Winter can be tough on your skin. As soon as the heat goes on, skin dries up. Low humidity during the winter, both inside and outside, enhances the drying effect on your skin, as does exposure to the colder elements of the season’s weather. When your skin becomes cold, blood vessels that supply your skin

If you’ve ever had your pipes burst in the winter, you already know it can be devastating to your home. Far beyond the cost of replacing the pipes is the expense and heartache of restoring or replacing the structure and your personal belongings damaged by a deluge. If you haven’t yet been one of the

Before YouTube hacks, TikTok tips, and 47-step “life optimization” threads… There were little nuggets of wisdom tucked into the back pages of almanacs, community cookbooks, and church newsletters. The kind of advice your grandma clipped out and taped inside a cabinet door. This collection of “Helpful Hints” came straight from that era (Farmers’ Almanac 1996)

Learn how to properly display the American flag, including how to carry it and how to fold a flag. Plus, learn about the details of the American flag and other important guidelines. Whether you call it Old Glory, the Stars and Stripes, or the Star-Spangled Banner, most of the rules, customs, and traditions governing the

Even if you don’t follow fashion traditions, chances are you’ve heard the expression, “Don’t wear white after Labor Day.” But where does this rule come from and should you still follow it today? Turns out, it’s not so black and white! (Psst … see our Labor Day weather forecast for your region!) White Clothing—A Sign

Tick season is upon us. Try these natural and effective remedies and strategies to repel these nasty parasites without harmful chemicals.

Centuries ago, the human race stink, stank, and stunk. The road to personal hygiene was a long one, but thank goodness we’ve arrived! Read on to learn how to make soap—as well as its bizarre history! It’s truly scent-sational. Today, soap is a $22 billion industry worldwide and 13 billion bars are sold in the

Ever hear the expression “tell it to the bees?” Learn what it means, as well as other interesting lore and legends about honey bees. Honey Bee Lore and Legends  The value of honey bees has been recognized for millennia. In ancient Egypt, bees were believed to have been formed from the tears of the sun

If you raise chickens, water glassing eggs is a must! Here’s how to preserve your extra eggs so that you’ll have them during the winter months, when egg production is low. What is Water Glassing? “Water glassing” is a traditional method for preserving freshly laid eggs using water and lime (calcium hydroxide). There are many

Can you freeze eggs? How about milk, cheese, butter, and bread? The short answer: yes! Stock up and take advantage of productive seasons and sales by preserving your bounty with our expert tips. Bear in mind that all foods should be frozen before their expiration dates to preserve the greatest freshness and flavor. It’s a