January SKI Tips, 2024

Ellis Island in New York City opened on January 1, 1892.

“Happy New Year” in Spain and parts of Latin America means eating 12 grapes, one at each stroke of the clock, to symbolize success for each month of the coming year.

Human teeth are the only part of the body that can't heal themselves.

There are more bacterial cells in your body than human cells. The average human is around 56 per cent bacteria.
Most ginger cats are male because the ginger gene is found on the X chromosome, meaning female cats would require two copies of the gene to become ginger while males only need one.

Cut back ornamental grasses. Clip back the old foliage before new growth begins cutting back to within a few inches of the ground.

Plant amaryllis bulbs in pots now for spectacular indoor flowers in early spring.

Suddenly struck with a painful leg cramp in the middle of the night or while exercising? Try drinking 2-3 oz of pickle juice. It can help alleviate muscle cramps and Charley horses.

If you seal an envelope and then realize you forgot to include something inside, place your sealed envelope in the freezer for an hour or two. It should unseal easily.
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Magnesium regulates muscle and nerve function, blood sugar levels and blood pressure. It’s also necessary for making protein, bone, and DNA. Every cell in our body contains magnesium—and needs it to function.