The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

Little drops of water,
Little grains of sand,
Make the mighty ocean
And the pleasant land.

Thus the little minutes,
Humble though they be,
Make the mighty ages
Of eternity.

–Julia A. Fletcher (1823–1908)

Sunday, September 16, 2018
259th day of the year
Autumn begins in 6 days

Molly Shannon (actress) was born on this day in 1964.
Mary Travers (singer) of the folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary died on this day in 2009.

Question of the Day
Does the Moon rise and set in any particular time pattern? Answer

Vern Ader’s Weed Spinner

Dandelions don’t stand a chance! Remove weeds and their roots in one whirling motion. 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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$12.49

Windowsill Herb Garden

Growing Herbs Indoors
Even just a few pots of herbs indoors can supply you with wonderful flavors through the rest of the year. Now that summer is winding down, it is time to think about bringing some of our favorites indoors. Here are seven herbs that will grow well on a sunny windowsill or under lights.

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Colorful Kitchen Aprons

Made for the home chef. These aprons are 100% cotton for easy care and have bold prints. Impress your guests at dinner parties!

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$21.95

Worst Hurricanes in History

Worst Hurricanes in American History (Part II)
Hurricane season is now in session—and continues until November 30. This month we spotlight the most severe late–20th-century hurricanes.

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Beefy Lettuce Cups

Beef and Rice Lettuce Cups

If you are looking for something different to break up the monotony of basic ground beef recipes, try these Beef and Rice Lettuce Cups.

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Six Types of Salt

Six Types of Salt and How to Use Them
What single ingredient can make or break a dish? The answer is salt. Many readers ask us about the different types of salts—table salt, kosher salt, and so on. Let’s look at six common salts and their best use.

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Love You a Bushel and a Peck Coffee Mugs

Large, double-sided, dishwasher-safe mugs. Choose from different fun designs! Handles work equally well for both left- and right-handed people. Each mug includes a generously-sized hole that allows coffee to pour out when the mug is tilted.

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$11.95