Plant Marigolds to Keep Pests Away Back in the ’70s, gardeners discovered that marigolds weren’t just cheerful—they were natural pest deterrents. Planting these bright, happy flowers in your garden can help keep aphids, whiteflies, and even rabbits at bay. The […]

Keep a Place for Everything Our ancestors often had only a few key belongings, but they made sure each one had a designated place. Today, this practice still makes life easier. Assign a home for everything you own, from scissors

Use Vinegar for Almost Everything Vinegar is the unsung hero of the cleaning world. From removing soap scum on shower doors to deodorizing a stinky drain, it’s a game-changer. Just mix equal parts white vinegar and water in a spray

Rosewater for a Fresh, Dewy Glow Rosewater has been a beauty staple for centuries, and there’s a reason it’s still around! It’s gentle, smells divine, and works as a toner to balance and hydrate the skin. Just spritz it on

Let Kids Roam Free Back in the ’60s, it wasn’t unusual to see kids out and about, biking around the neighborhood, or walking to the park solo. Parents trusted kids to find their own adventures and learn a thing or

Start Your Day with Water In many traditional cultures, it’s believed that starting the day with a glass of water (sometimes warm) helps awaken the body and stimulate digestion. Drinking water first thing helps flush out toxins, jump-starts metabolism, and

Kick the Can This one’s a twist on hide-and-seek but with a little more action. Kids start with a tin can in the middle of a yard or open space, while one person, “It,” counts as everyone else hides. The