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Best Flowers to Plant for Your Fall Garden

By Carlos on September 20, 2019 Outdoor, Seasonal

Do you want the beauty of your flower beds to last well into the fall? The trick is to plant flowers that bloom late in the growing season and enjoy cooler weather. Here are some colorful additions to your flowerbed that display their most exceptional beauty in the autumn. Chrysanthemums Chrysanthemums, or ‘mums’ for short, come in gorgeous fall colors such as red, pink, peach, orange and yellow. Not only are mums colorful, but they also come in a wide variety of sizes, from tiny, two-inch mini-mums to huge plants that grow up to several feet across. Planting and caring…

Storing Your Outdoor Furniture

By Carlos on September 19, 2019 Home, Seasonal

If you have ever experienced the frustration of removing your outdoor furniture from storage and finding it rusting or covered in mold and mildew, you know how disappointing this can be. Fortunately, you can make sure that this does not happen next season by following a few simple steps to protect your furniture through the winter months. 1. Give it a Good Cleaning This first step is, perhaps, one of the most important steps in getting your outdoor furniture ready for winter storage. Storing furniture with dirt, debris, or food stuck in the crevices can lead to the development of…

National Cheeseburger Day Recipes

By Carlos on September 18, 2019 Food & Drink

Is there anything better than a big, juicy cheeseburger to satisfy your cravings? Definitely not. National Cheeseburger Day is the perfect day to rejoice in all things meaty and cheesy. Give these recipes a try to really amp up the celebration factor. Brunch Burger Why not start off the day with the true breakfast of champions… the Brunch Burger. This burger combines two of the richest foods on the planet- eggs and beef- to make one out-of-this-world brunch item. Ingredients: • 1 lb lean ground beef • 1/2 tsp black pepper • 1/2 tsp salt • 4 eggs • 4…

The Best Times to Buy a Car

By Carlos on September 17, 2019 Wheels and Water

Buying a new automobile can be stressful for anyone. It takes time and research to find a vehicle that meets your standards. When car salesmen see you set foot on their car lot, they will not hesitate to pounce on you. However, the car buying experience all becomes worth it once you know you have secured a great deal. If you are interested in saving money, it’s important for you to shop for a vehicle at the right time. When it comes to saving hundreds or even thousands of dollars, your timing must be perfect. If you keep this in…

How to Celebrate Wife Appreciation Day

By Carlos on September 15, 2019 Family

Wife Appreciation Day is fast approaching and if you’ve never heard of it, you can probably guess what it is just based off the name. The official date to celebrate is September 15, which is conveniently on a Sunday this year – giving you a full 24 hours to remind your wife that she’s the most important person in your life. And while hopefully your wife should feel appreciated every day, this is just an opportunity to ramp up the effort and do something especially nice for her. Besides, whether you’re newlyweds or have been married for 50 years, there’s…

Top Game Day Recipes

By Carlos on September 13, 2019 Food & Drink

Football season is a foodie’s dream. This is the time of year to really get creative with game day fare. There is an entire culture that revolves around the game, the food, and the beverages served. Whether you are watching the game on TV or tailgating in the stadium parking lot, the food should be as festive as the event and easy to eat with your hands. Here are a few tasty recipe ideas for game day. Salmon and Cream Cheese Rolls Prep time: 10 min Servings: 6 to 8 Ingredients: 4 large flour tortillas 16 ounces cream cheese 10…

How to Seal Drafts in Your Home

By Carlos on September 12, 2019 Home

Did you know that you could save as much as 15 percent on your winter heating bills by performing a few winterizing tasks in the late fall? By sealing leaky doors and windows, you are cutting down on the amount of cold air that enters your home, reducing the wear and tear on your furnace or heat pump and saving money along the way. Here are a few ways you can quickly and affordably seal air leaks and keep your home that much warmer in the winter. 1. Use Wintering Plastic Around Patio Doors and Windows One of the easiest…

Guide to Fall Fitness and Health

By Carlos on September 11, 2019 Health & Wellness

With summer slowly coming to a close, nature begins to prepare itself for slumber and the pace of things seem to slow down. People, however, can take these cooler days and crisper air and turn them into the perfect time for reinvigorating active and healthy lifestyles. New school years and changing seasons are great times to get into learning new habits.. Follow this simple guide and get into some of these fall health and fitness activities. Get Outside Fall is a delight for the senses: the sight of blazing fall foliage, the smells of apples, the crunch of leaves, and…

Ideas for Fall Pumpkin Treats

By Carlos on September 10, 2019 Food & Drink, Seasonal

Something magical happens when fall rolls around; a simple, rustic beauty comes from nature. People put out their festive decorations welcoming the harvest as tradition has done for millennia. Comfort foods warm you from the inside out. The kitchen is no longer sweltering from the summer heat and the oven chases the chills from the home. Pumpkin is just one staple scent and flavor of fall. You can satisfy your taste for seasonal pumpkin treats with this wide variety of shareable dessert ideas. Down East Maine Pumpkin Bread Spicy and moist, this delectable quick bread is quick and easy to…

Game Day Tailgating Tips

By Carlos on September 7, 2019 Seasonal

Because a game day tailgate party requires a lot of food and beverages, anyone who hosts this type of event should have solid preparation, cooking, setup, and serving strategies. If this process seems challenging to you, these game day tailgating tips can help. Prepare Food in Advance To stay on schedule, you’ll need to prepare the most time-consuming tailgate dishes in advance. Begin by making a list of foods, which include the ingredients that you’ll need for different dishes. If you’re going to serve people a few yards outside a stadium, review the club’s rules and regulations before creating a…

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