Valentine's Day, poor man's turtles, pizza garden!

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Daily Newsletter for Tuesday, February 9, 2021



Tuesday, February 9, 2021
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Snow in the country—snow in the town,
Silently, silently sinking down;
Everywhere, everywhere fast-falling snow,
Dazzling the eyes with its crystalline glow! 
–Jennie E. Haight (1836–1916)

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Growing a Pizza Garden

Tuesday, February 9, is National Pizza Day! A pizza-themed garden bed is a fun way to grow your favorite vegetables, and also makes an excellent project for kids. Not only does it include the ingredients for your favorite pizza toppings, it’s actually pizza shaped too, so it’s easy to see the link...
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How To: Get Rid Of Deep Fat From Your Belly

Millions of Americans suffer from deep fat. Researchers have now found out the reason why. It turns out there is a master switch that controls when the cells turn into energy and when they turn into fat. Learn how to flip the master switch right now.
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Weather Lore Calendar
Weather Lore Calendar

We’re big fans of weather folklore, proverbs, and sayings! So, we’ve created a Weather Lore Calendar just for you—with folklore for every month of the year! Do any of these weather proverbs ring true to you?  
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Get cooking in a Gardenia Apron!

Warm up the oven and throw on your apron! Enjoy your time in the kitchen this spring. This stunning kitchen apron evokes the fragrance of gardenias. Brighten up your kitchen with the Gardenia Apron - or make this a lovely gift for Mom!
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Valentine's Day 2021: What Is the Real Meaning of Valentine's Day?
Valentine's Day 2021: What Is the Real Meaning of Valentine's Day?

Valentine’s Day is Sunday, February 14! Do you know the real story behind Valentine’s Day? This ancient marking of agricultural and human fertility has a surprising history. Discover the meaning of Valentine’s Day, why it’s celebrated on February 14, some fun ideas, and a poem to add to that (...
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What do you call a bee with a low buzz?

The 2021 Engagement Calendar includes clever questions and riddles just like this! The 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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Poor Man's Turtles
Poor Man's Turtles

Take me into a candy shop any day, anywhere, and I will walk out with a turtle every time. No matter how good the selection, to me, nothing beats the combination of chocolate, caramel and pecans.
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How can I gather fruits and veggies easily?

Born of pure ingenuity, The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Hod reflects the very best of farmers’ long tradition of functional art, craftsmanship, and utility. Fill your Garden Hod with your scrumptious harvest and easily wash your fruits and veggies!
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Zucchini Pizza
Zucchini Pizza

Wow, zucchini makes a fantastic pizza crust! Try this healthy, low-carb recipe that uses squash instead of flour dough for a crust.
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How can you enjoy the light of the sun in winter months?

Dazzling Old Farmer’s Almanac Sun Catchers are the perfect way to add brightness to your winter days! Our Sun Catchers were hand-pressed from recycled glass by the Old Hancock Glassworks using a centuries-old technique. Order Old Farmer’s Almanac Sun Catchers today!
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