“Thinking out of the box” can apply to so many things, including the humble little cardboard box. There are many ways to reuse and to recycle cardboard boxes; storing stuff in them is just one of their many uses (More tips on how to get rid of cardboard boxes). Big storage boxes, like [...]

Pancakes are a favorite breakfast food the world over. Smothered in maple syrup (Learn how to make maple syrup) and topped with a pat of butter, a stack of pancakes is a breakfast fit for champions. Yet even the most appetizing of pancake recipes and the hungriest of stomachs will grow a bit [...]

For many people, a kaleidoscope is a charming reminder of grade school science classes, where science was fun and simple. Kaleidoscopes make you see the world in a whole new different light, using principles from physics and optics to make you see funky, psychedelic, radical images that will confuse, amaze, and surprise you.
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In 1814, after witnessing the destruction of Fort McHenry, a prisoner and poet named Francis Scott Key wrote the words that defined an entire nation: “And the Star-Spangled Banner, in triumph shall wave; o’er the Land of the Free, and the Home of the Brave.” Today, no symbol evokes more patriotic emotions and a [...]

“Justice with an attitude;” in the televised courtroom and chambers of Judge Judith Sheindlin, that’s exactly the kind of justice you can expect, and that’s the justice you are going to get. While it’s true that Judge Judy tries small-claims cases as an arbitrator, her fast and sassy way of dispensing with justice is [...]

When caught in a pinch, Popeye the Sailor opened up a can of spinach, and then starts to beat up the evil Bluto with his hammer-like fists. Even if Bluto is far bigger and more powerful than Popeye, he’s strong to the finish because he eats his spinach. While Popeye is beloved by [...]

Themed cakes look awfully nice, but at some point, you ‘ll get tired of the sweetness and the icing. Instead of of focusing on the edible part, which you can get from other dessert items, just up the ante of the cake’s appearance. You can use unconventional items to give the fixture a [...]

Giving flowers to a lover may be a tried and tested formula for affection, but surely giving something original is a bit more effective. You don’t really need to stray away from the thought of handing out blooms. Just present them in a different way and your lover will probably swoon. Try [...]

Little kids enjoy the simple things in life. The mere sight of animals excites them while watching a group of puppets perform on stage is their definition of the Oscar Best Picture. Now if you combine those two activities, you’ll get a simple toy loved by all kids - the sock monkey. [...]

The cookbook, considered as the cooking bible, is a cook’s ultimate instrument for preparing tasty cuisines. It maps out the ingredients and instructions on how to create a particular dish. Moms and chefs have a comprehensive collection of cookbooks, so they can create a wide array of cuisines coming from different parts of [...]