New Year’s Resolutions for Your Pet
It’s that time of year—time to make New Year’s resolutions. This year, consider some resolutions for your pet. Here are some ideas for a healthier and happier year for both of you. Switch to healthy snacks and keep snacks to less than ten percent of daily calorie intake. Keep your pet at a healthy weight […]
Quick Tips
Organizing Tip Instead of shoving piles of cloth placemats and napkins in a drawer, organize them in sets by using extra-large zipper-sealed bags. Place the set in the bag and use a marker to write how many of each are in the bag. The bags can then be stacked in a large drawer to keep […]
Will You be Happy with Your Carpet After it’s Cleaned?
While carpet cleaning may seem like a simple task, several factors come into play that can make a big difference in how your carpet looks after cleaning. When you choose a company who understands your carpet you will get better results. There are no Easy Answers Some of the most common questions people ask about […]
Luscious Eggnog
Ingredients: 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1/3 cup white sugar salt to taste 2 1/2 cups milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup rum (optional) 2 drops yellow food coloring (optional) 1 pinch ground nutmeg Directions: In a heavy saucepan, combine eggs, white sugar, […]
Sharing Your Table with Fido
Many pet owners think one of the nicer things they can do for their pets is to feed them human food, often scraps from their own table. This actually can pose a significant health risk to your pet, however. Experts recommend that dogs and cats should not eat any human food. There are some foods, […]
Home for the Holidays
Whether you are planning on hosting a crowd for your holiday get-together or you are anticipating a quiet holiday with family and friends, it is nice to have a clean and organized home for the holidays. Get a jump start on your pre-holiday housework and the task will seem more manageable. These tips will help […]
Essential Nutrients for Healthy Brains
A recent study published in the Journal of Neurology has shown that seniors who include more of certain essential nutrients in their diets were less likely to have brain shrinkage associated with Alzheimer’s disease. They were also more likely to score better on mental performance tests. What are those essential nutrients? They include omega-3 fatty […]
It’s New Only Once
Remember when your carpet was brand new? You vowed you would take your shoes off when you came into the house and vacuum twice a week. No eating in the living room! Anything spilled was cleaned up immediately. While these are great promises to make to yourself, even the best kept carpet needs to be […]
Caramel Apple Pork Chops
Ingredients: 4 (3/4 inch) thick pork chops 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 2 tablespoons brown sugar salt and pepper to taste 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tart apples – peeled, cored and sliced • 3 tablespoons pecans (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 175 degrees F (80 degrees C). […]
Preventing Falls Among Seniors
It does not have to be inevitable that as you age, you will suffer from a debilitating fall. There are several steps you can take to help prevent falls. First, take time to make your home safer. Remove items you might trip over on stairs and in walkways. Throw rugs should be secured with double-sided […]