Generally speaking, tropical tortoises such as the leopard tortoise don’t need to hibernate. Hibernating can be risky for very small tortoises, so never try to hibernate a sick or underweight tortoise that has not fed well throughout the summer. Can tortoises survive without hibernation? Far too many owners lose theirRead More →

Here are a few reasons to blanch vegetables: Blanching helps to preserve the flavor, color and texture of fresh produce that’s being frozen. Blanching helps slow the loss of vitamins. Blanching helps cleanse the surface of dirt and some bacteria. Why is it necessary to blanch vegetables before freezing? BlanchingRead More →

Unions sometimes attempt to impose limitations upon the right of a member to resign. Several federal courts have held that the First Amendment protects a public employee’s right to resign union membership at any time. Some states, but not all, also have statutes that guarantee public employees the right toRead More →