So we just lived through a worldwide pandemic with Covid, and the virus is still around, even if not as bad, thanks to vaccines and boosters. But in the Middle Ages, people had no concept of germs. They certainly couldn’t be seen, but the effects of these invisible critters surely made an impact on the […]
Cue the lifeguard, with a generous coating of white zinc cream coating the nose, to protect from sunburn. This is not what we are looking at here, but it is the most common use of zinc oxide cream. In fact, many skin experts believe that this cream, albeit not as attractive, is superior to today’s […]
When flu season approaches, the very real threat of the Ebola virus looms (if we’re not careful). This might be a good time to revisit the very basic, disease-preventing habit of hand washing. I impressed this upon my kids when they were very young. As soon as we came home from, well, anywhere, but especially […]
The use of vitamins and supplements has been very controversial of late. Some users tend to go overboard, but there are some vitamins and supplements that can be very beneficial, and relatively safe, if one does not abuse them. Vitamins can be helpful as extra insurance in case one does not get all their needed […]
Strength training exercises are often used in physical therapy; mild ones, anyway. A back injury, carrying too much weight on the body, and other issues led me to almost losing my mobility. Strength training exercise helps me to this day, but I had medical help getting started. But first I had to hit bottom. It […]
One of the best motivators can be a health scare. As in, ‘I had better get myself in shape before it’s too late.’ I know, we’re all busy and focused on other things. One of the most overlooked aspects of life concerns our health. Millions of Americans make New Year’s resolutions that they don’t keep. […]
Above all, see your doctor and find out what is best for YOU! Here are some thoughts to consider. There seems to be a huge gap between what women think their ideal body weight is as apposed to what the number is according to a doctor. Men do it too, but on a much smaller […]
The only healthy way to lose weight is to consume fewer calories than you burn. That means eat healthy and MOVE. This is not medical advice; WE ALREADY KNOW THIS. But here are some thoughts on the subject. Personally, I lost 54 pounds using Noom. It helped me see just how many calories I was […]
There are many times when dangerous molds can build up in your home. These molds can cause sickness, and sometimes, even death. Molds tend to grow where water has been sitting for a period of time, and they thrive in humid and secluded areas. If you have recently experienced a flood, or perhaps had a […]
When you have roof moss covering your roof and making it look unattractive, one consolation is that at least you know what it is. Moss is usually quite easy to identify. Mold on the other hand, can be difficult for anyone with an untrained eye to identify properly. Mold tends to look like broad black […]
There are different types of black molds, and they can be easily categorized into two: one is the non-toxic kind, and the second one, is highly toxic. Non-toxic black mold lives in non-cellulose materials such as ceramic tiles, aluminum sinks, plastics and glass. However, toxic black mold is that black build-up on materials with cellulose […]
So many gardeners, even experienced ones, often bemoan the fact that their apartment or home has no expanses of sunny soils in which to plant their sun-loving favorites. Many also regard a shady garden as a difficult prospect, believing that hardly a plant worth viewing does well in the shade. This is a myth we […]
Thanksgiving is the time of the year when most of the turkeys we eat are consumed. It has been a traditional food for as long as any of us can remember, though some try new things once in a while. The turkey that we eat has long been something that has been cooked in the […]
When I got married, my cousin gave me a set of kitchen knives as a gift. He joked that we should be sure to use them for cooking, and not on each other. We had a good laugh over that, but we soon found that these knives were very nice, and perhaps they could be […]
The day that the Portland farmers market opens is always one of the most important times in spring for me. It is tough to go all winter without having the delicious, fresh, locally grown produce that you can only find at a local farmer’s market. I used to think that this was a bunch of […]
Almost every cuisine has a name for a collection of appetizers. The French call them hors d’oeuvre and canapes. Americans generally refer to this as an appetizer tray, while the Spanish refer to tapas and Middle eastern diners call the collective dish mezzo. Italians have antipasto platters. Whatever you call it, the idea is the […]
The recent wild swings on stock markets around the world may well turn you to thinking of other ways to make money. If you’re already invested in the market, you have hopefully come out OK on the bottom line. If you’re thinking about getting in to take advantage of lower share prices, you’d do well […]
Advance payday loans can be a life saver if you are really broke and need some money before payday, but be warned because their rates can be outrageous. They can sometimes charge up to 15% of what they loan to you to finance your advance cash loans, or even more. The people who use these […]
One of the biggest problems people have with money is not knowing what to do with it. Though you may think that not having enough to pay the bills is something that happens when you simply do not make enough money, you should know that this is usually only half of the story. There are […]
I love to visit my local bank. It is a small, friendly establishment that has been our family’s bank for generations. Many of the people who work there have known me since I was a child. I enjoy the individual attention that only a small bank can provide. However, I also like the idea of […]
Students who can’t afford to pay for a college education end up borrowing money in the form of student loans. The average student borrows tens of thousands of dollars during the course of their education. Many students think they will get a job right after they graduate and be able to start paying off their […]
Students who are trying to go to college have to face hard decisions. In order to keep the cost of your college education under control you must choose the type of school which is affordable for you or your family. If you want the best student loans for college then the first thing that you […]
The average college student’s schedule is hectic with tests, work, a social life and studying time that thinking of their student loans is the least of their worries. However, six months after graduation it will be time to start paying back those loans you took out. If this is your situation you may want to […]
You may know that there are some teenagers that drink, and perhaps even do drugs. You know this because you see it on the news and may have read stories about these things online. However, the hardest thing to accept is that your teenager might be one of those children. No matter what type of […]
When it comes time to choose a wine gift, are the labels leaving you clueless? Unless you are educated in wines it can be very difficult to know which wine is which by merely reading the label. This article will explain some of the terms you need to know when choosing a wine gift. Most […]
Any gift giving occasion is suitable for a gift of wine. With the wide variety of types and flavors of wines available, there is one suitable for almost every person on your gift list. It also can simplify your life and save you a lot of time since the majority of your shopping can be […]
If you are searching for a stylish gift for the wine enthusiast in your life, wine charms might be just the thing. Wine charms are perfect for holiday gatherings as they help everyone keep track of their wineglasses. The charms can also add a dash of color or glitz to the table and so add […]
Wine tours are so popular to wine enthusiasts mainly for the chance to taste a wide variety of wines. This accounts for the rise of wine tasting parties that are being given all over the place. To give the wine lover on your gift list this experience in the comfort of his own home, try […]
A wine gift basket is a good choice for most gift-giving occasions. You can order wine gift baskets at various places online but it’s easy to make your own gift basket. You will need to put some thought into what the occasion is and who you plan on giving it to in order to create […]
Is Your Lovable Pet Shedding Gobs of Hair All Over the House? Here’s the Solution!
Do you love your pet? Of course you do! And they give so much love back to you, but when pet shedding season starts, with hair left on every available surface of your house, it can drive you to distraction. If you’ve got allergies to pet hair, that makes it even worse unless you can […]
My mom has always said that everyone needs a cause. In the case of my girlfriend, it is animal rescue groups. I had never even really thought about dog rescue groups until we got involved together. I knew that animals were sometimes put down because there was no one to adopt them, but I didn’t […]
If you look at the differences between cats and dog, you probably see that even though they are the two most common pets in the country, and that they both have fur, you realize that they are as different as night and day. Each has their own personality and each is harder in some aspects […]
Nipping the Biting Puppy Behavior in the Bud!
While dogs are known as man’s best friend, you, as the dog owner, are responsible for the training of your dog, if you want him to live up to that lofty moniker. When you bring that cute puppy home, he’s a rambunctious and loving character. What he lacks is discipline and that’s where you come […]
There are many people who assume that pet fish are the perfect beginner pet. After all, you do not have to pet aquarium fish, take them for walks, wash them, clean up when messes they leave on the floor, or any of the other things that dog and cat owners have to put up with. […]
By: Bendz (M.S.Benz) Trick 1: Leasing always a better deal than buying Dealers use the lure of lower-monthly payments to entice customers to sign for long-term loans, with terms stretching for five years or more, making the payments even lower. There are two catches with such lengthy contracts: higher mileage, exceeding the prescribed limit, and […]
Types Of Car Glass Used For Auto Glass Installation In Windshield Replacement
By: BusinessLocalListings Similar in quality to dealer glass but much less expensive is original equipment manufactured (OEM) distributor car glass. It may not be made by the original manufacturer of your vehicles car glass but its manufacturers are authorized to produce car glass according to the exact specifications of dealer glass. That means they have […]
How To Use A Glue Puller Or Dent Puller
By: dlangenfeld-47038 Step 1: Inventory your kit: Glue and glue gun.(Plug in glue gun now.) Dent puller. (aka: PDR slide hammer) Knock down. Glue tabs. Solvent. Soft rags. Step 2: Identify the damage. Step 3: Wipe damaged area with soft rag and solvent. Step 4: Find tab that just fits inside the damaged area. < […]
Discover How To Choose The Best Dent Puller
By: Jason Bath You will find 2 main types of dent pullers available for the consumer. The first is a suction based puller, which uses a suction cup to cling onto the body surface. The second is a glue based puller, in which a glue is utilized to cling to the body surface of the […]
By: W Tsang Mallets. The handles of mallets are usually made with ash wood. The materials used in making the heads of mallets vary according to the application for which the tool will be used. Mallets with cylindrical heads are the so-called standard mallets. A mallet shaped like a pear is called bossing mallet. These […]
