Full Moon this weekend, birthstones, bone broth

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Daily Newsletter for Friday, December 1, 2017



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november trees

The hills look gaunt in russet garb:
Against the sky the leafless woods
Are dark, and in their solitudes
The chill wind pierces like a barb.

–Clinton Scollard (1860–1932)

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Full Moon for December 2020
Full Moon for December 2020

December’s full Moon rises on Tuesday, December 29, 2020. The Old Farmer’s Almanac will reveal everything you need to know about the Cold Moon and what makes it special.
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Christmas Clearance Sale

Save 30% to 50% while supplies last. New items being added daily.
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Christmas Day 2020
Christmas Day 2020

Christmas occurs on a Friday this year! Discover why we celebrate Christmas Day on December 25, the symbols of Christmas, and a brief history of Christmas. Plus, let’s bring Christmas alive with recipes, crafts, poetry, and customs from around the world!
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Etched Porcelain Night Lights

Porcelain artwork that comes alive with detail and shadow when lit from behind!
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December Birthstone: Color and Meaning
December Birthstone: Color and Meaning

The December birthstone, turquoise, is regarded as a love charm. It is also a symbol of good fortune and success and is believed to relax the mind and to protect its wearer from harm. Turquoise rings, in particular, are thought to keep away evil spirits.
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Dishwasher-Safe Bamboo Cutting Board with Rooster

This handy cutting board sports a hole in the corner—just like The Old Farmer’s Almanac itself. 
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December Birth Flowers
December Birth Flowers

December’s flowers may be very different from each other—one being a bulb and the other an evergreen—but they both symbolize hope.
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Sweater Weather Candle

If cozy comfort had a smell—this would be it!
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How to Make Bone Broth for Soups and Stews
How to Make Bone Broth for Soups and Stews

Incorporating bones into your cooking improves the flavor of soups and stews while also offering health benefits, so we’ll show you how to do it as well as provide some great recipes.
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Barn Christmas Ornament

This tiny country barn is totally adorable and made with wood! Features amazing detail.
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