The Old Farmer's Almanac Companion Newsletter

How many songs, O summer wind,
How many songs you know
Of fair, sweet things in your wanderings,
As over the earth you go.
–Ina Donna Coolbrith (1841–1928)

Wednesday, July 10, 2019
191st day of the year
Autumn begins in 75 days

Roger Craig (football player) was born on this day in 1960.
Roger Rees (actor) died on this day in 2015.

Question of the Day
Can you explain what causes the green flash that is often seen in the Caribbean when the Sun sets? Answer

Sunburn Relief Remedies

Home Remedies for Sunburn Relief & Treatment
Here are 20 home remedies for sunburn relief and treatment. If you have a minor sunburn (where the skin is red or sore, but not blistered or broken), try one of these sunburn remedies to help soothe your pain.

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How to Fix Age Spots (Liver Spots) and Uneven Skin Tones

According to a recent European study, dark spots and uneven skin tones can make others think you’re up to 20 years older! Find out the root cause of these spots and the incredible at-home method to help reduce them.

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Snow in Summertime?

Predicting Snow for the Summer of 1816
Here’s a peculiar prediction: Legend says that a July forecast of “rain, hail, and snow” mistakenly appeared in The 1816 Old Farmer’s Almanac.

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Self-Watering Containers

How to Make a Self-Watering Plant Pot
When the weather gets very hot or you’re going on vacation, how do you keep up with the watering? In this short video, we provide easy-to-follow instructions showing how to make your own self-watering containers to keep your plants watered even during the hottest period of the year.

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Mercury Retrograde by Sign

Mercury Retrograde and Zodiac Signs
When Mercury is in retrograde, its influence depends on which of the 12 zodiac signs the planet is in when it goes retrograde. Below is a brief look at what you can expect for each astrological sign.

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10 Hearty, Healthy Salads

10 Salads That Are Hearty and Healthy
Announcing ten salad recipes that highlight fresh fruit and vegetables, great grains, and healthy proteins. Enjoy! You’ll turn groans into grins with these exciting—yes, exciting!—salad recipes.

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The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar

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