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Planning a party is never an easy task. You have to figure out a guest list, prepare food, get a cake (if the occasion warrants one), and more. It’s a lot to do, and you probably already have a pretty full schedule as it is. Fortunately, you can make party favors and the fun side…
Getting engaged can be an exciting time, especially if you’ve chosen just the right ring to make her say yes! From diamonds to colored stones to custom rings, the options are truly endless. When it comes to choosing an engagement ring, you’ll need to take into consideration her tastes, your budget, and, of course, the…
There was a time when fast food for children was just limited to hamburgers, French fries or nuggets. Such food was nothing more than the absolute reason for obesity among children. But the good news is, most of the popular fast food chains have taken great strides to provide healthier options for kids meals. Today’s…
The kids have been back at school for awhile now, but you’re finding the weekend is filled with mostly TV, video games, and the web. When they’re bored, restless children can be a lot to handle after a long week of work. Finding a variety of weekend activities that will keep them occupied, doing active…
We are all familiar with the devastating effects of heavy alcohol abuse on the body – including development of addiction, shrinking capacity of the brain, poor sleep, and so on. It also leads to deteriorating mental health, especially as you grow older. However, there is one effect that seems to be lost in translation –…
Nobody wants to be unhappy with the way they look. Whether you want to shed unwanted pounds for that upcoming vacation to the beach or just for a healthier lifestyle, there are many diets out there that can help you achieve your goal of a slimmer, trimmer look. Unfortunately, many of those diets are quick-fixes…
If you are starting to think about homeschool curriculum, but don’t know where to begin, don’t worry you aren’t alone. First, think about what your budget looks like and consider financial planning for child education. If you want to undertake the task of homeschooling on your own, it can be overwhelming but so rewarding! I’ve been homeschooling…
This post was sponsored by Basic Invite and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Is it that time already?! If your child is about to graduate from high school, you have a lot to prepare for! From college applications, tours, graduation pictures, buying a cap and gown, not to mention the expense of…
Living with type 2 diabetes is difficult not because of its severity, but in the need for constant vigilance. Those who are recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes often struggle to align with the newfound requirements of their illness—which can result in some disastrous consequences. Fortunately, there are many ways to combat the pervasive disease—as…
Did you know that your glasses, whether they are reading glasses, computer glasses, or sunglasses, can also be used to reinforce your style? According to an American Men’s magazine, people recognize you by your face, and the moment you start wearing glasses, those glasses will play a critical role in their opinions about you. Whether…
When organizing the rooms of a house, it is important to allocate enough space for all the appliances of each space so that you don’t feel constricted when it’s all said and done. What this means is that a lot of people make the mistake of resorting to a smaller kitchen space for example so…
When it comes to finding a new fitness class, you won’t be limited by the number of options available to you. However, you may feel slightly intimidated by all of the different choices on offer, especially if you’re new to the fitness class world. From energetic dance classes to ones that focus on your core…
A new roof can not only add protection to your home, it can also give it a fresh new look that is sure to make your neighbors comment on it. There are a lot of options out there, however, and you should think about what you want and need before buying a new roof. The…
When it comes to choosing railings for your home, there are almost innumerable choices. It may not always, however, be obvious which options are better suited for each situation. Because the benefits of each type may not be immediately apparent, it can be challenging to know which kind to choose. Let’s look at the benefits…
If you’re stuck in a rut today, there’s always tomorrow. However, that’s annoying to hear and hard to accept when you’re feeling lousy at present. Yet, a number of activities and shifts in perspective help those down in the dumps get as high as the sky. We create our own realities – well, at least…
As the science of sleep gains more and more traction in the research communities, the non-scientists among us are also taking notice. Sleep is an integral part of our physical and mental health, yet almost half of American adults say that they aren’t getting enough of it. Could the answer be as simple as the…