Choosing chicken breeds, PB power, muesli recipe

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Daily Newsletter for Friday, December 28, 2018

tired dog

There he stands in the foul weather,
The foolish, fond Old Year.

–Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807–82)
Friday, December 28, 2018
 362nd day of the year


Denzel Washington (actor) was born on this day in 1954.
Debbie Reynolds (actress) died on this day in 2016.
 
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New Year's Traditions

 New Year's Traditions From Around the World
Many New Year’s traditions that we take for granted today actually have a long, long history. This year, ring out the old and ring in the new with a new New Year’s tradition—or two!
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Recycling Christmas Trees

 Recycle That Christmas Tree
On the Twelfth Day of Christmas, take down your Christmas tree … then what? Here are ideas from our readers on how to recycle that tree.
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The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar
Our perennial best-seller for over 40 years! Features original, full-color illustrations.
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Delicious Muesli Recipe

 Honey Orange Muesli

Muesli is a nutritious choice for any day of the week, but it is so easy to prepare that it is exceptionally good for a quick weekday breakfast.
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The 2019 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Watcher's Calendar
For those who like to keep an eye on the sky! Dramatic images of fantastic weather phenomena. 
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Peanut Butter Power

 Best Uses for Peanut Butter
Peanut butter sure is delicious, but did you know that it’s useful, too? From shaving cream and leather polish to mousetrap bait, here are some of the best uses for peanut butter.
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Notebook
A gardener’s most useful tool is knowledge from past seasons. Don’t rely on sticky notes or memory! You’ll love our beautiful Gardening Notebook with its waterproof cover—easy to bring to the garden. Keep records so you know when pests arrive and when to put preventative controls in place to avoid damage. Also, track what blossoms when, first and last frost dates, what was planted where, what worked, favorite varieties, what you want to move, and other notes. 
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Choosing the Best Chicken Breed

 Raising Chickens 101: Choosing the Right Chicken Breeds
Choosing the right chicken breed is an important part of raising chickens. Here are some things to consider when trying to find the right chicken breed for you.
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2019 MOON WALL CALENDAR
Want to enjoy the beautiful Moon year-round? Check out our 2019 Moon Wall Calendar that is loaded with amazing lunar lore, facts, and photos!   
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