Facts to Teach Your New Teen Driver
Statistics reveal that teen drivers are inexperienced, usually distracted, and impulsive. That’s every single teenager, from the A student to the wild child. That won’t come as news to the insurance industry, which charges high rates for teen drivers. But, teens might not know the dangers of their own inexperience. Parents who are teaching their […]
Wellness Retreats
A spa and infrared sauna in Bali? Taichi, meditation and yoga in Portugal? In 2018, there is probably a wellness retreat that suits the way you like to relax and unwind. According to Tom Marchant, the co-founder of a travel company called Black Tomato, in an interview with CNN journalist, Nora Zelevansky, there has been […]
Moneywise
Annoying chip readers Swiping a credit card just seems so much more efficient than sticking the card into a terminal and waiting. And waiting. But the chip cards are actually more secure, credit companies say. The chip cards attempt to prevent fraud by generating a unique code for every transaction that can only be used […]
The Truth about Spots and Stains
You may have seen some of the commercials on television that show a bottle of spot remover that can quickly and easily remove stains from carpet and upholstery like magic. Red wine, ketchup, coffee, fruit punch, spaghetti sauce, grass stains and more are removed in seconds with no rubbing or scrubbing. Just spray and blot! […]
Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Ingredients: 2 cups crushed pretzels 3/4 cup butter, melted 3 tablespoons white sugar 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 cup white sugar 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed 2 (3 ounce) packages strawberry flavored Jell-O® 2 cups boiling water 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen strawberries Directions: Preheat oven to 400 […]
The Power of a Campfire
Consider the power of fire to early humans: It provided heat for food and warmth and protection against predators. What is less obvious is that the fire provided a setting where people could talk and socialize. A study from the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that it is the less-often cited social […]
How to Take Care of Yourself After a Heart Attack
The American Heart Association recommends these five steps to give yourself the best chance at recovery from a heart attack. Take any prescribed medication. Follow the instructions of your doctor and take all medication as directed. Depending on the severity of heart damage and the underlying causes, you may be prescribed a range of medication. […]
Commuting: You Don’t Control Traffic
How traffic moves is beyond your control. It doesn’t matter if you are in a hurry, uptight, or anticipating something at the end of your commute. So why not relax and go with the flow? The laid-back approach will keep your blood pressure in check and your temper down. Here are some ways to do […]
Tips
Moneywise Buying Flowers According to Aboutflower.com Valentine’s Day accounts for 25 percent of the total dollars spent on flowers for the year in the U.S. But surprisingly, only 20 percent of mothers surveyed by Offers.com list flowers as one of their top gift picks. If flowers are a must, purchasing a few days early through […]
Understanding Your Carpet and How to Solve Problems
When selecting carpet, choosing the right color is often the most difficult part of the process. Most people make relatively neutral choices, picking colors such as beige, taupe, gray and even off white because they blend well with just about any decor. Yet, carpets in bold colors like burgundy, deep, rich browns, regal blues and […]