123123 is last day of the year!, growing spring peas, potato candy

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( [Tuesday, December 12, 2023]( The speckled sky is dim with snow, The light flakes falter and fall slow. –John Townsend Trowbridge (1827–1916) Today is National Gingerbread House Day. [See how to make a gingerbread house](! [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out.]( [9 days until winter begins]( [Moon Phase Today]( [View the Moon Phase Calendar]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Today is the Best Day To go camping straighten hair [Plan Ahead! See the Best Days for Every Activity.]( Question of the Day Who were the Know-Nothings? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day Why are crows the most sensible birds? – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [Keep your feet comfy this winter! (title)]( [Keep your feet comfy this winter!]( These Alpaca Fleece OutdoorAdventure Socks are great for winter sports, hiking, hunting, fishing, camping, and cold nights by the fire. Order yours today and get ready for winter! [LEARN MORE]( [123123: The Meaning of 12/31/23 (image)]( [123123: The Meaning of 12/31/23]( The year ends with an interesting number sequence: 12/31/23 or 123123. According to numerology, this is significant. Find out the number’s meaning as we end 2023 with a bang! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Almanac Essentials Gift Bundle (title)]( [Almanac Essentials Gift Bundle]( The Almanac Essentials Gift Bundle is not just a present; it’s a year-round companion for anyone with a green thumb or a love for nature. Order today! [LEARN MORE]( [Peas (image)]( [Peas]( The sweet taste of glorious garden-grown peas is nothing like what you find in grocery stores. They are nature’s candy off the vine! Peas are one of the season’s first crops, planted as soon as the ground can be worked, even if snow falls afterward. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [What are Almanac Clubs? (title)]( [What are Almanac Clubs?]( Each Almanac Club is a yearly subscription that delivers you the products you want most before they hit the shelves. Sign up, and you’ll also get exclusive access to online versions of our most popular publications! [LEARN MORE]( [Needhams Potato Candy (image)]( [Needhams Potato Candy]( A unique potato candy made with a mashed potato and coconut center, Needhams Potato Candy is a fun candy treat, tracing its roots back to the early 20th century. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Last Minute Gift Idea: Coffee Mugs! (title)]( [Last Minute Gift Idea: Coffee Mugs!]( Find the perfect gift to finish off your list at the Old Farmer’s Store! We offer a wide selection of coffee mugs featuring botanic designs for gardeners, birders, and fans of the outdoors! [LEARN MORE]( [2023 First Snow Contest (image)]( [2023 First Snow Contest]( The annual Almanac First Snow Contest is over! Here are the winners of The 2024 Old Farmer’s Almanac weather calendars. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Available Now: Bison Leather Wallets! (title)]( [Available Now: Bison Leather Wallets!]( The American Bison Front Pocket Wallet was designed to fit comfortably with a slim and lightweight build. Each wallet has a billfold and space for 6 cards. That’s plenty of storage for your cash, credit cards, and membership cards! [LEARN MORE]( [A Chance of Rain: What Does This Really Mean? (image)]( [A Chance of Rain: What Does This Really Mean?]( If you heard an “80% chance of rain,” would you assume that this meant you had an 80% chance of getting rained on? Not true. Bob Berman explains what a “chance of rain” really means! [READ MORE]( [Amazon Alexa]( “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” [Google Home]( “Hey Google, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View More Products from The Old Farmer's Store]( Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can [sign up here](. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of [The Old Farmer's Almanac](. Your support makes this all possible! Are you on social? Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( [Visit Almanac.com]( [Shop Our Store]( You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please [click here to manage preferences](. Is Daily too much, [switch to weekly](? *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 [Contact Us]( [View web version](