You Must Try Jackson Cafe in Paola, Kansas!

Disclaimer: I want you to know I was not compensated in any way for this post. I received nothing in return but good food and a good time. I just like to write about places and things I love and can't wait to get back to!

A few weeks ago my amazing husband and I somehow found ourselves alone on a Saturday. Our three youngest kids were with our old neighbors spending the night and we had just dropped our teen sons off for a homeschool co-op birthday party for two of their friends who live in Paola. We looked at each other like, "So what do we do now that we are alone?!"

We set out for downtown Paola to hit a grocery store and a hardware store and find some lunch. We found Jackson Café and now can't wait to go back! Here are some photos of our adventure.


They also sell this cool coffee soap at Jackson Café!

After checking out downtown Paola, we looked at each other like, dang, I wish Peculiar had something like this! It even has a neat outdoor square like on Gilmore Girls!

My man ... in October we will celebrate 20 years of marriage and in July we celebrate 23 years of knowing each other. I still like him, especially when he buys me food and coffee.



Follow Jackson Café and don't forget to go there to try some grub and coffee!

This is where we sat and ate. That door leads to the 55+ apartments above that have been entirely remodeled.

A room off to the side for meetings, parties, etc.

If you don't have Valentine's Day plans, head here! (Catholics, did you hear this year we have to abstain from red meat on Valentine's Day? What a rip!)

My coffee for the day. Oh so good and made with almond milk.





My lunch, a lovely wrap

Aron's lunch. Croissant sandwich!

Two lovely pieces of quiche courtesy of the owner ... both were AMAZING, like beyond yummy and highly recommended.

Just for fun, one of the apartments above the restaurant that you can rent out ... if you're a little older. Really nice places.

The outside of the building Jackson Café is in ... so if you're driving by you have to check it out!

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Why You Need A Good Waste Management System

Running a business can be a messy affair, and we all need to take responsibility for the waste that we create and ensure that it is dealt with correctly. If your business is in Sydney and waste management is something that you are looking at, you can get a wealth of information freely available on the cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au website. If it is not something that you have thought of, then here are some reasons that you need to get a suitable waste management system for your business in place.

It Creates A Bad Impression

If you have clients or customers coming to your establishment, then the last thing that you would like them to see is loads of smelly rubbish lying around. Leaving mess around shows a lack of attention to detail as well as planning, so you could end up creating a wrong first impression when customers come to visit you. Bins Skips Waste and Recycling provide skip bin hire in Sydney, and having enough bins will allow you to keep your factory, office, or any other type of facility looking clean and functional.

A Health Hazard

There are many reasons why you need to keep on top of your waste and one of the most important ones is that it can create a health hazard if not dealt with correctly. When the waste starts to decompose, it will not only look awful but there will also be a smell, which will start to attract rodents and insects, as well as other animals. These animals can bring all types of diseases with them which can turn into a problem for your workers, as well as your customers.

Environmental Damage Can Be Done

Depending on the industry you are in and the materials that you throw away, you could end up causing damage to the local environment, even more so if things such as chemicals are not disposed of properly. When it comes to damaging the environment, you can also expect some hefty fines to be levied, as well as the cost of clearing and resolving the problem.

You May Be Breaking The Law

If you are not taking care of the waste that your business generates correctly, you could end up finding out that you are breaking laws. The establishment comes down hard on any businesses which flout environmental rules and as well as being prosecuted there could also be substantial fines involved. 

What Can You Do?

If you want to ensure that you are adhering to the regulations when dealing with your waste, then you should consult a professional waste management company. They can come to visit your premises and see what type of waste you produce and come up with a viable solution to ensure that it is taken care of appropriately. You will find many companies offering this service all over Sydney, and you will need to check the reputations of any potential company you are thinking of using online before making a decision. Get as many quotes as you can and choose the company which you feel most comfortable with, and you can soon ensure that your waste management worries are a thing of the past.

10 Terrifying Creatures That Still Exist Today

While the days of giant centipedes and raptors are long gone, you don’t need to go back in time to witness some truly frightening monsters. Whether it be in the darkest depths of the ocean, in the lush jungle or right under your bed, they lurk among us, and some of them are not very friendly.

These creatures are beyond your brain’s best attempts at a nightmare and they’ll make you think twice about stepping foot outside your door. But worry not, as most of them are far from your home. Unless you live in Australia of course. In that case, good luck.

Japanese Giant Hornet

Hailing from the land of the rising sun is one of the nastiest flying insects you can ever hope to never come across. A hornet the size of your hand is proof that mother nature simply doesn’t prioritize humans. It’s sting injects a venom that’s strong enough to dissolve human tissue as well.

Coconut Crab

It looks like a spider, lives up to 60 years, weighs 8 pounds, can be 39 inches in length and has pinchers strong enough to crush a human skull. There, now you’ll never want to lay your head down at the beach again. For more information on this abomination, check out Midday Daily’s article.

Goliath Birdeater Spider

It’s a spider big enough to eat birds. That should already give a good indication of how big it is. In case you’re still not sure, that’s bigger than a dinner plate. Its hairy as well. Imagine stepping on one...

Anglerfish

Unless you’re Aquaman, you won’t have to worry about this nightmarish fish tearing up your flesh anytime soon. It does look really, really ugly though.

Lamprey Eel

Now slippery eels are creepy enough, but how about one that clings onto your skin with its concentric teeth and feeds on you? This eel-crossed-leech hybrid has one of the nastiest mouths you’ll ever see.

Raspberry Crazy Ant

These little suckers live up to their name by not only eating raspberries, but also running towards electrical circuits, swarming them and essential committing suicide in the process. Their erratic movements are sure to give anyone a fright when they’re all swarmed together.

Botfly

When it comes to parasites, this should be the last one on your wish list. The fly deposits it’s eggs under your skin until they grow to about the size of your finger. Then, the larvae use the pores on your skin as breathing holes, waiting to be pulled out by a doctor. Wonderful.

Gliding Snake

Normal snakes inhibit more fear than most can handle. But how about one that can fling itself off the end of a branch and fly onto your head?

Shrike

While this feathered little fellow may look cute, he packs a punch like no other bird. They can take their prey, which ranges from anything as simple as a bug to a full-blown lizard and drops them onto barbed wire, spikes, thorns or anything that will impale them.

Mexican Redknee Tarantula

This gnarly looking arachnid takes the spider fear factor up a notch by being able to fling its hairs towards whatever it’s aiming at. That includes not only your skin, but your eyes as well. 

Common Plumbing Problems You Can Fix Yourself

For those used to calling a plumber every time there is even the minutest plumbing issue, the idea of fixing these common plumbing problems can seem somewhat foreign. Yet, if you are determined to get it right, you are likely to get it the first time you do it. As theplumbinginfo.com notes, complex plumbing jobs should be left to the professionals. All the same, there is nothing to stop you from doing those smaller easier plumbing jobs in your home. Some of those that you can fix on your own include:

Toilet Won’t Flush

If you find that your toilet is not flushing properly, don’t wait for a plumber. This DIY task requires little skill. Wait until the toilet tank is full to check whether the flushing mechanism is faulty. Open the lid of the tank and check whether there are visible obstructions interfering with the cistern’s filling process and remove whatever you find. It is likely that the chain is broken, in which case you will just need to reattach it. If your toilet has been serving you for more than five years, chances are that the problem will be beyond repair and you may need to replace it altogether. Here is a list of the best toilets. You could also find that you need to replace the whole cistern or the complete valve system.

Low Water Pressure

The sink faucet can sometimes frustrate you because of low water pressure. Before you embark on solving this problem, check whether the low pressure problem is affecting cold as well as hot water systems in your home. If that is the case, then the likely culprit is the aerator. Typically, calcium deposits will build up slowly around the faucet aerator and over time reduce the pressure of the water. Unblocking such an aerator is easy: carefully take out the aerator and remove all debris. Mount it on back and your low water pressure problem will be a thing of the past.

Tub Draining Slowly

A slow draining tub does not have to give you needless trouble. In a matter of minutes, you can solve this problem using readily available tools at home. Often times, the reason for the slow draining of your tub is an accumulation of hair, which over time becomes substantial enough to slow down your water on its way down the drain. To solve this problem, you will need to use needle nose pliers or the Zip-it tool. These two are excellent tools for reaching into and clearing out all debris in your drain. If your drain has a tub stopper, remove it first to get better access to all the hairs clogging your drain.

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.