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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).

I've been a full-time freelance writer for 15 years. I'm sharing how I got started with part-time freelance writing jobs and how it has turned into a lucrative career!

I work online (and play online). I'm VERY familiar with the 3 most popular browsers: Internet Explorer (IE), Firefox, Chrome. See why Firefox and Chrome are better than IE.

I made a bike phone mount for my smartphone. You can do the same. Then, using an app, you can track anything you want to know about your bike rides!

Funny church announcements + Funny church signs. Now you can make your own personalized church signs with this FREE church sign generator!

Online reviews are super helpful when you're making a purchase, choosing a vacation destination, or buying a new car. Use this list of the best review sites before you buy!

Want to make an extra $500 a month dog sitting? I'm a dog sitter sharing my best tips on how to make extra money by offering dog sitting services at home.

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We've used our Good Sam Club membership card at lots of RV campgrounds to save on camping AND at lots of Camping World stores to save on RV parts & accessories.

If you're researching house siding options for your home, you'll want to see this siding contractor's list of the pros & cons of fiber cement siding first!

I have a Scrub Daddy Caddy in my shower & in my kitchen sink. This smiley sponge holder keeps sponges out of the way but still close. They'll air-dry faster too.

Wherever you are in TN, there's a state park within 1 hour's drive! And since ALL Tennessee state parks are FREE, these state parks near Nashville should be on your Bucket List.

The Scrub Daddy sponge, a popular smiley face scrubber, gets SOFT in hot water, HARD in cold water. Plus it doesn't hold onto food & odors. Lots of fun uses for this kitchen sponge!

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We've been to Mangia Nashville a few times now. Great Italian food, lively atmosphere, fun times! See why Mangia restaurant is one of the best-kept secrets of locals.

Adventure gifts make the best Father's Day gift ideas! It's never too early to start planning for the perfect gift for Dad - especially with more expensive gifts like these.

Should you call for professional garage door repair or do it yourself? It depends on your tools, your time & your understanding of the garage door system.

Who knew that you can rent a water heater, as opposed to paying full price for the installation of a new one?! See what we chose, when our hot water heater needed to be replaced... and why.

Trouble sleeping? See how I've learned to fall asleep fast, despite having insomnia for years. Treating insomnia yourself is easy - once you see what causes insomnia!

Simple DIY exterior home renovations that won't cost an arm and a leg. 8 home exterior design projects you can start this weekend to spruce up your house, plus exterior home remodel tips, and money-saving ideas to get you started.

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I've been to the Pancake Pantry in Nashville several times. See why there's always a line there - and why it's one of the Top 3 Pancake Restaurants in America!