February birthstone, amethyst, is associated with Bacchus, the god of wine, yet its name is derived from the Greek word amethystos, meaning “not intoxicated.” This beautiful violet gem has a rich history that spans many ages and cultures. Discover interesting facts, folklore, and famous amethysts from around the world in the following article. Folklore Amethyst was

Is it true that anything that can go wrong will go wrong? Murphy's Law says yes. Was Murphy a real person? We have the answer.

Learn the interesting legends and lore surrounding topaz, November's birthstone.

Seeing fat rabbits and birds this month? What does it mean when leaves hang on the boughs? We dug into the October weather lore archives to find the answers!

Can you predict the weather with persimmon seeds? According to folklore, yes! The Persimmon Lady’s annual winter forecast revealed! Get the 2022-23 forecast here. It’s that time of year again when we check in with Melissa Bunker—a.k.a. “The Persimmon Lady”—of central North Carolina, who sends us her winter predictions based on the persimmon seeds she

There are a lot of weather lore sayings surrounding the month of September. How many of these have you heard?

The green flash has reached mythical status due to its rarity and unpredictability. Learn how and when to see this elusive optical phenomenon and what causes it.

With all the technology we have access to at our fingertips, do we really still need folklore in our everyday lives?

Learn how to grow these prolific blue bloomers, which are rich in symbolism and lore.

Each spring, fields of bluebonnets pop up along Texas roadways and in fields, making for an incredible sight. Learn the legends surrounding this beautiful blue flower, how it became the beloved Texas state flower, and how to grow your own!