Reading woolly worms, Moon's dark side, poison ivy

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colorful autumn leaves

Here was October, here
Was ruddy October, the old harvester,
Wrapped like a beggared sachem in a coat
Of tattered tanager and partridge feathers.
–Stephen Vincent Benet (1898–1943)

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The Far Side of the Moon
The Far Side of the Moon
We never see the far side of the Moon or what some people mistakenly call the “dark side.” So what can we see on the lunar far side? Does it looks identical to the near side to Earth?
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Pouncing Cat Windchime

Made of cast iron!
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Apple Cider Bread or Muffins
Apple Cider Bread or Muffins

Moist and tart, Apple Cider Bread can be made as muffins, too.
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Tree of Life Light-Reflective Wall Art

Features intricately detailed roots, leaves, branches, and flowers over a backdrop of swirling wind. The finish is very deep and radiant.  
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Mystery of the Missing Fingers
Mystery of the Missing Fingers
Over the centuries, people have sent unsolicited, strange-but-true stories to the Almanac. Here’s an oft-repeated one. 
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Clean Air Odor-Neutralizing Candle

Eliminates offending odors—doesn’t just mask them! The ingredients are a proprietary blend of essential and botanical oils in a GMO-free soy wax base with an unbleached hemp wick. 
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Poison Ivy in the Garden
Poison Ivy in the Garden
Got poison ivy in your own garden? As a gardener myself, I feel your pain! Here are my tips on how to get rid of poison ivy in the garden and yard.
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Almanac Harvest Pickler Kit

Take the worry out of the pickling process by making “quickles” instead. Turn your harvest into a gourmet side dish or scrumptious any-time-of-day snack that is ready within hours instead of months. The Harvest Pickler Kit gives you step-by-step instructions and all of the spices necessary to turn your bounty into a crowd-pleaser that will have your family and friends begging for more!
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