Friday the 13th Harvest Moon, lucky or unlucky?, healing calendula

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Daily Newsletter for Friday, September 13, 2019



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Full Moon and Harvest

Shine on, shine on harvest moon
Up in the sky,
I ain’t had no lovin’
Since January, February, June or July
Snow time ain’t no time to stay
Outdoors and spoon,
So shine on, shine on harvest moon,
For me and my gal.
–Nora Bayes and Jack Norworth (1903)

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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac
 
What Day Is the Harvest Moon in 2020?
What Day Is the Harvest Moon in 2020?

When is the full Harvest Moon: This year, the famous Harvest Moon—which appears to shine on for several days in a row—falls on October 1, 2020. Bob Berman explains why—plus some fascinating, little-known facts about our big ol’ Moon!
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Engagement Calendar

A highly useful daily planner full of humor and useful advice. It’s an indispensable tool for managing your life and keeping yourself organized. Includes plenty of room for jotting down appointments and notes.

 
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Why Is Friday the 13th Unlucky? | Origin of Friday the 13th
Why Is Friday the 13th Unlucky? | Origin of Friday the 13th

Ready for Friday the 13th? Well, November 13, 2020 is considered the lucky (or unlucky?) day. Why exactly is this day often associated with good or bad luck? What is the meaning of Friday the 13th and how did this superstition even begin? Find out—and enjoy fun freaky facts!
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Moon Calendar

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Calendula: Beautiful Flowers That Heal
Calendula: Beautiful Flowers That Heal

If you have a garden, I hope you grow the beautiful annual flower calendula.
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Full Moon and Good Luck
Full Moon and Good Luck

Can the Moon change your luck? According to Moon lore, in many cases the full Moon brings good luck. But not always! Read on about full Moon superstitions and folklore. 
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