I know this really sounds ridiculous—trust me. Toilet paper. In the fridge. Like, absolutely no one ever expects to say that sentence out loud, let alone act on it. But yet, here we are. Because apparently, this is a thing, and not just in a “weird hack your aunt always talks about” kind of way. … Read more
One rainy afternoon I was jigging along and poking my nose in and out of this store and that. Total maze. Dusty shelves crammed with all manner of things from rusted lanterns to suspicious-looking porcelain dolls which surely come to life at night. I love places like that. They’re time machines that you don’t have to get into. … Read more
Some kitchen utensils are not only functional but also tell a story. The angel food cake cutter is one of the more unique and memorable ones out there. They look like a marriage between a rake and a comb. But for those of us who were lucky enough to see it used in the kitchen, … Read more
Cleaning is… yeah, it’s not for me. I don’t wake up with some weird urge to scrub things or light a candle and play “cleaning vibes” playlists. I’m saying this because my friend is just like that. She loves cleaning and when it’s a cleaning day, she says it’s the best day ever. I mean, … Read more
If you ever left primary school holding a cardboard tube wrapped in paper towel and rubber bands, you probably crafted a homemade kazoo. It wasn’t decorative, but it transformed an ordinary afternoon into a noisy, laughter-filled time that felt like success. The homemade kazoo was more than a craft. It brought together music, creativity, and … Read more
At some point or another, everyone’s power will go out. It’s usually caused by some sort of storm, but whatever the case, you and your family should always be prepared for a power outage. Whether the outage lasts for an hour or lasts for a few days, here are some things not to do in the event … Read more
You know the old saying, “Mom knows best”? Well, this saying also applies to grandmothers. Some of the best, most wise pieces of advice have been given to me by my grandma. And many of these include housekeeping tips that I still use all the time. Speaking of old-school housekeeping tips, we’re about to share … Read more
Okay, so cleaning. Yeah. I hate it. You probably hate it. Especially dusting, which just… never ends?? Like, I wipe down a shelf and feel kind of accomplished for about four minutes, and then bam—new dust. Where is it coming from? Is there a secret hole in my ceiling spitting it out when I’m not … Read more
Me standing in the yard, still half-asleep, looking at the mess—plants dug up, leaves snapped, soil everywhere. Felt like everything I put in the ground turned into a chew toy or a bathroom. Cats, for sure. Squirrels, obviously. And something else—raccoon, maybe? I never saw it, but whatever it was had little grabby paws and … Read more
Aldi, the popular grocery store chain, has a unique policy that might puzzle some shoppers: they require customers to pay a small fee to use their shopping carts. While this practice may seem strange at first, there are several reasons behind this decision. First and foremost, Aldi’s shopping cart policy is designed to encourage shoppers … Read more