There’s nothing quite like coming home to a beautiful house and impeccably designed front lawn. While freshly groomed grass is always a tried and true way to keep your lawn looking good, you can do so much more than that. If you don’t have the budget to spend on expensive flowers and fountains, check out these 10 ways to obtain your dream lawn on a budget. 1. Get Creative Think about landscaping concepts that you have always dreamed of and find a way to come up with a cheaper alternative. Consider anything that may improve your home’s curb appeal and…
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Nothing can dampen a great first impression or kill the mood faster than bad breath. No matter how prepared you are to combat that less-than-fresh breath, it has a way of popping up at the least convenient times. Of course, the first and most important step in combating bad breath, or halitosis, is maintaining a healthy mouth, so brushing, flossing, and seeing a dentist regularly are excellent practices to promote good oral hygiene. But how can you battle halitosis during the day in between brushing? Below are ten ways to freshen your breath naturally that you can easily adopt into…
National Eye Exam Awareness Month is an ideal time to have an eye exam. Here are some reasons why it’s important to have your eyes checked. Eye Exams Reveal More Than How Well a Person Can See Maintaining proper vision is a major component in an individual’s quality of life, but routine eye examinations can also identify certain eye diseases. Glaucoma Glaucoma is one of the primary reasons for blindness. When a person has open angle glaucoma, eye pressure will increase, which is typically painless, and it will eventually cause optic nerve damage. Narrow-angle glaucoma is different and causes severe…
When the summer temperatures get hot outside, watermelon is the perfect fruit to cool you down. Whether you are looking for something savory or sweet, watermelon is the fruit that can do it all. From desserts to main courses, watermelon is the go-to ingredient for this summer. Liven Up Your Salads Summertime is a great time to kick up your salad recipes to the next level. Watermelon adds a level of sweetness to your greens. If you want a star for your next lettuce bowl, look no further than a slice of watermelon. Grilled Watermelon Salad Who says that watermelon…
Coloring is a new object of fascination among adults, it’s been discovered that it is stress relieving tool with far reaching health benefits. Coloring can also be executed on digital platforms like tablets, PC and Smartphone. Coloring generates wellness, a calming ambience and stimulates the brain’s motor skills. Dr. Carl Jung is one of the first psychologists to tout coloring’s ability to produce a calming and relaxing effect. Another psychologist, Gloria Martinez opines that coloring activates the cerebral hemispheres of the brain, most notably the vision and motor skills since the activity demands logic and creativity. The logic comes from…
There is now a holiday to enjoy as friends, National Girlfriends Day! There is no better time to celebrate your friendships. Here are a few ways to spend time with your favorite ladies. Plan a Trip Are you looking for a little getaway before summer ends? This is now the perfect time to get out of town with your friends. Spending some time away is a good way to relax and share a few laughs. If you can’t find the time for a whole weekend away, consider a mini staycation. There are plenty of museums, art galleries, and stores to…
Instead of shopping for a purebred dog, there are several benefits to adopting a mutt. In reality, there are many surprising benefits to adopting a mixed breed dog, and you might be surprised how much better than can be in the long-run for you and the pet. Here are some reasons why you should consider adopting a mutt to add to your family. Mutts are Trendy Mixed breeds are becoming trendier each day. Just in the past few years, mutts have really begun to gain momentum and attention in the world. In fact, when looking at most surveys, the majority…
If you are like most people, laundry day is one of your most dreaded days, especially if you have to go to the laundromat. But laundry day does not have to be a miserable experience. With a few tips and tricks, make laundry day easier and maybe even enjoyable. Don’t Wash Your Clothes Every Time You Wear Them One of the easiest ways to avoid doing so much laundry is to wash your clothes less often. If you only wear something for a short while, you may be able to get another wear out of it. You can also keep…
Taking a relaxing vacation to a gorgeous tropical destination may be something that you enjoy once a year or it may simply be something that you dream about doing one day in the future. You could spend a substantial amount of money to enjoy a tropical getaway for a limited number of days, or you could spend money updating your backyard for regular enjoyment throughout the year. Regardless of the size of your yard, you could make a few strategic improvements to transform it into a tropical paradise. Create a space that you will love for years to come with…
In the summer, your skin is exposed to a variety of conditions, with the change in temperature, humidity, amount of sunlight and length of UV rays. Having healthy skin not only makes you look like your most beautiful self, but it also makes the rest of your body healthier. Follow the skin care tips below to keep your skin healthy and beautiful all summer long. Wear Sunscreen It’s important to protect your skin when you go outside, especially during the summer. Protecting your skin from harmful rays will not only keep you looking younger for longer, but it will also…