thick enough for skating?

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82 days until spring begins

Question of the Day
We’ve just moved into a new home, and the yard is overrun with bamboo. Is there anything we can do (besides just yanking the plants out) to get rid of it?
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Puzzle of the Day
Why is a star like an old barn?
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"Skating teaches you to do the things you should do before you do the things you want to do."
–Barbara Ann Scott (1928–2012), Canadian figure skater

 
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Winter Landscaping: Tune In To The Four Winds
It's winter, the dormant season. Plant and tree growth has slowed to a crawl or stopped completely. This is the perfect time to try out a winter landscaping exercise we'll call the "Four Directions" or "Four Winds." 
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Staying organized will be a breeze!

The 2023 Old Farmer’s Almanac Planner will keep you on track! Each week gets a two-page spread with plenty of space for detailing daily appointments, events, thoughts, observations, birthdays, anniversaries, weekly reminders, and inspirations. Order your 2023 planner today!

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Ice Thickness Safety Chart
How thick does ice have to be to drive a truck on it? To skate on? To go ice fishing? Before you go out, check our ice thickness chart to determine if it’s safe!
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New Year! New Calendar!

We’ve got a calendar for any interest or fascination, from lunar photography to everyday gardening tips. The choice is yours! You can decorate your wall or desk with the newest Almanac calendars today. 

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Are Eggshells, Coffee Grounds, and Banana Peels Good for the Garden?
Coffee grounds, broken eggshells, banana peels, wood ash, and tea bags can really pile up! Are they truly good for garden soil and plants? Which plants benefit from them the most? Find out how to use food scraps and firewood ash as soil superfood!
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Shipping Now: The 2023 Almanacs!

It’s time to ship the 2023 edition of The Old Farmer’s Almanac! Can you believe it? We’re excited to bring you the newest edition of this handy yellow book. Order your 2023 Almanac today!

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Cookies: Freezing and Storing
Cookies freeze well and thaw quickly, and make for delicious snacks when company walks in the front door! Here are some tips for freezing and storing your baked goods.
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Are you thinking about what to plant already?

We have two great books to get your garden on the right path for 2023. Order yourself a copy of The Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook or The Flower Gardener’s Handbook! They’re filled to the brim with gardening wisdom, covering sowing, growing, and harvesting. 

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Sourdough Starters and Recipes
How about trying your hand at making a sourdough starter from scratch?! Here’s a little history about this age-old pastime, along with a no-added-yeast sourdough recipe (wild yeast only!) and commercial yeast recipes. Plus, find easy recipes for using your starter—to…
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