Old-fashioned raisin cookies, Christmas houseplant, cat age chart

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Daily Newsletter for Monday, December 9, 2019



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Life is mostly froth and bubble,
Two things stand like stone.
Kindness in another's trouble,
Courage in your own.
–Adam Lindsay Gordon (1833–70)

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Comfort Food
 
Old-Fashioned Raisin-Filled Cookies
Old-Fashioned Raisin-Filled Cookies

These delicious yet not overly sweet cookies are perfect for bringing to a cookie swap, sticking in a lunchbox for a special treat, or enjoying with a cup of tea.
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Buy American This Holiday Season

You can support American families by purchasing gifts made in the USA. Find quality products in one central place. We are a women veteran owned small business. Instant 20% savings using code ALMANAC. Shop now!
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Frozen Death
Frozen Death

First published in 1943, this is still one of the all-time favorite (and most debated) stories among Almanac readers.
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Colorful Cell Phone Purses

Hot gift! Just the right size for your phone, cash, identification, and a few cards.
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Meteor Shower Calendar 2021: When Is the Next Meteor Shower?
Meteor Shower Calendar 2021: When Is the Next Meteor Shower?

When is the next meteor shower? Our Meteor Shower Calendar for 2021 has dates for all the principal meteor showers—plus viewing tips from The Old Farmer’s Almanac. Catch a shooting star!
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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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Cyclamens: A Christmas Houseplant
Cyclamens: A Christmas Houseplant

Cyclamens (Cyclamen persicum) are attractive, easy-care houseplants that will bloom continuously throughout the winter months. They are a unique alternative to the traditional holiday poinsettia.
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Bold Kitchen Aprons

There’s always something cooking at The Old Farmer’s Almanac. When it gets messy, we grab for one of these easy-care cotton aprons.
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Cat Age Chart: Cat Years to Human Years
Cat Age Chart: Cat Years to Human Years

How old is your cat in human years? Consult our Cat Age Chart, which converts cat years to human years. Are you surprised at your cat’s “human” age?
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Colorful Kitchen Dish Towels

There’s nothing shy or demure about our kitchen towels! The bold prints demand attention and deserve it. They’re made of woven natural cotton, so they’re as practical as they are impressive. 
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