For those who love to cook (as well as those who love to eat), there is an indescribable joy in watching a recipe get passed down from generation to generation. Perhaps you grew up eating your grandma’s famous pierogi. Then one day, your father taught you how …
From the rolling green hills to the great local culture, there’s a lot to appreciate about Greenville. One of the best things about living here is the weather. If you want to live in a place where you can enjoy the seasons and get outdoors, you’ll love …
Popularity can have consequences. Proprietary eponyms are proof of that. As Wiktionary explains, a proprietary eponym is a trademark that is used to refer to an entire generic type of item. If you’ve ever dubbed any old hook-and-loop fastener Velcro or requested a facial tissue by asking …
Not only does fall include two beloved holidays, Halloween and Thanksgiving, but also it has a wonderfully festive atmosphere due to its natural decorations: brightly colored leaves, blossoming mums, pumpkins and other gourds, etc. Would you like to add some autumnal spirit to your living space? As …
In your childhood, there was only one way to read a book: reading through words printed on pages of physical books. Now, although many people still prefer the old-fashioned method of reading, many others choose to read books using e-readers or to listen to them using audiobooks. …
It might be hard to believe, but summer is slowly coming to an end – which means that Labor Day is just around the corner. Labor Day takes place on Monday, September 7th this year, symbolizing the end of summer for many Americans. Read on for some …
Although journaling can be a life-changing habit, many people are intimidated by the idea of regularly writing in a journal. “I wouldn’t know what to write,” they might think. “I don’t have time to write every day.” Or perhaps even, “Why? I’m not a very good writer.” But in fact, anyone can take advantage …
Selecting just the right gift to mark a special occasion is often tricky, but the difficulty level skyrockets when you’re shopping for an older adult who already seems to have everything. It’s a situation that demands ingenuity or access to a thoughtful list of gift ideas for …
If you’re recently retired, you might consider using your newfound free time to give back to your community. Volunteering makes you feel good, but it also presents a variety of cognitive and physical benefits. Overall, adults who volunteer have lower mortality rates and less depression, as well …
Reading has been a beloved hobby for many since the advent of the printing press, when people were first able to produce and distribute printed text on a mass scale. Through the decades, reading has gained popularity amongst all kinds of people. Some readers prefer fantastical stories or …