St. Nick's Day tomorrow!, Sinterklaas cookies, poisonous plants for pets

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Daily Newsletter for Thursday, December 5, 2019

sand treasure

We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures. 
–Thornton Wilder (1897–1975)
Thursday, December 5, 2019
 339th day of the year


Strom Thurmond (politician) was born on this day in 1902.
Nelson Mandela (political activist) died on this day in 2013.
 
The Old Farmer's Almanac
 
St. Nick's Day is Tomorrow!

 St. Nicholas Day 2019
Was Saint Nicholas a real person? Is he the true Santa Claus and Father Christmas? Find out about the history of St. Nicholas Day as well as  (leave out those shoes!).
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 Coriander and Cilantro
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Sinterklaas Cookies (Speculaas)

 Spicy Sinterklaas Cookies (Speculaas)

Bake a special treat for St. Nicholas Day this year. These yummy, crunchy cookies leave a delicious spice taste in your mouth, with hints of orange.
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 2020 Recipe Contest
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Poisonous Plants for Pets

 Poisonous Plants for Dogs, Cats, and Other Pets
Do you know which plants are poisonous to your dog, cat or other pet? Keep your fuzzy friends safe! Here is a list of the more common plants and flowers that may be dangerous for your pet.
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