Alcoholism is a chronic disease that makes a person's body dependent upon alcohol. The person may be obsessed with alcohol and unable to control how much they consume, even though they know that their drinking is causing serious health,...

House sparrows and European starlings aren't the only species that will harm birds nesting in your nestboxes. The house wren (Troglodytes aedon) can be a very aggressive bird when it comes to nest site competition, and will remove or peck...

A primitive form of star weaving, reminiscent of a dreamcatcher, Ojo de Dios, or God's Eyes are still woven today by the Huichol Indians of Mexico. The idea is to use bright colors to serve as an eye to watch over others (especially...

Available fresh from many roadside stalls in Mexico, pico de gallo is a great salsa that makes a delicious appetizer or starter. This salsa goes well with tortilla chips or will add a piquant flavor when included in a burrito. It can be...

Storing canned food in your kitchen cabinets is an inefficient use of space and you will often find old cans in the back. This easy-to-build shelf system will solve the problem by rotating the cans. The cost is a small fraction of the...