How to make a gingerbread house, Geminid meteor shower, winter plants for color

Your DAILY Companion from the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Monday, December 12, 2022]( [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [9 days until winter begins]( Question of the Day What is the name of the dog in the classic Dr. Seuss tale How the Grinch Stole Christmas? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day Why is the inside of everything so mysterious? – [Answer]( The icicles wreathing On trees in festoon Swing, swayed to our breathing: They’re made of the moon. –Elinor Wylie (1885–1928), American poet Today is National Gingerbread House Day. Popularized by "Hansel and Gretel" in the early 19th century, the gingerbread house is today one of the most recognizable symbols of Christmastime! ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac [share with a friend](. ☜ [How to Make a Gingerbread House (image)]( [How to Make a Gingerbread House]( December 12 is National Gingerbread House Day! 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