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Here delicate snow-stars, out of the cloud,
Come floating downward in airy play,
Like spangles dropped from the glistening crowd
That whiten by night
the milky way.
–William Cullen Bryant (1794–1878)

Tuesday, February 4, 2020
35th day of the year
Spring begins in 44 days

Clint Black (country musician) was born on this day in 1962.
John Mahoney (actor) died on this day in 2018.

Question of the Day
The brick on my fireplace is badly stained with black soot. How can I remove the stains? Answer

Homegrown Fertilizer (From Weeds!)

How to Make Organic Fertilizer
Does it sound strange to make plant fertilizer by using other plants? That’s how nature works! Here’s how to make organic fertilizer—without using chemicals and animal waste—right from your garden!

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Top Cardiologist Reveals Digestive Trick To Clean Your Bowels: Digestive Discomfort, Weight Gain, Fatigue Caused By This?

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. Watch Now >>

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5 Easy Veggies to Start in Winter

5 Vegetables to Start in Winter
Many vegetables can be seeded by late winter to give you a super-early start. Here are 5 vegetables that you can start growing now, and we demonstrate how to get the best return from these early-season crops.

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February's Flowers

February Birth Flowers
With Valentine’s Day on people’s minds, February is a big month for flowers. But, oddly enough, the red rose is not February’s birth month flower! Find out which flowers belong to February, plus the meanings behind them.

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First Day of Seasons 2020

When Do the Seasons Start in 2020?
The spring equinox falls on March 19, 2020. When do all of the four seasons—spring, summer, fall, and winter—start? Here are your equinox and solstice dates for 2020—plus, the definition of the astronomical season versus the meteorological season.

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Easy and Safe Tick Remover Tool (3-Pack)

The best tick remover is the one that is easy to carry and always with you! This safe tick removal tool attaches to key chains, leashes, and backpacks. Made in the USA from high-strength aluminum that won’t break or bend.

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$16.95

Drink Your Oat Milk?

Wondering About Oat Milk? Make Your Own!
Feelin’ your oats? Sowing your oats? Or maybe you’re eating your oats. (Yes! They’re good for you!) But what about drinking your oats? That’s right! With just oats and water, you can make your own lactose-free, easy, creamy, DIY oat milk!

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Farmers' Market Cotton Tote Bag

Buy 2 or more and get $3.00 off each bag! This sturdy cotton canvas bag features The Old Farmer’s Almanac 1792 logo on one side and the message “Support Your Local Farmers” on the other. Made in the USA.

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$12.97

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