Sunburn relief remedies, Mercury retrograde by sign, self-watering pots

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Daily Newsletter for Wednesday, July 10, 2019

summer-wind
How many songs, O summer wind,
How many songs you know
Of fair, sweet things in your wanderings,
As over the earth you go.  
–Ina Donna Coolbrith  (1841–1928)
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
 See who was born and other amazing events that took place on this day.



 
Farmer's Market Tote Bag
 
Home Remedies for Sunburn Relief & Treatment
Sunburn Relief Remedies

 Home Remedies for Sunburn Relief & Treatment
Here are 20 remedies for sunburn relief and treatment. If you have a minor sunburn (where the skin is red or sore, but not blistered or broken), try one of these sunburn remedies to help soothe your pain. Get rid of sunburn fast!
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Predicting Snow for the Summer of 1816
Snow in Summertime?

 Predicting Snow for the Summer of 1816
Here’s a peculiar prediction: Legend says that a July forecast of “rain, hail, and snow” mistakenly appeared in The 1816 Old Farmer’s Almanac.
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Moon Calendar

Loaded with dramtic images, lunar lore, and more! Makes a great stocking stuffer!
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Moon Calendar
 
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Self-Watering Containers

 How to Make a Self-Watering Plant Pot
When the weather gets very hot, how do you keep up with the watering? Make it easier on yourself and your plants! See our article (with video) on how to make a self-watering container in six steps. 
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Strawberry Recipe Contest

Share your best recipe using strawberries and win cash prizes!
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Strawberry Recipe Contest
 
Mercury Retrograde and Zodiac Signs
Mercury Retrograde by Sign

 Mercury Retrograde and Zodiac Signs
When Mercury is in retrograde, its influence depends on which of the 12 zodiac signs the planet is in when it goes retrograde. Below is a brief look at what you can expect for each astrological sign.
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Moon Calendar

Loaded with dramtic images, lunar lore, and more! Makes a great stocking stuffer!
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$10.99
The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Moon Calendar
 
10 Salads That Are Hearty and Healthy
10 Hearty, Healthy Salads

 10 Salads That Are Hearty and Healthy
Announcing ten salad recipes that are filling and hearty enough to be eaten as a meal, but could also be a side dish. These salad recipes highlight fresh fruit and vegetables, great grains, and healthy proteins.
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar

Our perennial best-seller for over 40 years! 
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar