Wednesday, January 31, 2018
10 Terrifying Creatures That Still Exist Today
Japanese Giant Hornet
Coconut Crab
Goliath Birdeater Spider
Anglerfish
Lamprey Eel
Raspberry Crazy Ant
Botfly
Gliding Snake
Shrike
Mexican Redknee Tarantula
Sunday, January 28, 2018
Common Plumbing Problems You Can Fix Yourself
Toilet Won’t Flush
Low Water Pressure
Tub Draining Slowly
When to bring in the pros
It’s great if you can fix minor plumbing issues yourself. You can save time and money and maybe even learn some new skills with help from the internet. When it comes to the big jobs, however, then it’s usually best to call in plumbing specialists. Here are three signs that it’s time to bring in the pros.
Your toilet keeps overflowing
Most toilet overflows are caused by a simple blockage and can be fixed by some quick work with a plunger. If that doesn’t solve the problem, then there’s something more serious going on. In that case, you need to get in a plumber quickly. If you keep trying to fix it yourself with a plunger, you could damage your toilet and maybe your piping.
Your water heater won’t stop “weeping”
It’s wise to go and check on your water heater regularly, not just if the pilot light goes out. If you notice any signs of dampness around it (e.g., rust), then it may be weeping. This is often a sign of a slow leak. Never try to fix water heaters unless you really know what you’re doing. Call in a pro.
There’s a strong smell of sewage
If your drains have a bit of an odor issue, you can probably
solve this with regular clean. If, however, there’s a strong smell of sewage,
then you probably have a major plumbing issue. Don’t even try tackling it
yourself, you could make the problem a whole lot worse, just call a plumber.
Friday, January 26, 2018
Top 3 Concerns for Moms Going Back to College
Keeping
a Flexible Schedule and Availability
Look Around You for a Helping Hand
Be Wary of Financial Aid and Student Loan
Scams
Thursday, January 25, 2018
How to Deal with Lower Back Pain During Pregnancy
Work on Your Posture
Invest in the Right Gear
Change Your Lifting and
Sleeping Habits
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Simple Ways To Achieve Better Health
#Swagbucks SWAGO Winter Edition!
Still recovering from all of your holiday shopping? The online rewards site Swagbucks has a smart and fun way for you to earn and save when you spend.
Swagbucks is hosting another round of Shopping Swago! What is SWAGO you ask? It's a bingo-inspired promotion run by Swagbucks, a website that rewards you with points (called SB) for completing everyday online activities. You can redeem those SB for free gift cards. If you've never used Swagbucks, participating in SWAGO is a great introduction to the site and an easy way to earn a good amount of points quickly.
Click here to get started!
- Go to the Swag page and make sure you hit “Join” otherwise you won’t get credit for completing the action items. Each square on your Swago Board will contain an action item to complete.
- Once you complete the action item in a particular square the square will change color signifying the action item is complete.
- You have a limited amount of time to mark off as many squares as possible so use your time wisely.
- Be mindful of the patterns and their corresponding bonuses located on the right of your Swago Board. The patterns will vary in difficulty and bonus value - up to 300 SB - enough for your first $3 gift card.
- Once you’ve achieved a pattern the corresponding “Submit” button will light up. You can have multiple patterns available for submission, however, you can only submit ONE pattern so choose wisely.
- The game ends Friday, January 26th at 12pm PDT/3pm EDT. So make sure to hit “Submit” on the pattern you wish to submit. If you don’t hit “Submit” before the game ends you won’t receive your SB bonus.
Also, if you sign up through me this month, you'll get a $10 rebate when you make your first purchase via Swagbucks Shopping! You can activate it in the "Swag Ups" area of "My Account"
Monday, January 22, 2018
Pros and Cons of Student Loan Consolidation
Pros:
Cons:
Friday, January 19, 2018
Simple Ways to Save Money on Baby Gear
Having a baby doesn’t have to cost the earth. Granted, there are some things you will need to buy before your little one is born, but you don’t need to buy every gadget out there, and you don’t need to buy everything in one go. If you stick to the essentials and only buy what you need, you should be able to save money. For more tips, keep reading.
Start Planning When You’re Three Months
Pregnant
Buy Used
Hit the Sales
Ditch the Name Brands
Set Up a Baby Registry
How to Become a Respiratory Therapist
People suffering from conditions like emphysema and asthma go to respiratory therapists who treat them by administering oxygen to their lungs using ventilation devices. Respiratory therapists can also assist someone who has just had a stroke or a heart attack regain his normal way of breathing. You will find these professionals in nursing homes and hospitals.
Step #1: Obtain an Undergraduate
Degree
Step #2: Attain Niche-Specific
Credentials
Step #3: Obtain a License
Thursday, January 18, 2018
Busy Beauty Showerless Shave Gel HONEST Review #BusyBeauty
Okay, so I got this product in the mail and waited for my leg hair to grow. It was August, so I needed shaved legs for the shorts and bathing suits that were constantly on my person. I grabbed a razor and the bottle and went down to our family room to watch some TV and shave my legs.
It was the easiest thing I have probably ever done. Pump out some of the gel, rub it on your legs like lotion, and shave. Then rub in the gel because it's moisturizing. A couple of things.
1. Something I hate about shaving in the tub or shower is that, afterward, I have to sit around putting lotion on my legs. It's just one. more. step. I don't have a ton of time for that. This shaves you and moisturizes you LIKE IT RESPECTS YOUR TIME. Yes. Finally.
2. My razor got backed up with hair, so I recommend having a cup of water nearby just to dip it in. Also, put a towel under your legs. If you are on an airplane, for instance, and want to shave your legs with just this product and a razor, you can, but if you are at home I'm telling you to have two extra things on hand ... the towel and the water.
Bottom line: I dig this time saver. It's mind-blowing to think you can do this ANYWHERE. I sure could have used this when the kids were little and I had to keep an eye on them EVERY SECOND ... I could have chased around after them WHILE shaving my legs, no joke. Shave and sit. Shave and sit. Very cool to have this option.
PS This product is also TSA-approved for travel and environmentally conscious. Great for those with sensitive skin and those with mobility issues.
*I received this product for free to post an honest review. Also, if you order through my Amazon affiliate link, I might get a few cents. Just letting you know :-)
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Education And Care: Take Your Teaching Career In A New Direction
in store, then this is the right post for you. Often, a new year encourages you to access the past twelve months so that you
can better understand your successes and the areas of your life that you want to push forward, improve, and develop. A
common thread for many is their career, and getting as much job satisfaction and reward as possible when they get to the
weekend with their family. If you’re happy and enthusiastic about your line of work; your motivation will filter through into
each aspect of your life, which is great if you’re a working mom and have a busy household to maintain.
different avenues. If you’ve been considering taking your job and career in a bit of a new direction and heading for your
ambitions this year; there’s no time like the present to begin planning your actions and discovering all the potential options
that await you. As a mom and a teacher; you’re already pretty prepared for an array of challenges, and you can make this
the year that you take on some new ones and ensure that you’re happy with your work/life balance. The following are some
ideas for those who want to take their qualifications and experience in education and do something different, for a fulfilling
and exciting year ahead.
and how to help them through life; heading towards becoming a counselor could be a great option for you. If you’re
concerned about taking up studying on top of your working and family hours; check out accredited online counseling degrees
so that you’ll have more flexibility regarding your time. The work you’re doing within a school or college can often complement
studying counseling, so talk to your colleagues and senior members of staff about your goals so that you can work out the
best plan of action for your future career. Extra qualifications can lead to opportunities to work with young people in a variety
of different environments, so it’s worth thinking about where you can best utilize your skills and the sort of challenges you’re
ready to take on.
and have a better work/life balance; you could consider becoming a private tutor. You’ll need a space in your home that will
provide an effective learning environment or the means to travel to various homes, places of education, and public spaces
where you can meet your students regularly. You’ll get all the rewards of helping to educate young minds and could assist
students in getting the grades they need to fulfil their potential or gain entry into the college they desire. There are all sorts of
ways to have a positive impact on a young person, so use this time to explore your many options, and you’ll have a year to
look forward to ahead.
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Is Your Child's Playroom Ready for a Makeover? - How to Make it Happen on a Limited Budget
Start with Paint
Work on a Theme Together
Get Creative with Storage
An Age Appropriate and Fun Space
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
How to Take Excellent Photos for Your Blog or Website
Upgrade Your Camera
Consider the Purpose and Focus of Your Photo
Learn How to Use the Camera
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Final photo in the old basement at 9028 Grant Street ... my readers love pictures of my husband because he's cute and also because they see plenty of the kids :-) |
Saturday, January 6, 2018
How Are Business Credit Cards Different From The Consumer Credit Cards?
Liability and Credit Reporting
Personal Guarantee
Credit Score
However, the good news is also there. It is when the card is being paid on time, and then the credit card activity will not be reported to the principal of the company’s consumer credit report. It is done because in many cases the small business owners use their best business credit cards to fund operations of the business. What happens in this scenario is that the debt that is incurred on behalf of the company ends up showing on the credit report of the owner of the company, and it can cause harm to his/her credit score.
Friday, January 5, 2018
Feeling Safe In Our Abode: What To Look Out For
changes for the next twelve months. It might men that you are focusing on some self-improvement,
where you are hoping to lose a few pounds or start a new fitness journey. It might be that you want
to improve your finances or even take on a dream of owning a new home. After all, it is one of the
biggest purchases you can make in your life.
unwind after a busy day in work or a stressful period in your life. But there are some niggling everyday
problems that we simply can’t avoid sometimes, but thankfully there are a few things we can do better
protect our homes from them. So with that in mind, here are some top tips for everyday problems that
you may have to deal with.
the walls and the surprise of droppings throughout the home. It can certainly put the fear in you
wondering what and who is causing these unexplained things going on in your home. But this is
where you may find that you have a rodent or pest infestation. While never pleasant to encounter,
there are plenty of services advertised online who can help solve your issue once and for all.
Websites and articles like pests.org/top-5-pest-control-companies can point you in the right direction
of companies to consider to help you find the right resolve for the problem. It is something that would
need to be resolved quickly, really, especially if you have children in the home. So don’t delay. If you
want to try and protect yourself further, then seek out any holes or entries to your home from your
exterior. Paying close attention to your loft space and pipework and seal them up. You’d be surprised
how easy they can get into your home.
bird feeder or in the bird bath. But when they get into the eaves of your property, and especially birds
like pigeons and other pests, they can cause serious problems to your home. Bird feces, in
particular, can cause a lot of damage and especially be an issue if you have young children. This is
when you may want to take some extra precautions with chimneys and other access areas to your
home that may get overlooked.
often than we would like to think about. It often happens when you least expect it to, and it can be
devastating to return to your home to find thieves have stolen your possessions. Especially if they
are sentimental things like jewelry. If you can fit burglar alarms to your home, then it’s always
advisable to do so. These days you can get some great additions to your home such as doorbells
that have a camera on them, alarms that work directly with a smartphone application and even have
security cameras fitted that you can also keep tabs on with your phone. Some alarms can even be
linked to local law enforcement, to ensure that if any triggers to your alarm are made, that someone
is there to sort it soon it rather than later. It’s also a good idea to check entries into your home to
make sure windows and doors are secure when the property is empty. New door locks and
even just adding extra security measures could make all the difference. Websites like
safety.com/8-burglar-deterrents are full of information and advice.
sadly no one has control over. While you may be aware that your area in which you live might be
prone to flooding, perhaps due to past events or living close to a river or the sea, you can still be
devastated and the problem can arise so quickly. You may have some time to put belongings and
possessions on higher ground, and often with advance weather warnings systems now, you are
warned of possibilities of this happening sooner than in the past. You may even be able to apply
sandbags to doorways and river banks to try and aid the effort or help lower the chances of
devastation. But if disaster strikes then it can be much more than just what is in the home to get
damaged. The best advice would be to save as much as you can, and then prepare yourselves for
the rehabilitation of your home after the event. Thankfully, there are now expert companies out there
who deal with this sort of damage to property and insurance policies, although needing to be
checked first, can often cover you for the expenses.
live you may be subject to bad storms that can include weather systems like hurricane and tornadoes.
These can have a huge impact on your property if you are in the firing line. Other disasters include
forest fires that get out of control. These can spread rapidly especially if there has been a lot of dry
and warm weather in previous days leading up to it. Your homes are in the path of destruction, and
again in most cases, it’s saving what you can but ultimately saving your life first. Thankfully, for these
sorts of things, again weather systems have advanced and you can be warned more in advance of
what is going on.
and it doesn’t matter how clean your home is or what you do, it has much to do with the building and
the damp that some of the walls have generated. Once it has hit your home without proper care and
attention, it can spread to other parts of the walls and even other parts of your home. This can cause
illness to family members and should be treated as soon as possible. Especially if any family
members struggle with things like asthma. There are professionals out there who would be able to
clean this up for you quickly and offer advice to avoid things like this happening in the future. So as
soon as you spot any signs of damp, even if it is just the beginning like condensation on the windows,
then speak to the professionals straight away.
really mindful of what could happen. Buying a house is one of the biggest decisions you might make
in your lifetime, and it certainly costs you enough to do it. So it is always a priority to ensure that you
feel safe in your home, as well as keeping your home and belongings safe within your power. I hope
that this has highlighted some of the big issues you might potentially face, and give you a few tips on
how to overcome or deal with them.