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If you believe The Old Farmer’s Almanac, the longer the middle brown band on a woolly worm, the shorter and milder the coming winter. The shorter the brown band, the longer and snowier. According to studies (yes, I’m not kidding, there have been studies) woolly worms are close or completely right 57% of the time.

I see more black than brown on this woolly worm who dropped out of the sky onto my manuscript this weekend when I was going over my book. Uh oh…..

Maybe we could do an informal study of our own! Everybody go find a woolly worm in your area…..

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Oh girls...I'm so sorry. How terrible :cry: I volunteer to help look if you round up a search party. I'll be praying for you all.... - MissyinWV on A Crushing Event
I am so sorry Suzanne, sending prayers that you and Morgan find Coco, and she is safe!... - lizzie on A Crushing Event
Snow might help -- you could see footprints to follow. Here's hoping.... - Busy Solitude Farm on Unaccustomed Activity (and Second Tango Winner)
I have been thinking about you, morgan and Coco all day. Stil praying for a positive outcome. ((((HUGS))))... - Claudia W on Unaccustomed Activity (and Second Tango Winner)
Postitve thoughts for the return of Coco. Your snow has finally made it to my door step. Hope it doesn't amount to too much but looks like a nasty night for us. Stay warm and just think how much furth... - friendfromcanada on Unaccustomed Activity (and Second Tango Winner)
Was she microchipped? That will help if someone takes her to a vet. In our area, when someone brings in an animal the first time they are automatically scanned. I check the site hourly, hoping for a... - lattelady on Unaccustomed Activity (and Second Tango Winner)
It is cold and snowy here too. I am reminded to pray for Coco and her return to your home every time I head out with the puppy. We will continue to hope for the best for all of you. The best being Coc... - Katharina on Unaccustomed Activity (and Second Tango Winner)
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I'm so sorry that you're both having to go through this. I'm sitting here teary-eyed wishing I could come and help, but all I can do is send our hopes for a happy reunion and go out and hug my two bi... - gardnerh on Unaccustomed Activity (and Second Tango Winner)
I hope this does not sound dumb, but I keep thinking to tell you not to omit looking close to home. Could she get into any part of the barn unnoticed? We found a beautiful, huge, golden retriever.... - CATRAY44 on A Crushing Event

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