I have a question for you: have you ever wondered why maple syrup sometimes goes cloudy? Well, that’s what we’re looking at today as we answer the question: Why is my maple syrup cloudy? There are a few reasons that your maple syrup could be cloudy. One reason would be inadequate filtration; another could be …
You’ve probably heard the chirruping of cicadas before; maybe when you were out camping. They’re typically very loud and can damage your hearing. So, here’s a question: Do cicadas get louder before a storm? Yes, they do sing louder before a storm. Cicadas are naturally very loud, producing calls of up to 120 decibels. Typically …
Properly storing meat is crucial if you want to preserve it for later consumption. Most people nowadays have a refrigerator in their kitchens. Unfortunately, technology can, and does, fail occasionally. If your fridge fails, it usually means you lose the contents; this can be a serious problem. With that in mind, how can you store …
All gardens have pests; snails, termites, and worms are a few common ones. With that said, some pests are worse than others. The Hammerhead worm is one of the worse pests that your garden could encounter. Should you kill hammerhead worms? Yes, you definitely should kill them. Dissolve them in salt and/or vinegar and make …
Waxed paper is basically paper that has been made water-resistant through the application of wax. This paper is used in cooking and food storage for the non-stick properties that the wax grants. This is somewhat common knowledge, but there are other ways that waxed paper can be used. Let’s take a look at some clever …
Have you ever wanted to just drop everything, and stop relying on other people and businesses for food, an energy? Living a self-sufficient lifestyle where you don’t need to spend ridiculous amounts of money on groceries, electricity and water every month is a dream that is fast becoming a reality. You grow your own fruits …
