Want to be a little more eco-friendly or “green” in your home? It’s really not that hard to replace some of the harsh, noxious-smelling chemicals you use with more natural alternatives. Substances such as vinegar, essential oils, and baking soda can be just as effective as their more costly counterparts, but won’t be as harsh [...]
Mother’s Day is nearly here and many of us will no doubt be thinking of ways to show our mothers and special ladies in our lives how much we love and appreciate them. Each mother has different tastes and no doubt children sometimes find it hard to come up with something that is appropriate and [...]
7 Really Simple Tips to Protect Yourself Online If you haven’t been asked by someone if you’re “on Facebook,” then you must be living under a rock. The pressure is on in all age groups to join the most popular social media website in the world, now reporting upwards of 845 million users at the [...]
Ever wonder what would happen if you were suddenly without your home due to fire or other disaster? In addition to the loss of most or all of your earthly possessions in a matter of minutes, you would be in immediate need of the most basic of necessities. That where the Red Cross comes into [...]
Doctor, Doctor… Why is it that we always remember that very important question we meant to ask our doctor right after we leave their office? It has happened to me several times even though I tried to memorize my questions before the visit. Somehow, when the doctor walks in, my brain goes into neutral and [...]
New Year’s Resolutions in February ? At the time of this writing, it is almost Valentine’s Day, a full month and a half after New Year’s Eve, when we may have celebrated too much (or not at all) and probably made some promises to ourselves about how we would improve our lives in the new [...]
This article is written as a tribute to Brewster, my niece’s 17-year-old Yorkie. Brewster passed into eternal rest on January 6, 2012, after having lived a long and happy life with his loving family. Many heartfelt condolences are being sent to Brewster’s family. Pet owners all know the deep emotional connection between humans and their pets. Pets touch the heart and soul forever. So, little Brewster, thank you for your love and may you rest in eternal peace.
Planning a vacation soon? Thinking of renting a car instead of driving your own? Or maybe you are having some repair work done on your vehicle and need to rent a vehicle to get to your daily appointments or work. While renting a vehicle can be a convenient choice, it does not come without some [...]
Thinking of making that next vehicle purchase? While many people purchase a new car, many others will purchase a used car that has depreciated by a few years. Purchasing a used car is a bit like gambling. When you purchase a vehicle, you are gambling that the unit is generally free from expensive hidden defects [...]
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