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Solo travel is on the rise -- most of us have started a bucket list and we've got places to go and people to see! Traveling alone can be super rewarding. Plus it's easy and safe these days -- when you follow a few simple tips. If you're planning some solo vacations, here are some great websites, apps, and tips to help you get ready.
Read moreKids fitness is important and shouldn't be treated as a punishment to enforce for your children. Even if they aren't overweight, children and families can benefit from fun exercises. From scavenger hunt hikes to washing the car there are tons of great ways to implement a great kids fitness routine in your family.
Read moreWe hear a lot about tweets these days don't we? If you're a small business owner and you don't have a business Twitter account, you're missing out on a great free way to engage customers. You definitely don't need to hire someone to manage social media for business success, but you really should be using a Twitter business account. I'll explain why.
Read moreIs pet insurance a good idea or not? Well, maybe. But I can make a case for simply having a pet health savings account instead. Here's what you need to know about pet health insurance, pet insurance companies, and tips before you buy dog health insurance.
Read moreThe wood door panels on your RV refrigerator expand, contract, and absorb water -- because wood is a living, breathing product that changes with the weather. After spending 8 months in the heat & humidity of Florida, when I relocated to the deserts of Arizona for the winter, it took only a few weeks for the wood door panels on my refrigerator to warp! To prevent this from happening to you, be sure to regularly treat all wood surfaces in your RV with an oil-based furniture polish. See how I repaired the warped doors on my RV refrigerator - and you can too.
Read moreWhen you have a summer pregnancy like I did, you have to find some creative ways to beat the heat. When you're pregnant, you feel hotter than other people -- and your baby feels even hotter than you do! Here are more than 30 fun ways to stay cool during the hot summer months when you're expecting.
Read moreAs a siding contractor, I help homeowners choose the best siding for their homes on a daily basis. But I first became a fan of fiber cement siding as a homeowner myself researching house siding options. Here's a list of the pros & cons of cement fiber siding, and some things you probably didn't know about this type of siding. See why it's so popular.
Read moreEven the mere mention of lice conjures up nasty images for most of us. But let's face it -- lice happens. And it's best to know about head lice removal before it happens in your home. The best at home treatment for lice is vinegar. Here's what you need to know about this natural lice treatment, plus a few other options to treat hair lice yourself.
Read moreWhen it comes to cufflink shirts, I recommend french cuff shirts over convertible cuff shirts. There is nothing formal about a convertible cuff shirt. Cuff links formalize a shirt and, therefore, demand French cuffs.
Read moreSummer is on its way and that means it's time for fresh veggies! Want to know how to save money growing vegetables in your own garden? Get ready to harvest some seeds and build your backyard vegetable garden. My best tips & tricks to save money while planting a garden and starting to grow your own vegetables at home.
Read moreFor the muddy-minded, adventure-seeking lady, there’s no shortage of dirty fun events in the U.S. and beyond. How fun would it be to give one of these women's mud run events a try for an upcoming girls weekend getaway?!
Read moreI recently did some off-road testing to see just how much capability a dedicated off-road tire adds to a Jeep in mud and on trails. See what I learned. And before you buy Jeep off-road tires... you'll need to know the answers to these 3 questions!
Read moreThere are lots of wonderful benefits of yoga. These are my top 5 - especially if you're not fond of exercising. Simply by breathing deeply and stretching fully with the yoga poses, you are helping your mind, body, and spirit become re-energized and stronger!
Read moreHave a 1981 penny? Looking for the current 1981 penny value? See if any of your 1981 pennies are rare & what they're worth. Here's the ultimate guide to 1981 pennies - including how many were made.
Read moreDo you enjoy the comforts of home when you're traveling? I sure do! I've found that Airbnb vacation rentals have been the way to go when I travel for pleasure. You might wonder... How does Airbnb work? It's very easy to use which makes it very popular among travelers. Choose the best rental for you, read the Airbnb reviews, and save some money. Here's how...
Read moreScrub Daddy makes 2 sponge holders that fit their smiley face sponges known as Scrub Daddy and Scrub Mommy. Both the Scrub Daddy Caddy and the Scrub Daddy Sponge Caddy will keep your Scrub Daddies and Mommies out of the way — but still close at hand in the kitchen sink, bathroom sink, and shower. This type of sponge holder also helps the smiley face sponge air-dry faster. I keep one in my shower and one in my kitchen sink.
Read moreHave you had chicken pox? If so, you might end up with an outbreak of a different kind later on. The shingles virus can lay dormant in your system for years, and if you have a weakened immune system one day -- you might very well be on the hunt for a treatment for shingles. I've witnessed this with my dad. Here's what you need to know about the treatment options available -- including home remedies for shingles, and what you need to know about the shingles contagious period.
Read moreYou've probably realized that drones are inundating our lives, but did you know you can make money with drones? That's right! They are so versatile they're being used by entrepreneurs to make extra cash! See how to get a drone license, how to pick the best drone with camera for aerial photography, how to buy a drone, and tips for using drones to make some extra money.
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