Memorial Day: best time to travel, why the poppy's a symbol, patriotic cheesecake

Thank you to the fallen from The Old Farmer's Almanac. [View Web Version]( [WEATHER]( [ASTRONOMY]( [GARDENING]( [CALENDAR]( [FOOD]( [ADVICE]( [STORE]( [memorial day] The muffled drum's sad roll has beat The soldier's last tattoo; No more on Life's parade shall meet That brave and fallen few. On Fame's eternal camping-ground Their silent tents are spread, And Glory guards, with solemn round, The bivouac of the dead. –Theodore O'Hara (1820–67) [Monday, May 27, 2019]( 147th day of the year [Summer begins in 25 days]( John Cheever (writer) was born on this day in 1912. Paul Gleason (actor) died on this day in 2006. Question of the Day Is a thistle the same as a nettle, and do they both sting? [Answer]( [All-Natural Insect Repellent > Learn More]( [Memorial Day 2019 (image)]( Why Poppies are a Symbol [Memorial Day 2019]( Learn all about Memorial Day, including the true meaning of this day, how it differs from Veterans Day, and why the red poppy is a traditional symbol—with unexpected origins.  [READ MORE]( SPONSORED [Are You Giving Your Dog Gas? - 3 Dangerous Ingredients That No Dog Should Eat]( Are you harming your dog by feeding them the wrong food? There are 3 dangerous ingredients that no dog should ever eat, and if you are giving them to your dog then you might be slowly harming it. Click here to find out these harmful ingredients. [LEARN MORE]( [5 Fast-Growing Vegetables to Try (image)]( 5 Fast-Growing Plants [5 Fast-Growing Vegetables to Try]( There are plenty of vegetables that go from sowing to harvest in very little time at all. [WATCH VIDEO]( [Dragonfly Wooden Night Lights]( These highly intricate and detailed night lights were carved with a laser. The craftsmanship is outstanding. Each shade consists of 4 pieces of wood held together with interlocking finger joints. The best part is that the shade hides the bulb, even when viewed from the side. Made in the USA. [LEARN MORE]( $16.95 [Slugs (image)]( Controlling Slugs [Slugs]( Here are tips on how to identify, control, and get rid of slugs in the garden. [READ MORE]( [Candlestick Set of 5]( This set of 5 candlesticks is made from real textile mill wooden bobbins. Most are between 50 and 100 years old! Add this charming display to your mantel or as part of your dining room tablescape today. [LEARN MORE]( $39.95 [Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake (image)]( Patriotic Cheesecake Recipe [Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake]( This festive cheesecake is the perfect dessert for celebrating any patriotic holiday! [READ MORE]( [Train Toothfairy Box]( Makes a great gift for a young family. Made in Vermont from 100% lead-free pewter. [LEARN MORE]( $29.97 [5 Tips to Improve Your Memory (image)]( Boost Your Memory! [5 Tips to Improve Your Memory]( Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche said, “The advantage of a bad memory is that one enjoys several times the same good things for the first time.” If you don’t want to prove his point, read on for ways to boost your memory! [READ MORE]( [Try the Weed Spinner!]( All you need is a drill and weeds and their roots are gone in one quick spin! The action is fun, fast, and satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty. Expect your neighbors to get curious and want to try the Weed Spinner, too. This back-saving drill bit was invented by retired school teacher Vern Ader and we thank him.  [LEARN MORE]( $15.99 THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( [Product]( QUICK CLICKS - [7-Day Forecast]( - [2-Month Forecast]( - [Moon Phase Calendar]( - [Best Days—Astrological Timetable]( [WEATHER]( [ASTRONOMY]( [GARDENING]( [CALENDAR]( [FOOD]( [ADVICE]( [STORE]( [facebook]( [twitter]( [pinterest]( [Instagram]( New to this newsletter? It’s free! [Sign up here.]( You are receiving this e-mail message because you subscribed at our Web site: Almanac.com If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletters in the future, please [click here to manage your preferences or unsubscribe](. You can [change your email address here]( *Please do not reply to this e-mail* [Visit our Web site Help page]( to report corrections or inquire about your online account, products, editorial, and technical issues. For reprinting and reuse, see our [Terms of Use](. © 2019 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved.