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Time to Prepare the Oil Lamps for the Winter

The days grow noticeably shorter, telling me it’s time to prepare the oil lamps for the winter. Ironically, and to my personal disappointment, we don’t use oil lamps nearly as much on the homestead as I’d like to. It just … Continue reading

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Oil Lamps as Alternative Lighting in the Home

Oil lamps provide low level, alternative light to a home, while lending an elegant and pleasant ambiance. Properly fueled and maintained, they may help save on electrical bills, and stand ready to provide illumination during power outages. Our family has … Continue reading

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