Many obese people struggle to lose weight. It is a tiresome and lengthy process. However, it is important to lose fat rather than weight. Focus on having a high muscle mass to increase your metabolism and burn more calories. Explore six unique strategies for weight loss beyond traditional dieting and exercise. Highlighting unexpected methods like using a standing desk, taking black coffee, preparing meals at home, selecting certain snacks, … [Read more...]
Chocolate Covered Strawberries | Directions for Valentines Day
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Chocolate and strawberries are synonymous with romance... the two together are a symphony of flavor. Unfortunately, they can sometimes be incredibly expensive to buy. I have found a quick (and delicious) way to make them that won’t break the bank. Chocolate Covered Strawberries Directions for Valentines Day You will need: Strawberries Chocolate Chips (semisweet or dark, your choice) Cupcake Papers possibly cooking … [Read more...]
Red Hot Popcorn Recipe
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Red Hot Popcorn Recipe Our family has had a addiction to cinnamon popcorn for years now. Mine started when my Dad would get tins of Topsy's popcorn delivered to the house for Christmas. It so incredibly delicious, but can get expensive when purchasing for six. This red hot popcorn recipe helps meet the craving without breaking the bank... plus you can use those adorable heart red hots for Valentine’s Day! Print 5.0 from 11 reviews … [Read more...]
7 Safety Tips for Paddle Boarding With Your Child
You know the old saying, “Once you have a child, your life changes forever.” Although that’s true, that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy fun water activities like paddle boarding. It just means you’ll have to make adjustments if you want to include your child on your board with you. If your child is still too young to paddle her own board, you can choose to take her along with you as long as you do it in a way that’s both safe and … [Read more...]
5 Survival Tips for Single Parents
If you’re a single parent who is extremely stressed out, you’re definitely not alone. There are more than 13 million single parents in the US who are raising children on their own, many of whom are just as stressed out as you are. People are single parents for many different reasons—divorce, death, even by choice. Many military spouses have to be a single parent while their partner is deployed. No matter what your situation is, being a single … [Read more...]
The Hidden Dangers Lurking in Drinking Water
Think of any drink, no matter what. You might say that coffee is the best rejuvenating morning drink ever, or that red wine is the perfect way to get an evening started. You might have a favorite fresh drink or can’t get your food served without your soda. You can swear by the energy drinks and tell everyone they can’t go to the gym without having some. But when it comes down to it, good old pure water is the only drink you can drink to quench … [Read more...]
Why It Is Important to Have Calendars at Home
The common calendar we use today, the Gregorian calendar, emerged at around 1580. It has been vital to humankind for planning and keeping track of important events throughout a year. However, after the revolution of technology with gadgets such as mobile phones, tablets, and PCs, people have become reluctant to purchase calendars at their homes. Although it is easier to plan events and mark the most important details on your phone or … [Read more...]
4 of the Greatest Joys of Being a Parent
There is nothing more stressful in this world than being a parent (all parents out there know what I’m talking about)! The constant nagging, whining, and crying; the constant demand for attention, praise, and animated movies. Forever worrying about them getting hurt on a field trip, or getting lost in a store (or worse…). The bickering between siblings, the sass from a primadonna five-year-old, the mouth from a 10-year-old. Fighting with them to … [Read more...]
Canvas Champ 16×20 Canvas Review | #GIVEAWAY | ENDS 1/25
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Sample received. All opinions are my own. We built a new house a few years ago, and I’ve been slowly decorating and personalizing room by room. I found there is no better way to do this than to put canvas prints on the walls. I was sent a personalized 16”x20” canvas (which was the size of my choice) from Canvas Champ, and it turned out amazing!!!! I found the website so easy to navigate, and it made it so simple to order exactly what … [Read more...]
5 Reasons You Should Hire A Professional Pest Control Service
We work to keep our homes safe and comfortable for our families but pest infestations can make this a difficult job. Pests such as termites can damage your house structurally while rats, certain species of spiders and bark scorpions can be harmful to your health. If you find your house infected by a certain pest, buying a commercially available pesticide and spraying it in your house seem like a cost-effective and easy option. However, it may … [Read more...]
