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10 Tips for Using Chalk Paint

By Carlos on February 28, 2020 Home

Chalk paint is a beautiful option when painting furniture that leaves a rich and distressed finish. Chalk paint is great to work with as it is odorless and dries quickly. Follow the tips listed below to use chalk paint best and get creative! 1. You Don’t Have to Perform Excessive Prep Work For most types of paint, excessive prep is required including cleaning or sanding surfaces. Some paints even call for you to use primer on the furniture before beginning the painting process. You will be happy to learn that chalk paint does not require any of this as chalk…

Chili Recipes for National Chili Day

By Carlos on February 27, 2020 Food & Drink

Chili could be thought of as the ultimate crowd-pleaser. It’s also the ultimate cook-off dish. Only 5% of individuals surveyed said they don’t care for it, making chili about as close as you can get to a sure -fire party dish. No wonder so many folks want to bust out the chili recipes for the perfect game-day, tailgating food! Family formulas are protected like gemstones, and those magical mystery ingredients are never discussed at parties much louder than a murmur. About 20% of individuals admit their families have a secret chili formula and 10% of people state they have a…

Best Tips for a Fun Travel Experience

By Carlos on February 26, 2020 Travel

Traveling can be a transformative and life-changing experience, but it can also be intensely stressful. From delayed flights to canceled hotel rooms, unexpected outbreaks and language barriers, there is a lot of behind-the-scenes stress when it comes to travel. By using a few insider tips, you can learn ways to make your travel experience easier and more enjoyable. Pack Light The more you carry the more stress you will have. Carrying a lot of baggage slows you down and forces you to deal with baggage fees and delays which can drag you down mentally while on a trip. If you…

Lent-Friendly Meatless Recipes

By Carlos on February 25, 2020 Food & Drink

For some people who are accustomed to eating meat, it might seem like quite the challenge to create a diverse menu during Lent. You might not even realize how often you reach for a piece of meat to fulfill your protein needs in a meal. It might be a natural reaction, in fact, to merely omit certain elements of the dinner, but the end result is a much more meager spread for you and your family. Fortunately, with the plethora of vegetarian and vegan options out there these days – including recipes online! – it is surprisingly easy to find…

10 Easy Sweet Potato Recipes

By Carlos on February 22, 2020 Food and Dining

The sweet potato is a vegetable that is often overlooked for dishes. Other than the traditional sweet potato pies made during the holiday season, one could wonder if the sweet potato is a forgotten food. Rich in fiber and loaded with a variety of powerful vitamins, this healthy potato can be incorporated into some of the most delicious recipes. A simple baked sweet potato. This delightful dish is perfect alone or paired with grilled chicken or a hotdog for a really great meal. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. Using a fork, poke small holes all over the skin of…

Make Extra Money from Home

By Carlos on February 19, 2020 Money

Income enhancement is a good way to live a better life, but not all jobs are equal. Those who are determined not to do the nine to five grind can now find easy ways to make extra money from the comfort of their home. If you are one of those people, keep reading to find the interesting and often lucrative ways you can stay home and still earn spending money. Selling Stuff De-cluttering the home has become a new way of life for many who enjoy shopping, and selling those items can net some fast cash. There are plenty of…

Money Saving Tips for Your Wedding

By Carlos on February 18, 2020 Money

A wedding can be a very expensive event. Those that are trying to avoid the heavy expenses that come with the wedding should look for plans that can help them have a blast without spending a fortune. There are definitely a lot of things that can provide this opportunity, but people must be diligent about their search. Start With the Dress The dress can be one of the most expensive things to pay for when it comes to a wedding. That is why you need to start with the dress. There are a ton of bridal outlets and websites that…

Exercises to Boost Heart Health

By Carlos on February 17, 2020 Health & Wellness

Maintaining an active lifestyle is a key step to improving heart health. Physical activity not only strengthens the heart, but also helps manage your weight, prevents damage to your arteries, reduces high blood sugar, and combats high blood pressure. You do not have to be an athlete to improve your heart health, and it’s never too late to start working out. Aerobic exercise and strength training is the most beneficial to heart health. Don’t forget to stretch! Although it is not the main contributor to heart health, improving your flexibility provides the support your body needs for aerobic and strength…

Last Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas

By Carlos on February 14, 2020 Holiday

A lot of people consider Valentine’s Day to be a high-pressure holiday. This is especially the case for couples who’ve only been dating for a short time or are celebrating a special anniversary. While there are many who plan for this day months in advance, there are also those who wait until the last possible moment. Luckily, the best dates don’t always require large amounts of preparation. Below are a few last-minute ideas for Valentine’s Day. 1. Recreate the First Date Would you like your loved one to know how special they are to you? Well, you could always recreate…

Easy Recipes to Cook with Wine

By Carlos on February 12, 2020 Food & Drink

When you cook with wine, you can unlock certain flavors that only awaken when you involve alcohol. There are several notable recipes that incorporate vino and we invite you to try your hand at adding some wine to the cooking routine. Just remember the cornerstone rule of cooking with wine; always cook with a wine you like to drink by itself. Grilled Cheese & Wine Ingredients Bread, French, 2 slices Butter, 1-2 tbsp Onion, red, 1/2, chopped Garlic, 1, minced Rosemary, dash Thyme, dash Flour, 1 tbsp Wine, red, 3/4 cup Cheese, Gruyere, 1/2 cup Directions Melt butter in a…

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