Protect Your Home From Allergies
Regular vacuuming is the most effective way to prolong the life of your carpets. By removing dry particles, you help prevent premature wear caused by abrasive soils grinding away at carpet fibers. A good quality vacuum cleaner does more than prevent abrasive damage to your carpet. The right vacuum also helps remove pollutants and contaminants […]
Chicken “Zoodle” Soup
Enjoy this lighter spin on a comfort food classic. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup diced onions1 cup diced celery1 cup sliced carrots3/4 pound cooked chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 pinch dried thyme (optional)3 zucchini squash, cut into ‘noodles’* DirectionsHeat olive oil in a large pot over […]
The Power of a Campfire
For early humans, fire provided warmth, protection and an opportunity to socialize. Campfires brought people together and created opportunities for cultural development. Fast-forward to the present day, and people have lost that sense of community and social behavior. According to Fortune, the amount of people describing themselves as lonely has doubled over the past several decades. […]
Plan for Your Future
It is more important to securely fund retirement accounts than to save heavily for a child’s college education, according to USA Today. Deciding whether to save for retirement versus education is often filled with complex emotions. But, in fact, it is wise to prioritize retirement first. While children can take out student loans to pay […]
Female Trailblazers
Twin sisters Agnes and Margaret Smith, born in 1843, broke societal barriers and were responsible for one of the most important ancient discoveries. Raised with an unconventional upbringing, the sisters mastered several languages, traveled extensively, married late in life, and caused scandal exercising in their yard in their bloomers. But the sisters electrified the world […]
LOVE Your Clean Carpet
On the surface, carpet cleaning seems pretty simple. Rent a machine. Fill the tank. Pour in some detergent. Flip a switch and start cleaning. Before long, your carpet is clean and fresh. However, as anyone who has actually cleaned carpet knows, there’s more to it than that. Here are some interesting facts about carpet that […]
Baked Buffalo Wings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 20 chicken wings 1/2 cup melted butter 1/2 cup hot pepper sauce Directions: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and lightly grease with cooking spray. Place flour and spices into a resealable plastic bag. Shake to mix. Add […]
Life is Sweet
Chocolate is good for you, but not a lot of it at once. It’s hard to believe that what was once considered to be a guilty indulgence has now proved to be good for your heart, your lungs, and your brain. There’s even more good news. The liberally found in dark chocolate appear to produce the […]
Love and Money
Connecting with your spouse on a financial level is critical. Planning can build a strong financial foundation for your relationship. Here are some steps to help create a plan: Step 1: Define success. Talk to your partner to determine exactly what you both want for your financial future. Once you know your goals, it’s easier […]
Ready, Set GO!
Americans sometimes get a bad rap as travelers because of their inability to speak other languages. But there are many exciting places to visit that are incredibly accessible to those of us who only speak English. According to Forbes magazine, Europe offers many options. Amsterdam is one of their firstrecommendations. It’s easy to fly into and […]