Is the Hunter's Moon bigger, brighter, redder?

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bird in autumn

Delicious autumn!
My very soul is wedded to it,
and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth
seeking the successive autumns.

–George Eliot (1819–80)

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Hunter's Moon 2018: Will It Be Bigger, Brighter, And Redder?
Hunter's Moon 2018: Will It Be Bigger, Brighter, And Redder?
The Full Hunter’s Moon rises on Wednesday, October 24! This is one of the two full Moons that enjoy an official astronomical name. So, will it be bigger, brighter, and redder? Here’s all you need to know!
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Can a Full Moon Affect Your Mood?
Can a Full Moon Affect Your Mood?
Does the Moon influence our behavior or emotions? There’s never been solid proof but it turns out there’s some new evidence the Moon can affect sleep on the days leading up the full Moon–and it doesn’t matter if you’re in the country or city! Let’s explore the myths and reality of the Moon’s power.
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The Conversion Cutting Board

Classic maple cutting board that features common cooking conversions engraved on the face. 
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Hyacinth and Muscari
Hyacinth and Muscari
Hyacinths bloom in midspring, filling the garden with a burst of pastel colors when most of the garden is just waking up. Their fragrance is so intoxicating that they’ve been called “nature’s perfume.” Like most perennial bulbs, they’re easy to grow and come back year after year! Hyacinths are also...
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Carved Wooden Sign

Measures over 2 feet wide and features a distressed finish!
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Crispy Chicken Tenders
Crispy Chicken Tenders

This fast and easy Crispy Chicken Tenders recipe is perfect for your on-the-go lifestyle. Try it with our sweet and spicy dipping sauce for even more flavor.
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Support Your Local Farmers Tote Bag
This sturdy cotton canvas bag features The Old Farmer’s Almanac 1792 logo on one side and the message “Support Your Local Farmers” on the other. Made in the USA. 
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How to Stay Motivated in Gardening and Life
How to Stay Motivated in Gardening and Life
For whatever reasons, you’ve decided to adopt a so-called “natural” way of life. You went for it, whole-hog. It’s not always easy—and certainly not glamorous—but it’s exciting and new. But after a while, the shine wears off.  Sound familiar?
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Wooden Wing Bookmarks

Made in Vermont from a very thin maple veneer that won’t damage book bindings. Choose from bald eagles, barred owls, great blue herons, ospreys, peregrine falcons, snowy owls, cardinals, eastern bluebirds, and hummingbirds.
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