Spring Has Sprung…

Now Where Did I Put My Gardening Gloves? Ah Spring! That time of year when all of the amateur gardeners, weekend warriors and otherwise outdoorsy fix it types venture outside to conquer the great outdoors. “Roll out the lawn furniture Ethel; we’re going to have a barbecue!” Except… Where, exactly did we put the lawn furniture, gloves, […]

Are You Dreaming of a White Christmas?

In 1878, John Wanamaker of Philadelphia department store fame decreed January to be the time for a white sale. Bed linens, which were then available in white only, were sold at a discount. It is believed he might have done so to keep linen makers in business during a slow time of year.