Washington's Christmas eggnog, winter solstice plants, stomach bugs

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Daily Newsletter for Thursday, December 19, 2019



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This country will not be a good place for any of us to live in unless we make it a good place for all of us to live in.
–Theodore Roosevelt (1858–1919) 

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George Washington's Christmas Eggnog
George Washington's Christmas Eggnog

Enjoy this homemade old-school eggnog recipe from Mount Vernon, George Washington’s estate. There’s also an amusing story to tell about this popular recipe, which might offer up a nice little tidbit of cocktail conversation to go with your festive concoction. 
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Top Cardiologist Reveals Digestive Trick To Clean Your Bowels

Digestive Trick To Clean Your Bowels: What if you could restore your gut health with one simple fix? According to one doctor in California, there may be a way. In fact, he believes it’s so powerful that it could be like a “power wash” for your insides.
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Party Recipes for Christmas
Party Recipes for Christmas

When preparing party recipes for Christmas, keep the menu simple. With a little organization and a few hours spent cooking, you can offer a hospitable feast without becoming crazed.
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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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Overwintering Rosemary: Growing Rosemary Indoors
Overwintering Rosemary: Growing Rosemary Indoors

Find out how to overwinter rosemary and grow rosemary indoors to keep this wonderful herb growing all year.
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Local Farmers' Market Tote

Features long and short handles for convenience. Plus, a two-sided design and small interior pocket.
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Plants of the Winter Solstice
Plants of the Winter Solstice

Many trees and plants were traditionally important to the celebration of the winter solstice (on December 21). Think evergreens, yew, oak, mistletoe, holly, rosemary, pine, and ivy. Learn more about their symbolic meaning.
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Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook eBook

All You Need to Know to Grow! After inspiring and instructing gardeners for 227 years, we have created a single “how to garden” reference eBook for your computer or tablet that includes all of our expertise.
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5 Ways to Prevent Nasty Stomach Bugs Over the Holidays
5 Ways to Prevent Nasty Stomach Bugs Over the Holidays

Feeling sick to your stomach? Overindulgence in holiday goodies might not be the culprit. ‘Tis the season for stomach bugs. And, by the way, there’s no such thing as stomach flu.
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