Happy Thanksgiving!, cranberry punch, aloe vera care

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Daily Newsletter for Thursday, November 28, 2019

pumpkin pie

Ah! On Thanksgiving Day, when from East and from West,
From North and from South, come the pilgrim and guest,
What moistens the lip, and what brightens the eye?
What calls back the past like the rich pumpkin pie?
–J. G. Whittier (1807–92)
Thursday, November 28, 2019
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac
 
Happy Thanksgiving!

 Thanksgiving Day 2019
In the United States, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November—this year, on November 28! Why is Thanksgiving so late this year? Why do we celebrate this all-important feast day? Enjoy a brief history of the holiday, Thanksgiving trivia, folklore, and more!
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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Everyday Calendar
Nicely illustrated page-a-day desk calendar that makes a great stocking stuffer! Start each day with a tidbit of Almanac fun: weather wisdom, quirky historical facts, useful hints, and time-tested proverbs.
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Aloe Vera Care

 Aloe Vera
The aloe vera plant is an easy, attractive succulent that makes for a great indoor companion. Aloe vera plants are useful, too, as the juice from their leaves can be used to relieve pain from scrapes and burns when applied topically. Here’s how to grow and care for aloe vera plants in your home!
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Alpaca Fleece Super Warm Extreme Socks
These thick socks have been to the Arctic Circle, Antarctica, and the Alaskan Iditarod Race! But you may want them as cozy soft house slippers.
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$28.95
 
Artichoke and Spinach Dip

 Florentine Spinach Dip

Spinach and Artichoke Dips are always popular.
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Santa's Key
The perfect solution for homes without a chimney!
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$27.99
 
Make it Easy for Everyone

 Bowls and Boards for the Holiday Table
Facing some health issues this fall, I turned my mind toward how to make holiday meals that would minimize exertion but maximize variety and flavor. For some reason, instead of frozen casseroles, stews, lasagnes, and quiches, two words popped into my mind: bowls and boards!
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High Fashion Socks
Bright, colorful designs include: Live Like Someone Left The Gate Open, All You Need Is Love And A Dog, and more!
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$11.97
 
A Seasonal Holiday Drink

 Cranberry Punch

Chill all the ingredients before making this festive punch. If you prefer, use unsweetened cranberry/raspberry juice and sweeten to taste with superfine sugar.
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Vegetable 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle
Lettuce know if you like this puzzle! Family-time fun. Made in the USA. 
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$19.95