Lawn Thatch Prevention: Practical Ways to Avoid Thatch Problems
Thatch is a layer of dead grass roots and stems that sits between growing green grass and the ground. A thin layer of thatch (less than 1/2 inch deep) is important for the health of the lawn. A thin layer of thatch protects turf from extreme heat or cold...
How to give your child a cool birthday party!
There’s nothing wrong with having a birthday party at Chuck E. Cheese or somewhere with bouncy houses, but with just a little planning and effort, you can throw a birthday party people will be talking about for a long time. My husband and I consider planning our 2 annual...
How to reach rebellious teens and get them to follow your advice
When I was a teenager, the thing I hated the most was having to listen to what adults told me to do. In my mind at the time, I thought I had all the answers. She couldn’t wait until she was older so she didn’t have to listen to...
How to choose video games that both parents and children will love
To listen to parents, the perfect video game is educational, provides little life lessons, strengthens hand-eye coordination, and keeps kids entertained for about 30 minutes at a time. However, listening to the kids, it seems like the educational qualities fall far short of the needs for speed, action, radical...
Secret to achieve your dream of 36-24-36
Women are so concerned about their bodies. They want it to be as perfect as possible. They sweat their assets to achieve 36-24-36. “36-24-36” is synonymous with “sexy.” The 36-24-36 represents the bust-waist-hip measurement. They say this is so sexy and the perfect proportion of the body measurement. Yes,...
6 eating secrets to help you lose weight at Christmas
start with vegetables. To make sure you and your family get all the vitamins, fiber, minerals, and protective compounds that vegetables provide, start a meal with a hearty, hot vegetable soup. This will NOT rack up the calories and you’ll find you’ll eat less for the main course. Stock...
Dollars & Sense – How to increase the value of your home
It’s no secret that a complete remodeling job, even if it’s just for one room, can cost thousands of dollars. While the cost may be justifiable if you plan to stay in the home for a long time, most remodeling projects increase the value of your home by as...
Best Kids Toys – What’s Hot in 2010?
Are you wondering what will be the best toys for children this year? Are you looking for a great birthday present, are you already thinking about the Christmas season or just want to buy something new for the kids? The world of toys is booming, and before you know...
Christmas gifts for 5-year-old girls: gift ideas for that special girl in your life
Are you already looking for Christmas gifts? What, it’s too early to receive your gifts… think again. It is worth buying now to eliminate the stress of the Christmas period. It also means things could be cheaper and easier to come by. Christmas is a time notorious for running...
10 Tips for Reading to Children You Need to Learn Now
We are all aware that today, most kids are far more interested in watching TV for hours, playing video games all night long, and gossiping on the internet than they are in reading. According to recent figures from the US Department of Education, children spend an average of four...