The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

New flowery scents strewed everywhere,
New sunshine poured in largesse fair,
"We shall be happy now," we say.
A voice just trembles through the air,
And whispers, "May."
–Sarah C. Woolsey (1835–1905)

Friday, May 3, 2019
123rd day of the year
Summer begins in 49 days

Doug Henning (magician) was born on this day in 1947.
Frank Levingston (at time of death, was oldest surviving WWII veteran) died on this day in 2016.

Question of the Day
Is the distance between Earth and the Moon increasing? Answer

Flowers for Window Boxes

Best Flowers for Window Boxes
What are the best flowers for window boxes? It mainly depends on your sun exposure. See our list of flowering window box plants that love sun—and shade.

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A Bee-Friendly Garden

How to Attract Bees to Your Garden
Learn how to plan a garden that is bee-friendly to attract beneficial pollinating insects to your plants—whether vegetables, fruits, or flowers.

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Moon Shiners Sun-Powered Mason Jar Lids

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Loaded Mexican Soup!

Mexican Chicken and Bean Soup

Mexican Chicken and Bean Soup is a hearty protein powerhouse loaded with chicken, pinto beans, and fresh veggies.

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A Great Quiche

Mexican Quiche

Our easy Mexican Quiche avoids boring with a pinch of spice and fresh vegetables—including onion, green pepper, garlic, tomatoes, and corn.

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Vern Ader’s Weed Spinner

Remove weeds and their roots in one quick spin! The action is fast and the result is very satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty.

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May's Horoscope

Monthly Horoscope for May 2019
Here’s your monthly horoscope for May 2019. The planets are mostly moving forward and we should be able to accomplish our goals this month. Find out more from Almanac astrologer Celeste Longacre, who provides at-a-glance predictions for all 12 zodiac signs.

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