What Are Northern Lights?

Northern lights in the sky

You don’t need a plane ticket to Iceland to see the aurora. In Minnesota, you just need to look up. The Northern Lights are appearing more than ever in Minnesota—and the science behind them is just as stunning as the view.   I’ve personally witnessed the Northern Lights almost four times this past year! Just…

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The Chemistry of Candlelight

Image of white pillar candles glowing while lit, dried leaves can be seen next to them

As the days grow shorter and the nights stretch long, there’s something irresistibly comforting about candlelight. Although candles were created nearly 5000 years ago, they have continued to serve a purpose for us. Whether flickering on a dinner table, lining a cozy living room, or glowing softly in a bedroom, candles seem to pull us…

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