I'm guilty of all three of these "don'ts" but apparently I need to knock it off. Let's face it, when you walk into someone's house you're not nearly as judgey as you're afraid they are when they walk into yours. 1. "Sorry for the mess" First of all, is it actually a mess? Or do you have like, one throw pillow off center and a pair of shoes near the door? Even if it is a total mess in your eyes — … [Read more...]
I'll Do It Tomorrow: Why You Procrastinate
We all procrastinate on some level, some worse than others. WebMD has outlined in this article not only why we procrastinate but how we can fix it. WebMD.com By Paula Spencer Scott WebMD Feature Procrastination is a long word for this quick idea: later. It's telling yourself you'll do things "tomorrow" or "when I feel more like it." When is putting things off a problem? Everyone delays or … [Read more...]
Unlikely Animal Friends
via boredpanda.com These two adorable and unlikely animal friends, Penny the chicken and Roo the two-legged Chihuahua, met each other through Alicia Williams, who works at Duluth Animal Hospital in the U.S. She saved both animals from almost certain death. Roo was found in a ditch by the side of the road. Because he was found missing two legs, it was suspected that he had been born deformed at a … [Read more...]
Habits That Seriously Harm Your Relationship
In honor of Valentines Day, I thought I'd post a little something about relationships. I am by no means a relationship expert. Mr. Sthole and I have only been married for 10 years. But here are some things (from lifehack.org) that I have found to be true. lifehack.org 1. Nagging Too Much Many studies have pointed to nagging as being the number one factor that makes men dissatisfied with their … [Read more...]
Sneaky Tricks To Help You Eat Healthy
Whether it's a resolution or not, eating healthy is on everyone's mind. Sometimes we can set ourselves up for failure. Keeping junk in the house, is one that is obvious to some, but there are more ways than that to make our efforts harder. Here are some tips from houzz.com to make it easier to eat healthy and stick with fresh, delicious, home made foods. Houzz.com 1. Keep fresh herbs and … [Read more...]
Great Books with a DIY Point of View
If there's one thing I love, it's reading. My girls and I can often be found in a comfortable chair with a big book in hand. Reading, to me, is the most magical past time a person can have. Books are a great friend. They don't care how much money you have, what your hobbies are, whether you put pants on today or not... they're ready to take you off to far off lands, back in time or put you in … [Read more...]
List of Top Obese Groups of Workers
via WebMD.com By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- Truck drivers, cleaning-service employees and mechanics are among the most obese groups of workers, new research contends. Not far behind are health-service workers and administrative and clerical personnel, the study out of Washington state found. The multiyear survey didn't draw a direct causal … [Read more...]
Lazy Person's Guide To Cleaning
I only admit this to you, my dear friends, because I am sure I am not alone out there. And maybe if I can admit it to you, it will be easier for you to admit it too. I hate to clean. I am probably one of the worlds worst house keepers. I would rather be playing with my kids or talking to my mom then doing dishes and folding laundry. Because of this, my house is often not company ready. It … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Use Turmeric
Following our lead from yesterday's post, we're going to explore another way to incorporate something new into your dishes. Turmeric is a popular spice in Indian dishes, but here in America about all we know it for is mustard (that's what turns it yellow). Recently though, studies have come out showing the health benefits of turmeric - so here are 7 ways to use that jar in your cupboard that you … [Read more...]
A New Spin on the Banana
If you have special dietary needs you may already know the versatility of the banana, but for those of us who are just cruising around the internet, finding out that you can make a healthier version of ice cream and butter-less buttercream icing is a complete game changer. Here are some recipes from TheKitchn.com: How to make 1-ingredient ice cream... Here's a step-by-step list. The major tips … [Read more...]
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