Edible landscaping, chickens in snow, how to write a thank-you note

Your DAILY Companion from the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Thursday, January 12, 2023]( [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [66 days until spring begins]( Question of the Day I haven’t gardened before but am thinking about growing some vegetables. How do I begin? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day How many hard-boiled eggs can a man eat on an empty stomach? – [Answer]( Snow falling and night falling fast, oh, fast In a field I looked into going past. And the ground almost covered smooth in snow, But a few weeds and stubble showing last. –Robert Frost (1874–1963), American poet ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac [share with a friend](. ☜ [Keeping Chickens Happy in the Snow (image)]( [Keeping Chickens Happy in the Snow]( Chickens usually enjoy going outside during the day, but many breeds of chickens are not exactly fond of snow (just like people!). 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