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Lynnette Walczak

I like to help people find unique ways to do things in order to save time & money -- so I write about "outside the box" ideas that most wouldn't think of. As a lifelong dog owner, I often share my best tips for living with and training dogs. I worked in Higher Ed over 10 years before switching gears to pursue activities that I'm truly passionate about. I've worked at a vet, in a photo lab, and at a zoo -- to name a few. I enjoy the outdoors via bicycle, motorcycle, Jeep, or RV. You can always find me at the corner of Good News & Fun Times as publisher of The Fun Times Guide (32 fun & helpful websites).

A list of common household objects that I've learned firsthand can be deadly to dogs. See how to easily modify these things when puppy proofing your house.

Is changing a dog's name ok? Can you change a dog's name at any age? See when you SHOULD rename a dog & when you SHOULDN'T. What to do BEFORE renaming a dog,. HOW to change a dog's name. How to get your dog to LEARN its name quickly!

Thinking of using one of those PODS moving & storage units? Get a promo code here! Plus POD storage prices, photos, and reviews of PODS storage containers.

What should you do if your dog ate chicken bones? My dog did it. Lots of other dogs have too. Here's what you need to know about dogs eating chicken bones & turkey bones.

Looking for a Jeep Wrangler car rental? See the ultimate list of Jeep rental companies where you can rent a Jeep for a day. Jeep Wrangler rentals by state... and country.

How to keep ladybugs out of your home + Reasons they invade your house. Avoid a ladybug infestation (aka Asian lady beetles and ladybirds) with these tips.

RV Shipping 101 - How much does it cost to ship an RV? See how freight carriers ship RVs, how to prepare your RV for shipping, and how to find RV movers.

Switching dog food happens at least twice in a dog's life - as they transition from puppy to adult, and then from adult to senior. Here are the steps to transition your dog to a new food with ease in 5 or 10 days.

First pregnancy? Wondering what contractions feel like and when they should start? How to tell true labor contractions from false labor & Braxton Hicks contractions.

Our motorcycle with fully packed saddlebags and Harley luggage bag on the back. photo by Lynnette at TheFunTimesGuide.com

All the must-have items you MUST pack on long distance motorcycle rides. Plus tips for packing things in the saddlebags, and the best motorcycle luggage.

Are your feet dry & cracked? You can exfoliate feet to make them soft & smooth overnight! Here's how to make a foot scrub and enjoy a soothing foot soak at home!

Save money by buying your airline tickets on a certain day... and at a certain time. Here's what travel experts say is the best day to buy plane tickets AND the best time to buy plane tickets.

If I stop moisturizing, the dry flaky skin starts to reappear on my nose, hands, and feet! So now exfoliate more and use body oils & body butters instead of lotions.

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Do you use a face exfoliator to keep your skin looking smooth and healthy? Wondering how often should you exfoliate your face? Here's what you need to know!

A list of 31 tips (+29 bonus tips!) that should know before traveling with Disney cruise line! My Disney cruise tips are honest & clever cruise hacks for a Disney Dream cruise.

50% of all dog owners celebrate their dog's birthday by throwing a Dog Birthday Party. Here are the fun facts + Fun ideas for hosting a Dog Birthday Party!

A chiropractor explains what your first chiropractic visit will be like, the average chiropractor visit cost, and what a chiropractor does when you visit their office.

Since most RVers travel between states, this list of RV seat belt laws in each state will come in handy! Do kids have to wear RV seat belts? Find out here.