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We've had some pleasant rambles,
And merry Christmas gambols,
And roses with our brambles,
Adieu, old year, adieu!

–George Lunt (1803–85)

Tuesday, December 29, 2020
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Full Moon for December 2020
Full Cold Moon Tonight!

Full Moon for December 2020
December’s full Moon rises on Tuesday, December 29, 2020. The Old Farmer’s Almanac will reveal everything you need to know about the Cold Moon and what makes it special.

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The First Snowflake Photographer, Wilson Bentley
Is there any truth to the old saw, “No two snowflakes are alike”? Wilson A. Bentley, a farmer and amateur meteorologist, sought to answer that question, dedicating himself to observing flakes of snow for 50 years.

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If you’re planning to, or are already taking probiotics and dealing with bloating, constipation, weight gain, or even brain fog, then read this immediately! There is one food that feeds good bacteria and makes them take over bad bacteria, so click here to find out this one food.

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Four Super-Hardy Salad Greens to Grow in Winter
Salads may be the epitome of sunny summer days, but there are also super-hardy salad greens that will grow in winter and cold weather. What a treat! Here are four of our favorites.

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What does "Auld Lang Syne" mean?

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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Butterscotch Icebox Cookies

These buttery and delicious Butterscotch Icebox Cookies are one of my all-time favorite cookies. They’re quick and easy to prepare and always a hit. 

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Wondering about the date and significance of the Full Cold Moon?

Celebrate December’s Full Cold Moon with our 2021 Moon Calendar! This calendar will answer all your questions with fascinating lunar facts and moonlit folklore!

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Preventing Flu This Year

Cold and Flu Prevention Tips
If you’re trying hard to avoid catching the flu and common cold, here are some common sense prevention tips to keep you healthy, especially this winter whic his further complicted by the COVID virus.

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