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The Washcloth
Traditional washcloths are being replaced by scrubbers, gloves, loofahs for better hygiene and giving washcloths a bad name. Why?
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The Destruction of Bells in Our Past
Bells were destroyed in the past mainly due to wars, economic hardships, and religious changes, often repurposed for metal or lost in conflicts and disasters. But some believe it was because of something much more.
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What's the Deal with New Year's Eve & New Year's Day?
New Year's Eve and New Year's Day mark the end of one year and the start of another, symbolizing reflection, celebration, and renewal. These holidays are celebrated worldwide and with diverse customs and traditions, emphasizing themes of hope, renewal, and the passage of time.
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Chernobyl's "Radiation Hounds"
Chernobyl's "radiation hounds" have adapted to survive in the exclusion zone, showing unique genetic changes 40 years after the nuclear disaster.
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Ufos and Christmas
UFOs and Christmas might seem like an odd pairing, but they do share some interesting commonalities. Read this interesting Hub and find out what they are.
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The True Meaning Behind the Holiday Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a cherished holiday that's primarily celebrated in the United States & Canada. It's rooted in historical traditions & culture. But what can we learn from its history, customs, and the values Thanksgiving promotes? Come on...it's not all bad.
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Is Halloween meant for the Devil?
Halloween, often mistaken as satanic, is actually rooted in Christian tradition. Known as "All Hallows' Eve," it precedes All Saints' Day on November 1st. Originally a time to honor saints and martyrs, Halloween's customs evolved from ancient Celtic festivals incorporated into Christian practices.
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Are Swings Relevant Anymore?
Are swings still relevant in today's digital age? Although they offer physical exercise and motor skill development, it also helps social interaction. This is why balancing screen time with outdoor play is important for parents, guardians and caregivers.
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What's the Deal with Father's Day?
On June 16, 2024, we celebrate Father's Day.
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What's the Deal with Memorial Day?
Memorial Day is an honorable holiday. It is a day dedicated to honoring & remembering the men & women who have died while serving in the United States military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it began after the Civil War to commemorate the fallen soldiers of the Union and Confederate.
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Keeping Your Cool Around the Holiday Season
There is a very simple method that if practiced correctly can help you manage your mental health. Especially around the holidays.
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Apache Meat aka Carne Apache
Apache Meat, or otherwise known as Carne Apache, is a Mexican cuisine for an acquired taste. However, a brave stomach would sometimes also be neccessary.
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Who was the Real St. Patrick?
What is St. Patrick all about? First of all, 'Patrick' is not his REAL name. Read on to find out more amazing useless information. Happy St. Patrick's Day! #HoBoTrails
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The Irish Shillelagh
Cudgel fencing in Ireland was during the 19th century, when fights between rival factions, clans or families were a common occurrence and traditional shillelaghs came in all shapes and sizes.
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The Story Behind Corned Beef & Cabbage (Plus Original Recipe)
Why is corned beef and cabbage a popular dish for St. Patrick's Day?
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New at Substitute Teaching
If you're new at substitute teaching and spent zero time in a college then this article is for you. First of all, don't sweat it. They're children. You're the adult. Knowing this and keeping it known in the class is half the battle. Read the rest to know the other half and... good luck.
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Poor Man's Tomato Bread: Quick and Satisfying Snack
Make do with what you got! With a couple of hot dog buns, a small tomato, garlic butter, and some shredded cheese, you can create an awesome snack in minutes!
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Grilling Out Secret: Frozen to Fully Cooked
Can you add more charcoal before the old charcoal burns out completely and continue to grill? Learn the secret to grilling out from frozen to fully cooked.
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Uber Driving: 103: Common Sense & the Uber Map
Using common sense whether you're an Uber driver or passenger can be the difference between an enjoyable experience or a four-door nightmare on four wheels.
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Palm Reading 101: Basics
Here's a simple and easy way to understand and perform a basic palm reading session. You'll basically understand the concept of palm reading and learn how to exercise this practice correctly, respectfully, and most of all -- confidentially.
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Marijuana Cryptocurrency
The cryptocurrency market is as risky as it comes, but add a federally illegal substance into it such as marijuana and you go way beyond risky.
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Uber Driving 102: Using the Uber App
A driver using the Uber app for the first time could find it quite intimidating. So here are a few tips on how to use the Uber app correctly. There's nothing to worry about once you know what you're doing.
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Attention Christians:
Do you think God approves of the Christian holiday Thanksgiving? If gluttony is a sin, why do Christians feast on this traditional/annual holiday widely known as Thanksgiving?
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Uber 101: The Uber Driver Experience in the Chicago Area
If you've been thinking about giving Uber a try and you're in the Chicago, Illinois area, give this article a quick read and see what I have to say about it.
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The Mysterious Disappearance of Ambrose Bierce
One of the most mysterious writers of all-time Ambrose Gwinnett Bierce. A soldier of the Union during the Civil War, Bierce became a famous American short story writer & journalist. Being a Civil War veteran may be one of the reasons why most of his best stories involve Union/Confederate soldiers.
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Stuffed Red Pepper Casserole
Straight from my garden to the dinner table. An awesome tasting recipe that'll put your garden grown tomatoes and red peppers to good use. An easy recipe to follow and universal enough to add your own special touch.
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31 Phobias: #17 the Fear of Being Touched
The fear of being touched is a common "specific" phobia and is known by a few names such as haphephobia, haptephobia, haptophobia, hypnophobia & thixophobia. This phobia can be brought on by sexual/physical abuse usually when the sufferer is in their adolescent/teen years and possibly even younger.
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The Undeniable Truth & Origins of the Buffalo Wing
It's considered one of the MOST asked for item at a sports bar. The only other single item asked more often than the Buffalo Wing is... beer, of course. Plus, an easy-to-follow recipe for Buffalo Wing Sauce.
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PotCoin: The Green Cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency, sometimes referred as digital assets or just simply called crypto, is the newest form of currency that is readily available to the entire world. As the era of instant information is no longer surprising, the era of instant value comes to light giving people an instant payment option.
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Has Gender Dysphoria Run Amok?
Gender dysphoria is a real thing. This physical and social impairment has taken its course through social media. It's come to a point where anybody with any common sense of biology and/or the First Amendment of the United States speaks out against the subject, they're instantly labeled a homophobic.
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31 Phobias: #18 the Fear of Information
Epistemophobia is the irrational fear of knowledge and/or information. This strange and irrational fear causes a person to fear "knowing too much". Some believe this phobia to be morbid, quit absurd and a possible cause to those who suffer from TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME.
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Where Nightmares Dwell
As odd as it may seem, some researchers consider having nightmares as beneficial. That is according to a Harvard University psychologist who says "Nightmares are helpful to our survival or else they probably would have been done away with by evolution".
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31 Phobias: #16 the Fear of Mirrors
An irrational fear of mirrors is known as Eisoptrophobia or Catoptrophobia. It is alarming to know how many people are affected by this. Not just afraid of the actual mirror itself, but the images (reflections) that it produces. It's surprisingly higher in our youth than expected.
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The Oldest (Most Original) Lasagna Recipe
Liber de Coquina (aka The Book of Cookery) is a 14th-century cookbook where the first recipe to lasagna is believed to have been recorded. It is the easiest recipe to follow on the Internet. Read on to learn more.
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HAARP Suspected in US Natural Disasters
It is widely known and no secret that HAARP can and has manipulated the weather all over the world. However, scientists are starting to believe that HAARP may be the cause of recent natural disasters.
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Captain Santa & the Christmas Tree Ship
A tragic, true story of Captain Herman Schuenemann and the ship Rouse Simmons (aka Captain Santa & The Christmas Tree Ship).
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31 Phobias: #15 the Fear of Gifts
With Christmas, birthdays, Valentines's Day, etc. and other annual events that usually involves "gifts", people who suffer from Doronophobia dread these gatherings for fear of "getting gifts". Honest!
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How to Replace a Deadbolt Lock
It's easier than you think when it comes to replacing a deadbolt lock. Make sure you have the instructions and the proper tools before beginning this simple, home improvement safety project. It's worth protecting your family.
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The Dandelion
The dandelion. It's a weed...? Or is it? It wasn't always considered a weed; the most dreaded lawn destroyers of all time. It was once praised and considered a useful flower...what the hell happened?
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Way Too Close for Comfort
Things got out of hand, could have gotten WAY out of hand. Talk about a well taught lesson...? You better believe it! I will never try to pull a prank like this again. Ever! And neither should you.
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Homemade Banana Gum
The myth that chewing 'homemade banana gum' will give psychedelic effects similar to LSD hallucinations, has been in question since its discovery in the early 1990's.
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31 Phobias: #13 the Fear of the Number Thirteen
My 13th edition to my "31 Phobias" collection. Triskaidekaphobia is the fear of the number thirteen. It's often confused with Friggatriskaidekaphobia which is the fear of "Friday the Thirteenth".
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31 Phobias: #12 the Fear of Satan
Satanophobia is the fear of Satan, while Hexakosioihexekontahexaphobia is the fear of the number "666", which represents the "mark of the beast". The fear of demons is called Daemonophobia. This is not a particularity a popular subject but an honest subject just the same. Educational purposes only.
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31 Phobias: #11 the Fear of Food (Leftovers)
This is my eleventh edition to my "31 Phobias Collection". Cibophobia is the fear of food and often mistaken as anorexia (a dangerous disorder). Cibophobia, a very rare phobia, is hard to recognize.
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31 Phobias: #10 the Fear of Automobiles
This is my tenth edition to my "31 Phobias Collection", the fear of the automobile. Motorphobia is the fear of automobiles. It's a rare phobia and a troublesome one at that.
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31 Phobias: #9 the Fear of Electricity
My ninth edition to my "31 Phobias Collection" is the fear of electricity. Electrophobia is a condition what medical doctors consider a person has who is deathly afraid of electricity.
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31 Phobias: #8 the Fear of Small Animals
My eighth edition to my "31 Phobias Collection" is Microzoophobia, the fear of small animals. It is among the most common phobias in the Western hemisphere. Cats, dogs, snakes and even rabbits.
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31 Phobias: #7 the Fear of Water/Drowning
My seventh edition to my "31 Phobias Collection" is Aquaphobia. Aquaphobia is generally known for as a fear of water, but drowning falls generally in the same category and considered the same phobia.
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31 Phobias: #3 the Fear of Being Abducted
My third edition to my "31 Phobias Collection" is the fear of being abducted. Allphobia is the fear of being abducted. Whether by assailants or outer space aliens, abduction is far too real.
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31 Phobias: #2 the Fear of Being Watched
The second edition to my "31 Phobias Collection" is the fear of being watched. Scopophobia is the fear of being seen; the fear of drawing attention to oneself. It's an odd phobia but not that uncommon
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31 Phobias: #1 the Fear of the Boogeyman
My first edition to my "31 Phobias" collection is the fear of "the boogeyman". Those who are terribly afraid and extremely fearful of the bogeyman is considered to have a phobia known as Bogeyphobia.
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31 Phobias: #6 Fear of Terrorism
My sixth edition to my "31 Phobias Collection" is Terrorphobia. This phobia is rather new to the list of other phobias. Ever since 9/11, Terrorphobia has been on the rise - thanks to the government.
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The Infamous Tequila Worm
Many wonder why there is a worm in some tequila bottles and what purpose does it serve. This Hub will explain in detail on why there is a worm in some tequila bottles. *Poll participation appreciated*
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What's the Deal With St. Valentines Day?
St. Valentine's Day is an old holiday, however, its intentions had NOTHING to do with romance and love. It wasn't until the 1300's that authors and poets associated love & romance with St. Valentine's Day. Find out why and which saint MOST consider St. Valentine's Day was created for and his...
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What's the Deal With Black Friday?
Black Friday is NOT a national holiday, but retailers throughout the United States give consumers tremendous discounts on TOP brand products. But how did Black Friday come to be? Who started it and why?
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What's the Deal with Christmas?
What's the deal with Christmas anyway? Was there ever a REAL Santa Claus (St. Nick)? What does Jesus Christ have to do with Christmas being celebrated on December 25th? Find this out and more!
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How to Become the Perfect Getaway Driver
A former getaway driver shares a few tips on how to make a quick and safe getaway.
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Gertrude "Ma" Rainey Biography
A surprisingly interesting Hub on of the earliest known Blues singer, Gertrude "Ma" Rainey. An unbelievable woman with an even more unbelievable voice. She's a true gift from God.
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What's Under Your Stove?
When was the last time you cleaned under your stove? It's been a while...me too. Well, today was the day for me to tackle that unfavorable chore. I found that it was just as disgusting as it was interesting. It didn't take long, it was just a hassel pulling out the stove. You just got to be...
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What's the Deal with Thanksgiving?
Ever wonder if it really was the pilgrims that had the first Thanksgiving Day feast with the Native Americans? Why is the turkey the popular cuisine when it comes to a Thanksgiving dinner? Thanksgiving just doesn't get the respect it deserves.
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The (Oldest) Most Original Tomato Soup Recipe
Tomato soup was a common item found on the household menu when I was a child. However, since then, I have come across the (oldest) most original tomato soup recipe on the Internet. After careful research & comparisons of other tomato soup recipes, this tomato recipe that I have posted on...
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The Original Caesar Dressing Recipe
This is the original Caesar dressing recipe. Learn who came up with this marvelous concoction, where it was discovered, and why it was so important to create.
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What's the Deal with Labor Day?
People usually mark LABOR DAY as the last day of summer. But very few know the true meaning behind the national holiday LABOR DAY.
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Stuffed Cabbage From the Old Country
Stuffed cabbage is one of my favorite meals. A full serving of stuffed cabbage with a side of mashed potatoes and I'm good. I love everybody's stuffed cabbage, but I really LOVED my grandma's secret chicken stuffed cabbage and a perfect side dish like Chicken Mashed Potatoes - and so will you.
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A Totally Vintage Meatloaf Recipe
When I discovered a scribbled-on scrap of paper in an antique dresser's drawer, little did I know I had found my ticket to a truly awe-inspiring meatloaf.
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Secret Bbq Sauce Recipe for Beer Boiled Chicken Wings
- This is the perfect sauce that was intended for use with Beer Boiled Chicken Wings. The chicken water came from the outstanding recipe "Chicken Mashed Potatoes".
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TryJimmy's Beer Boiled Chicken Wings
This is a recipe for Beer Boiled Chicken Wings that was discovered by my friends and I in my father's garage. These Beer Boiled Chicken Wings are great plain, but even better with a Secret BBQ Sauce!