Thanksgiving pies, Christmas bulbs, growing citrus indoors

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Daily Newsletter for Monday, November 9, 2020



Monday, November 9, 2020
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Now is the time for the burning of the leaves.
They go to the fire; the nostril pricks with smoke
Wandering slowly into a weeping mist.
Brittle and blotched, ragged and rotten sheaves!
A flame seizes the smouldering ruin and bites
On stubborn stalks that crackle as they resist. 
–Robert Laurence Binyon (1869–1943)

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Best Thanksgiving Pie Recipes
Best Thanksgiving Pie Recipes

When it comes to Thanksgiving desserts, a traditional pie is a sure bet for us. But which pie to pick? Here are some of our favorite pie recipes made with seasonal ingredients—pumpkin, apple, pecans, sweet potato, cranberry, and more. Plus, we’ve included two delicious Thanksgiving puddings and a...
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Feeling Old? Do This Once A Day And Watch What Happens

Researchers have found a new at home test that you can do right now in your seat that can help predict future health and longevity. It’s a very simple test and only takes a couple minutes to do. Click Here To Find Out Now >>
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Growing Dwarf Citrus Trees in Containers
Growing Dwarf Citrus Trees in Containers

If you can’t visit the tropics, try growing your own citrus trees in containers! Dwarf citrus varieties grow year-round. They all bear edible fruit and have glossy, evergreen leaves and delicious-smelling flowers. (The scent is heavenly!) Learn how to care for your indoor citrus trees.
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What does snow on Christmas night mean for next year's crops?

Find out fun facts about every holiday with the 2021 Engagement Calendar. This popular daily planner provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspirations. Cheer up each day with wit, wisdom, a quote, a proverb, or a bit of folklore!
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The Good Side of Goldenrod
The Good Side of Goldenrod

If you sneeze up a storm from autumn allergies, don’t blame the goldenrod! It’s a common misperception that goldenrod is the cause of hay fever when it’s actually wind-pollinated plants, notably ragweeds, that are the source. Learn more about the good side of goldenrod.
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What's the best book for kids who are always bored?

Keep youngsters entertained for hours with fun facts, fascinating stories, and educational activities in The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids, Vol. 8! Whether your kiddos are reading on their own or you’re reading with them, The Almanac for Kids provides plenty of intriguing stories for anyone who’s a kid at heart!
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Flowering Bulbs for Christmas

Give flowering bulbs this holiday season! Learn how to plant flowering bulbs indoors for Christmas bloom—and how to create simple Christmas gifts using popular bulbs that will quickly bloom and continue to flower until the weather warms again.
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The Almanac is the perfect stocking stuffer!

The Old Farmer’s Almanac is a delightful stocking surprise for everyone on your holiday shopping list! Enjoy a holiday season filled with wit and wisdom from your favorite Old Farmer. The Almanac is guaranteed to make people smile and to tickle your funny bones. Order today to get your Almanacs in time for the holidays!
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Intriguing Egg Facts and Folklore
Intriguing Egg Facts and Folklore

To put it simply: There is nothing quite like an egg! Eggs are surrounded by more myths and old wives’ tales than any other everyday food. Here are some surprising facts about eggs.
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Colorful puzzles for rainy day fun!

Educational and beautiful! A rainbow of birds from all over the world is at your fingertips. This colorful ornithological puzzle is accompanied by a poster-sized bird key, which gives you the bird’s common name and Latin name. 
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