What’re some practical bits of wisdom you’ve picked up over the years?

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During the holidays, when you buy those large boxes/bags of citrus fruit, take the peels and toss them into a pot of water on the stove. Add some cloves and set to boil. It fills the entire house with a lovely spicy smell. I keep the pot of water at the ready and just drop the orange peels into it.

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