It’s common to find beverage coasters in homes across America. They’re often decorative and can reflect beautiful artwork or scenery from places all over the world. Interestingly, there was a time when vintage furniture coasters were popular. Although they, too, protected furniture, it’s likely not in the way one might expect. Fortunately, we have access…

Although many individuals love taking cruises as a means to spend their vacations, other people are afraid of them after watching this movie. A cruise may conjure images of you relaxing on a deck chair, dining at one of the various restaurants, or maybe even swimming in the pool. Either that or give one of…

The 19th century was a period of immense cultural and artistic development in the Ottoman Empire. During this time, the Empire’s craftsmen produced remarkable works of art, including intricate metalwork and calligraphy tools. Among the most exquisite artifacts from this era is the Ottoman brass Qalamdan Divit traveling inkwell pen case. The Qalamdan Divit is…

Phoebe Cates was a character in the films Gremlins and Drop Dead Fred. She is best known, however, for the scene in Fast Times at Ridgemont High where she appeared topless. Cates quit her job in Hollywood over 20 years ago to follow her passion. She currently has a 9-to-5 job in this field. Born…

RUN THE DISHWASHER TWICE. When I was at one of my lowest (mental) points in life, I couldn’t get out of bed some days. I had no energy or motivation and was barely getting by. I had therapy once per week, and on this particular week, I didn’t have much to ‘bring’ to the session….

Even though there are still many unanswered questions about Kate Middleton, not the least of which is what led to the “abdominal procedure” that will keep her out of commission until after Easter, there has been an update that should interest everyone who considers themselves to be a royal fan. The Princess of Wales is…

INGREDIENTS 1/4 c. low-sodium soy sauce 2 tbsp. rice wine vinegar 4 tsp. packed brown sugar 1 tbsp. cornstarch 2 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 lb. flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced…

Max Baer Jr. received his start playing Jethro Bodine and the Clampett family on “The Beverly Hillbillies.”. as a legendary figure in American comedy. The catchphrase “five gozinta five one times, five gozinta ten two times,” which became well-known, is something that many spectators can still recall. The stories of the Clampett clan’s outrageous antics…

INGREDIENTS: – ½ cup ancho chile powder – ¼ cup white sugar – ¼ cup brown sugar – ¼ cup salt – 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper – 1 tablespoon ground cumin – 1 teaspoon dry mustard – 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper – ½ teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper – 1 rack baby…

If you live in an old home, or really any home built during the early to mid-1900s, there may be a little shelf built into the wall in your kitchen or hallway. You may have thought nothing of this, or you may have wondered what this was put there for. And yes – it was…