The Meaning Behind “Barn Stars”

Have you ever driven past an old farmhouse or barn and noticed a large five-pointed star mounted above the door or tucked into the gable? They look charming, a bit weathered, and full of old-country character. You see them all over rural areas, especially in the eastern United States. At first glance, they might seem … Read more

Bet You Don’t Know Its Name

A parent recently came across a small silver metal object — tiny, two-pronged, and completely out of place. At first glance, it looked like something related to a bicycle or a tech gadget. But after a closer look, the mystery was solved: it turned out to be the lead holder from a geometry compass — … Read more