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September 29, 2017
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Summer ends now; now, barbarous in beauty, the stooks arise
Around; up above, what wind-walks! what lovely behaviour
Of silk-sack clouds! has wilder, wilful-wavier
Meal-drift moulded ever and melted across skies?
–Gerard Manley Hopkins (1844–89)

 

 

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Birthstone for October

October Birthstone: Color and Meaning

 

The October birthstone, the opal, symbolizes faithfulness and confidence. The word comes from the Latin opalus, meaning “precious jewel,” and from the Greek word opallios, meaning “to see a change in color.” 

 

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Birth Flowers for October

October Birth Flowers

 

Both of the October birth flowers are colorful annuals that thrive in full sun.

 

Pumpkin Melody Fabric Hostess Napkin, Set of 4

To create some drama at the dinner table (the good kind), set out our attention-getting new cotton napkins.

 

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October's Best Days

Best Days for the Month of October 2017

 

Here is a snapshot of the Best Days for the month of October 2017—from Best Days to quit smoking to Best Days to cut hair.

 

Pumpkin Melody Table Runner

Welcome family and friends to your home with the glorious colors and abundant beauty of autumn. 

 

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Night Sky Highlights

Sky Watch: October 2017

 

Welcome to the October 2017 Sky Watch!  See what to look for in the night sky tonight, including visible planets, the full Moon, and more celestial highlights!

 

The 2018 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Watcher's Calendar

Features dramatic photography, weather proverbs, historical weather events, trivia, and more! Makes a great gift for Mom or Dad. 

 

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A Smile for Your Day

How to Buy Soap, Fooling Yourself, and More Humor

 

It’s time for another edition of “Humor Me” from The Old Farmer’s Almanac! Consider yourself warned.

 

Autumnal Tree Wall Art

This brilliant and highly reflective 16-inch metal art piece was laser-cut from rugged steel and then powder-coated for rust resistance and durability. Handcrafted with a 7-step metallic color infusion process and features a unique swirl pattern that creates an additional layer of dimension and interest. 

 

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