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Landscaping has often been likened to the painting of a picture. Your art-work teacher has doubtless told you that a good picture should have a point of chief interest, and the rest of the points simply go to make more beautiful the central idea, or to form a fine setting for it. So in landscaping … Read more
There are many rug buying mistakes that most people make at one time or another. But you can avoid these mistakes if you’re willing to take your time. Nothing is wrong with having a naked floor for a short time, while you do your research and search for just the right rug for your needs. … Read more
Bullying is something that is unfortunately happening far too often in our society. Gone are the days where there were a few bullies per school who picked on kids but were kept in place by teachers and societal norms. The innovation of modern technology, although it has benefits, has brought along with it some very … Read more
Like most people, you likely have a medicine cabinet full of things to help you get over bug bites, headaches, and other issues. But did you know that you can also replace almost everything with natural remedies from essential oils? These are the most important ones to put in your medicine cabinet. However, if you … Read more
Every party needs decorations, but some are greener than others. Here are a few ideas to help make your child’s party special. Biodegradable Latex Balloons Rubber balloons can last in landfill for decades, but biodegradable balloons will break down. Paper “Balloons” Cut balloon shapes out of various colors of construction paper and create a wall … Read more
There are many ways that you can reduce your energy bills at home. Installing an energy-efficient roof can be one of the best methods. The good thing about replacing your roof is that you will need to do it sooner or later anyway, since no roof lasts forever. If you are getting to the point … Read more
No matter what age your home is, it’s always a good idea to pay attention to draught-proofing in the winter to cut down on your home heating bills. While it is true that most homes in the US have central heating as compared with Europe, we can learn a lot from our very frugal overseas … Read more
Everyone loves to say that the grandparents’ job is to spoil their grandchildren. But, what if you really are spoiling them in a way that will harm them, without meaning to? Stories have been coming out lately stressing that grandparents can be responsible for making their grandkids more susceptible to cancer because of junk food … Read more
As a grandparent, one of your most important jobs is to ensure that you bond with and stay close to your grandchildren. Today, that’s possible even at a distance if you use technology to your advantage. These tips will help. * Listen More Talk Less – You know the saying, “God gave you two ears … Read more
One of the best ways to indulge your kids is to teach them the value of money. That can happen simply by helping them invest in their future through different investment opportunities. Ensure that you explain these things to your kids and your grandkids as they get older, so that they know how to grow … Read more