How To Find Military Addresses For U.S. Troops Who Would Like To Receive Holiday Care Packages
This time of year, we always send a care package or two to U.S. Troops overseas. If you… [MORE]
Military Care Packages – Tips For Sending Food & Other Items To U.S. Troops
Tis the season to do something special for the Troops. Whether you know someone who is currently… [MORE]
Home & Garden
7 Reasons To Install Radiant Barrier Roof Sheathing
Radiant barrier roof sheathing is a great product that will reduce your power bill. There are just a few manufacturers that make this unusual type of roof sheathing that has a shiny, perforated … [Read More...]
Dog Potty Training Tips: How To Get Your Dog Used To A Daily Routine
Maybe you've got a new puppy that you're attempting to train not to pee or poop in the house. Or maybe you've acquired an older dog who has his own daily routines that aren't coordinating very well … [Read More...]
How To Stop Bad Dog Behavior: Solutions That Work For Common Dog Problems
Have you been dealing with some bad dog behavior lately? Is your dog causing you a lot of frustration and heartache? Trust me, we've all been through it. However, it's important to realize … [Read More...]
Health & Beauty
Facial Cloths: Have You Tried A Face Chamois Yet For Cleansing Or Exfoliating Your Face?
I've mentioned several times how much I love the facial shammy that came with my Artistry Microdermabrasion Kit. This facial cloth alone is worth buying the kit for! (The kit also includes a nice … [Read More...]
What A Sleep Study Is Like: Things I Wish I Knew Before My Sleep Test
I used to do pretty well in school, but I failed my sleep test. I recently spent the night at a Sleep Center to participate in a sleep study to see if I might have obstructive sleep apnea. This … [Read More...]
How To Make A Heating Pad Using Socks – DIY Microwave Heating Pad Instructions
It's as easy as 1, 2, 3 to make a heating pad yourself! As you probably know, microwave heating pad is great to use whenever you need to apply some indirect heat for pain relief, comfort, or … [Read More...]
Outdoor Fun
Starry Night: A Free Tool To Identify Stars & Planets In The Night Sky Above You
My friend Andy is an astrology buff. I am not. That's why I love it when he reminds Jim and I of the best nights that we can see the coolest things in the skies above. (You know like meteor showers projected for our area, eclipses, etc). I thought I'd share with you one of the coolest tools … [Read More...]
DIY Cell Phone Bike Mount: How To Use A Phone Belt Clip To Hold Your GPS-Enabled Phone
In preparation for another year of biking, I took my bike in for a long-overdue tuneup. It was at that time that I decided to remove my old (wired) cycling computer and use my Droid X cellphone to track all of my bike rides from now on. Using an Android app and a GPS-enabled phone, you can … [Read More...]
Lightweight RV With Bunkhouse + A Stackable Washer/Dryer = Full Time RV Dreams Come True
Since it's more expensive to be a fulltime RVer than it used to be (due to the price of gas, RVs, and tow vehicles), many have chosen to downsize in order to make the dream a reality. However, downsizing your RV doesn't have to mean going to the laundromat to clean your clothes when you're on the … [Read More...]
Hobbies & Crafts
Valentine Date Ideas: 3 Things NOT To Do (…Unless You Want To Get Dumped!)
While Valentine's Day may usher in bunch of romantic memories for some couples, others are not so lucky. Each year, this holiday includes its fair share of broken hearts. The worst way to end a … [Read More...]
DIY Sweethearts Candy Card With Conversation Hearts: A Fun Valentine Card!
The punched out hearts from this Valentine card I made earlier reminded me of conversation candy hearts and inspired this Valentine candy box card. I used the extra small heart punch by The Paper … [Read More...]
Platinum American Eagle Coins Returning in 2012?
Since 2008, the popular American Eagle bullion coin program has not seen the release of any platinum coins other than the one-ounce proof coin. But, that may change in 2012, as the United States Mint … [Read More...]
Electronics & Gadgets
Pinterest Website Tips For Guys And Newbies
I've been sharing things on Pinterest for awhile now. It wasn't until recently that I decided to search the social networks (Facebook, Google Plus, and Twitter) to see what people were saying about it. I find it interesting that some guys have stated they don't feel comfortable using … [Read More...]
Why I Love Dropbox For Sharing & Syncing Files… And You Will Too!
I've been using Dropbox for over a year now, and I love it. I mentioned it in passing when I wrote about my favorite Android apps for Droid phone newbies. Since then, a number of my friends have signed up and most are surprised by how much they use Dropbox on a regular basis now. I'm sure … [Read More...]
How To Photograph Kids Wearing Halloween Costumes
Pumpkin Carving 101 Part 5: How to Get the Best Photos of Kids in Halloween Costumes Some pre-photo reminders: If you're using a film camera, make sure you have ISO 400 or 800 loaded. And, if you're using a digital camera, then remember to insert a fresh set of batteries (or charge up your … [Read More...]
Travel
Mangia Nashville: This Family-Style Italian Restaurant Is One Of The Best-Kept Secrets In Franklin, TN
We went to Mangia Nashville for the first time last weekend. It's an Italian restaurant that came highly recommended by a friend of ours. He had the time of his life there a couple months earlier when friends invited him to a surprise birthday party there. He has been back twice since … [Read More...]
Ford Motor Company Invites Bloggers To Detroit Auto Show: My Review From Behind The Scenes
I was privileged to attend the Detroit Auto Show this year as a guest of Ford Motor Company. I know, technically it's the North American International Auto Show (or NAIAS), but most of us call it the Detroit Auto Show or the Detroit Motor Show, right? Ford hand-picked 146 bloggers from all … [Read More...]
Not-So-Famous Quotes About The Natchez Trace Parkway
Following is a growing collection of interesting quotes which mention the Natchez Trace Parkway. It's a beautiful stretch of roadway that spans from Tupelo, Mississippi to Nashville, Tennessee. Perhaps you'll glean some more reasons why The Trace is a place that should not be … [Read More...]
