Be silent in that solitude, Which is not loneliness—for then The spirits of the dead, who stood In life before thee, are again In death around thee, and their will Shall overshadow thee; be still.
Rob Schneider (actor) was born on this day in 1963. River Phoenix (actor) died on this day in 1993.
Question of the Day Where did we get the practice of shaking hands? Answer
Happy Halloween!
Halloween 2018 Halloween always falls on the 31st of October. What is Halloween really about? How did it get started? Here’s a brief history—plus, some fun Halloween crafts and recipes!
Deer-Resistant Plants Oh, dear! Do you have problems with deer eating your garden plants? See our list of deer-resistant plants, flowers, and shrubs to keep the hungry herds away from your garden!
The Man Who Cried for Everyone The following is an account of a strange occurrence at Peoria State Hospital in Bartonville, Illinois, by the late George Zeller, superintendent of the asylum at the time (1910).