If you’ve been to Lowe’s lately, and by this I mean checked out their Youtube channel, you’ll notice a wealth of DIY videos and shows to make even the pickiest home improvement junkie happy. But Lowe’s has taken it a step further, developing fun and informative mini-series that show exclusively for their channel subscribers. […]
Block those Pesky Pests this Winter
When temperatures drop, critters like pack rats, squirrels, skunks, raccoons and any number of “no-see-ums” will look for a warm and cozy place to hunker down for the winter. Just like us. But unlike us, many of them can fit through holes the size of a quarter. This is why you need to give your […]
Mull It Over!
Tis the season for silver bells, twinkly lights… and mulled wine. You know Christmas is on its way when you have your mitts wrapped around a steamy mug of the spiced wine mixture. But while the comforting warmth and slightly stained lips are two happy by-products of supping this glowing ruby tipple, there are pitfalls. Insufficient […]
Pregnant? Stop the Sugar.
Yes, you’re having cravings for candy and cake, and it’s often really hard not to reach for that soda. But Moms-to-be have many new reasons to decrease, or even better, eliminate sugary drinks and foods during pregnancy. A new study in Annals of the American Thoracic Society shows that curbing your sweet tooth while pregnant […]
Instagram to Crack Down on Fakers
Influencers and brands who use bot apps to boost their popularity and increase audience growth may be in big trouble, thanks to a new initiative just announced by Instagram. In a recent blog post, the mega popular social networking service said it would start removing fake likes, follows, and comments by implementing new “machine learning […]
It’s Faux Feathers for the Holidays!
So you want to kick the holiday fun and frolic up a notch, eh? Mood Fabrics reports that “2018 is the year of the bird, at least where designers are concerned.” A feather trim, earrings or even a totally covered handbag all add a delightful touch of whimsy to any winter ensemble. Or go for it […]
Pushups for Stronger Shoulder Blades
The shoulder blades, or scapulae, and all the myriad of muscles attached to these floating bones in your upper back, are critical links in the kinetic chain from the waist through the shoulders, up to the neck and down to the fingertips. If your scaps misfire, a domino effect of problems soon follows. When looking […]
Test and Fix Holiday Lights the Easy Way
Have you just spent an hour (or two) carefully adorning your Christmas Tree only to flip the switch and find out that %*$#! light strand doesn’t work? Here’s are a couple of fantastic, easy-to-use options for you to try: First, you should always have a holiday light tester and repair kit on hand for just […]
Bill Gates says “Silicon Valley” Captures a lot of Truths
While some people in the real-world Silicon Valley think that HBO’s “Silicon Valley,” the network’s long-running satire, is too critical of the tech industry, Microsoft’s multi-billion dollar co-founder disagrees. In fact, in a new blog entry, Bill Gates puts it bluntly: lighten up. “I have friends in Silicon Valley who refuse to watch the show […]
What to Wear to that Holiday Party this Season?
Tis the season for Holiday Parties, and you want to stand out in all the right ways. Here are the hot styles to help you be festive and fashionable this year…. -Keep it simple with an LBD (Little Black Dress). You can keep it even simpler with a pair of black heels, or use that […]