There’s no arguing about the breathtaking beauty of cherry blossom trees. I can only think of a few sights surpassing the scenic appeal of their flowers in full bloom. You may have a vague idea of how cheery blossoms and cherry trees are related. But if you’re reading this post, you’re likely thinking of a…
So I finally got tired of moving my 28″ adventure ready Blackstone Griddle back and forth from my deck to my camper in which I picked up this brand new 36″ Blackstone. In doing so, I figured I’d create a how to season a brand new Blackstone Griddle for the first time post. So here…
Do you know that frog croak you hear at night? It starts off low, and you probably get a laugh out of it and maybe try to get a good look at that tiny creature. Before long, the croaks start to multiply, and before you know it, your garden is full of these pesky frogs! …
Pigeons, sparrows, crows, and many other birds love to sit down on your porch and just rest. If you have spent a considerable amount of money on building your porch, the last thing that you would want is to go out one fine morning and see it covered with bird droppings. These smelly droppings will…
Though most armadillos live in either Central or South America, there is one species that is most commonly seen in the United States. The nine-banded armadillo is the type we are most familiar with in the United States, living primarily in the southern United States. This makes sense given that armadillos typically live in warm…
In 1939, a fishy undergraduate bet at Harvard led to the first recorded “goldfish swallowing.” Goldfish obviously aren’t usually dinner, but the prank caught on, leading to a nationwide college campus craze of goldfish gulping as a popular thing to dare unsuspecting underclassmen to do. Maybe you’re wondering how on Earth someone could ever want…
A muddy yard easily tops the list of the most frustrating sights. I had that problem with my backyard a couple of years ago. After a rainy week, my yard turned into a mud pit. It was impossible to walk around without getting my shoes and clothes dirty. But the worst part was that my…
Some people love having lizards in their backyard because they help get rid of insects. Others don’t like how they disturb the ecosystem of their yard. Regardless of whether you think they’re beneficial or not, you’ll probably see lizards in your backyard more often than you’d like. What’s so tempting about backyards? It’s the food,…
Ribs can be a difficult food to master because they aren’t an everyday food. Normally, people grill or smoke ribs on special holidays such as Memorial Day, Independence Day, or Labor Day. Most people look forward to this delicious meal and it can lead to disappointment if they don’t turn out ready to melt in…