| On a clear winter’s evening
The crescent moon
And the round squirrels’ nest
In the bare oak
Are equal planets. –Anne Porter (1911–2011) |
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Houseplants Clean the Air
Clean House with Tropical Plants
NASA calls itSick Building Syndrome. I know it as a stuffy house that needs a good airing, as my Mom put it. By the end of January, if it weren’t for the forest of houseplants in my home, I’d open the windows, despite the snow and freezing daytime temperatures. I did open them before I learned that tropical houseplants clean indoor air of pollution. |
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The Almanac Weather Rock
100% accurate weather predictor! If the rock is wet, it’s raining. If it’s dry and still, just wait a minute—it’s a mistake and will change soon. |
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Cocoa Versus Chocolate
Could Cocoa Be the Sweetheart Spice?
Where does cocoa come from? What’s the difference between cocoa and chocolate? Is chocolate healthy? Enjoy this delightful post about cocoa—plus, a delicious recipe. |
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Almanac Barn Night Light
The roof features The Old Farmer’s Almanac logo in way reminiscent of the painted barn advertisements of the early to mid–20th century for soft drinks and roadside attractions. |
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Language of Flowers
Flower Meanings: The Language of Flowers
Do you know the Language of Flowers? Many flowers, herbs, trees, and other plants traditionally symbolize feelings, moods, or ideas, and as our list below shows, each flower has its own particular meaning. |
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Dirt Cure for a Cough?
The Dirt Cure for the Winter Cough
In 1849, a farmer prescribed a “dirt cure” for a winter cough. Watch Janice Stillman, editor of The Old Farmer’s Almanac, demonstrate this natural remedy. (Warning: Humor required!) |
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