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When it comes to gift buying – there are some people that are just hard to buy for. Perhaps you don’t know them that well, or you’re not sure what the right gift would be. And, if you’re trying to stay within a budget – it can be even harder.  Whether you need a gift […]

When kids are on summer vacation, they probably don’t want to think about school. After all, they’ve just spent the last nine months working hard, completing homework and taking tests. But parents often worry about the “summer slide” – the decline in reading ability or other academic [...]

Memorial Day seems to be the unofficial kickoff to summer. With longer days, warmer weather and plenty of sunshine coming, it’s also the start of barbecue season. Barbecue season has people getting out their grills and smokers and planning get-togethers with family and friends. If you’re [...]

You may associate higher utility bills with the colder months. After all, you’ve got your heat turned up trying to stay warm. You have your oven going as you prepare hearty meals. You may even try and warm up with an extra hot shower. But, summer utility bills can be just as high. If you’re [...]

“The Earth laughs in flowers.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson When spring comes each year, it certainly seems as if the Earth is laughing – a lot. Flowers seem to pop up everywhere – outside in the parks, at your local garden centers, in your farmers’ markets. They are beautiful in color and [...]

Are you ready for some nicer weather? If you’re like most people, the answer is definitely yes. But, is your patio or balcony ready? If the answer is no, don’t worry. You’ve got plenty of time to get this space ready to use in the warmer weather. Decide What You’ll Use the Space For The […]

There’s nothing better than a grilled meal. Grilling is fun for parties or for a simple hot dog dinner. As you use the grills, keep in mind that you are sharing them with everyone in the entire community. We want you to use them, but you also want to be considerate of how your actions […]

Are you bored at the gym? The elliptical and treadmills are great for getting the heart rate up, but you also need to add in other exercises to keep seeing results. One of the best tools that you have at the gym is a dumbbell. You can do virtually anything with it, and it’s so […]

There are lots of sports that children can participate in today. Baseball, soccer, gymnastics – just to name a few. What should your child choose? If you’re looking to explore options when it comes to sports, don’t forget about golf. Golf is often an overlooked sport for kids, but there [...]

Emergencies happen when we least expect it, and they put us in a state of panic. Our basic survival instincts kick in, and we reach for the closest things by us. You won’t have time or the clarity of mind to grab all of the essentials that you need to have on you in case […]