This member of the Brassicaceae family is known as being a traditional Thanksgiving side dish. Turnips are so easy to grow and come in different varieties but purple and white are the most popular. You can grow the large ones, which can get as big as tennis balls, or try small turnips that resemble radishes.

If summer solstice marks the first day of summer, why is “Midsummer” just a few days later? Learn the origins of this special holiday and discover fun Midsummer celebrations for your friends and family! Origins of Midsummer and St. John’s Day Midsummer celebrates the joy of long, warm days spent outside in the summertime. It’s

Birthstones are so much more than elegant stones for celebrating your birthday. They have a deep history that originates in the first century and healing properties that many people believe to this day. The following article explains how this popular tradition evolved over time. As you scroll to the bottom of this page you’ll discover

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Will-o-the-wisps are spooky floating lights believed to lead unwary travelers to their doom. Learn more!

Ever wonder why kissing under the mistletoe is a Christmas tradition? We have the answer, plus many facts and lore about this strange parasitic plant.

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If Friday the 13th makes you uneasy, you may just want to do one of these things to keep bad luck from finding you!