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Your Spring Outdoor To-Do List

By Carlos on March 29, 2023 Seasonal

When the weather begins to get warmer, people are anxious to go outside. Get your home ready for summer by completing some outdoor tasks. Make sure these items are on your spring outdoor “to-do” list. Clean Gutters During the fall and winter months, leaves and twigs collect in the gutters. If the gutter is clogged, it can overflow and cause problems for your home. Incidentally, it’s also a good time to check the drainage around your home. April showers bring May flowers; make sure the gutter and drainpipes are clear. Clean Around the AC Take a look at your air…

Irish-inspired Dishes to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

By Carlos on March 15, 2023 Food and Dining

Everyone knows that corned beef and cabbage is a traditional favorite for St. Patrick’s Day, but there are other traditional Irish recipes that are sure to please. Shepherd’s Pie Shepherd’s Pie, also known as cottage pie, is one of the best-known Irish dishes. The dish is made with minced meat (traditionally beef or lamb) cooked in onions and served with a mashed potato crust. The dish originated with working class folks in Ireland sometime in the 18th century, when the potato was gaining popularity as an inexpensive source of food. Today, shepherd’s pie is cooked with a variety of vegetables,…

How to Get Your Green Thumb Ready for Spring

By Carlos on March 7, 2023 Hobby, Seasonal

Spring is coming even though it may not feel like it yet in Long Island. Now is the time to get out your tools and get to growing seedlings indoors for the spring planting. Get your garden tools, seed collections, and green thumb ready. Follow these steps and get your garden abuzz by the time spring graces us with her presence. Where to Have the Garden? Choose an area or create boxes in order to grow. The area needs to be level, get at least six hours of sunlight per day, be near a water source, as well as drain…

The Best Coffee Alternatives

By Carlos on March 4, 2023 Food & Drink

There’s nothing like a hot cup of coffee to get your day started. However, you might want to drink a cup of coffee with your dinner or in the evening before going to bed. Unfortunately, the impacts that the caffeine has on your body might not allow you to go to sleep at night. If you want to drink coffee without the side effects of the caffeine, then consider some of the alternatives that are available. A caffeine-free alternative is also beneficial for your health as the removal of it from your diet can begin to enhance your metabolism. Mushrooms…

Ways to Save Money on Dining Out

By Carlos on March 3, 2023 Food and Dining

Did you know that Americans are spending billions of dollars more at restaurants than on groceries? Preserve your finances and enjoy a meal away with the buffet of options to feast on savings. 1. Budget It Take control of the urge to splurge by setting a limit on how much you will spend on restaurant meals. Having a budget will help you determine how often you will dine and which restaurants fit within your means. 2. Savings in Your Wallet You may be holding a key to dining discounts. Are you a student? A member of AAA or AARP? Veteran…

Creative Cold Cut Sandwich Recipes

By Carlos on March 3, 2023 Food & Drink

Whether you pack it for lunch, make it for a quick snack, or even have it as the main course for dinner, the timeless cold cut sandwich has never let us down. Enjoy a classic ham and cheese, take on a robust roast beef and provolone, or go light with turkey and avocado, there are endless amount of classics to choose from. But we want to help you get a little more creative with your cold cut creations, so lets dive in to some of these exciting and amazing recipes you may not have tried before! Roasted Chicken with Pesto,…

Easy Ways to Save on Your Taxes

By Carlos on March 1, 2023 Money

Resourceful taxpayers will always look for strategies to reduce yearly tax obligations. You should see the positive side. Many options remain open for Americans hoping to cut back on taxes or probably add to the number of refunds without breaking the rule of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Remember the revenue agency modifies its policies time and again, so deductions and credits also vary. Know the Fundamentals Ignorance of how things should work can cause you problems in the long run. To avoid this predicament, learn the essentials of federal tax legislation which includes saving tips. By claiming more deductions,…

Gingerbread House Decorating Ideas

By Carlos on December 17, 2022 Food and Dining, Holiday

Gingerbread houses are a fun, time-honored tradition for many families. The joy of gathering around and helping to decorate and build this sweet holiday decoration is a happy memory for many. If you’d like to break away from using store bought kits and want to put your own spin on your gingerbread house, here are some gingerbread house decorating ideas to get you started. Make it Monochromatic Using one color scheme can really make your project pop. Buy different types of candies in shades of the same color and let the texture of the candies be your focal point. Pastel…

Tips to Stay Healthy During the Holidays

By Carlos on December 15, 2022 Health & Wellness

The holiday season comes with a lot of health drawbacks, including colds, the flu, slips and falls and packing on a few extra pounds. Avoid germs, injuries, and fend off the seasonal weight by following these tips for healthy holidays. Prevention The cold and the flu spread rapidly during the winter, making it important to regularly wash your hands and stay warm. There is also a higher risk of slip and fall accidents during the winter. Sprinkle salt along the walkways near your home to prevent falls and other related injuries from ice this winter. Be Mindful of What You…

Photo Tips for Holiday Cards

By Carlos on December 13, 2022 Holiday

For some families, a Christmas card photo is the only family picture they take every year. Getting the picture perfect holiday cards can be a chore. Here are a few helpful tips to ensure you get a great photo for your holiday cards. Select a Good Quality Photo The point of sending a family photo in your holiday card is so your friends and relatives can see you and your family. If you use a tiny, blurry, grainy, or poor quality photo, no one will see you clearly. Make sure to take and select a high quality photo for your…

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