WebMD.com Create a Plan “The educational system is ‘home base’ for a family with autism,” says Kerry Magro, of Autism Speaks, who was diagnosed with the condition as a child. Your child probably has had a specialized plan called an IEP (individualized education program) to help her through the lower grades. “As kids who are on the autism spectrum enter their high school years, they should have … [Read more...]
FDA Announces New Narcotic Painkiller Warning Labels
WebMD.com TUESDAY, Sept. 10 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is requiring all extended-release, long-acting narcotic painkillers to carry revised warning labeling, the agency said Tuesday. One warning restricts the use of these painkillers to those who need daily, around-the-clock, long-term pain management and for whom non-narcotic drugs haven't worked. A second warning … [Read more...]
Tips For Men: How To Look Your Best
Here are some ways to help you look your best! How to Get a Great Shave Wash your face. Use a brush to lather up with a cream or gel. WAIT 2-3 minutes. Use a sharp double-blade razor. Shave in the direction the hair grows. How to Wear Suspenders Before you get dressed, clip or button suspenders to the back waist of your pants. Put your trousers on. Then attach suspenders to the … [Read more...]
How To Paint: Trim
Recommendations for painting trim vary. Have the walls already been painted? Has the trim already been installed? Your answers to these questions and others may determine the best course of action when learning how to paint your trim. To apply finishes prior to installation, lay down a drop cloth and place the strips across sawhorses. Use a high-density foam roller or brush to apply the finishes. … [Read more...]
How To Paint: The Ceiling
Painting is perhaps the easiest of DIY home upgrades, but tackling the ceiling can be a daunting endeavor, particularly since it requires a bit of elevation and contortion. Here are some pointers on prep and techniques that will teach you how to paint your ceiling and help you accomplish the job easily and successfully, just like a pro. Tools and supplies required: • Paint • Primer • Drop … [Read more...]
How To Paint: Cupboards
Here are six steps on how to paint your cupboards like a pro! Remove Hardware Remove the cabinet doors, drawers, and all cabinet hardware. (Do not kid yourself into believing you can achieve a professional result without doing this.) Apply Quality Primer If your cabinets are stained, apply at least two coats of a quality primer. For me, there’s nothing better than BIN, Zinsser’s shellac-based … [Read more...]
Mail Box Ideas
We just moved and I have found that the community mail box isn't just for apartment buildings anymore. This makes me sad on so many different levels but most of all I am disappointed that I can't personalize our mail box. I have done so many fun (temporary) things like flower pots with our house numbers. Bob Vila has put together a little slide show to show you some great personalized mail … [Read more...]
How To Paint: Furniture
You may look around your home and think "Man that could use a little TLC". With these tips, Bob Vila gives you excellent tips when it comes to how to paint your furniture. Regardless of what you choose for a paint makeover—a kitchen cabinet, dresser, or chair—you’ll want to start by wiping it down with lightly soapy water to remove dust and dirt. Once dry, make a fair assessment of the piece. … [Read more...]
Childhood Bullying Can Leave Life Long Scars
WebMD Higher risk of illness, work and social problems seen in long-term study TUESDAY, Aug. 20 (HealthDay News) -- Highlighting the harm caused by bullying, a new study finds the effects of childhood bullying last into adulthood and can lead to problems such as illness, job difficulties and poor relationships with others. Researchers assessed 1,420 people four to six times between the ages of … [Read more...]
How To Paint: A Room
Painting entire rooms may be my least favorite DIY project. It is the easiest way to transform the look of your home but it can be a pain in the neck. Here are some quick tips to help you get the best results. How to Paint Your Room Start Off Right Make it easy on yourself and do it like the pros. Start by emptying the room or at least giving yourself access to all of the walls by grouping and … [Read more...]
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