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Ways to Get Your Garden Ready for Spring

By Carlos on February 28, 2018 Seasonal

Getting your garden ready for spring is beautiful and calming. You’ll love the feeling of the warm earth and sunshine as your prepare your yard for the blooming spring flowers. Below are some essentials tips to get your backyard ready for spring, Happy Gardening! Clean up Your Garden Grab a trash bag and walk around your property, pick up twigs, sticks, broken pieces of fence and wiring. Carry one trash bag for sticks and firewood and carry the other for compostable materials. Notice where weeds need to be pulled out and what needs to be repaired and repainted in the…

Delicious Heart Healthy Recipes

By Carlos on February 26, 2018 Food and Dining

Cooking healthy doesn’t have to mean eating meals that lack flavor. From dinner entrees to desserts, these heart healthy recipes below are good for your health and taste delicious. Salmon Tacos with Mango Salsa Ingredients 2 salmon filets 1 tablespoon light olive oil 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 6 corn tortillas 4 slices of lime Mango salsa (see recipe below) Salt and pepper to taste Salsa 1 ripe mango, diced into small cubes 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro 2 tablespoons minced onion or shallots 1 tablespoon seeded minced jalapeno 1 small lime, juiced Salt to…

Fast and Easy Ways to Make Extra Money from Home

By Carlos on February 25, 2018 Money

Making money today is easier than it was in the past. In fact, you can make money without even leaving your home. There are several fast and easy ways that you can make money from home. Sell Your Items on Online If you have items in your home that you do not want, then you can make money from selling them in your home. All you have to do is take pictures of the items that you want to sell and post them on the items to sell section on the PennySaver website. Not only is this a great way…

DIY Tricks for Removing Salt Stains

By Carlos on February 24, 2018 Seasonal

The salt from ice melt leaves stains on shoes, clothes and even your carpet. Don’t throw anything out or hire expensive cleaners when you can remove these stains yourself with household items you have on hand. Restore your clothes, shoes and carpet back to life with the helpful tips below. Clothes White vinegar is your best friend for removing salt stains. Thankfully, most people already have a container of white vinegar on hand. Clothes are tricky for removing salt stains, but it’s possible. Stains on colored fabrics must be removed as soon as possible to prevent discoloration. If you let…

Easy Dinner Ideas for Meatless Fridays

By Carlos on February 23, 2018 Food and Dining, Frugal Friday

Meatless Friday meals can include dairy, eggs, fish, plants, and fruit, so it is easy to create delicious meals. Whether you are taking part in Meatless Fridays for ethical, religious, environmental, or health reasons, you can use these great recipes to plan easy and filling dinners. Vegetable Quesadillas This Mexican treat is perfect for families with picky eaters because each quesadilla can be customized. Top the quesadillas with guacamole, sour cream, and avocado. Ingredients • 1 red bell pepper diced • 1 medium sweet onion diced • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced • 2 tablespoon olive oil •…

Easy Ways to “Spring” Back into Shape

By Carlos on February 22, 2018 Health & Wellness

Staying in shape is no easy task, especially with other responsibilities like work, family, errands, and extra-curricular activities. Fortunately, it’s never been easier to spring back into a fitness routine or even start a brand new one. Follow the tips below and you’ll get that beach body back in no time. Food Regardless of how many hours you workout at the gym, you need to maintain a healthy diet. Eat small meals of lean protein, veggies, and whole grains throughout the day. Meal prep at the beginning of the week and divide your meals into individual portions for each day,…

Tips for Keeping your Pet’s Teeth Healthy

By Carlos on February 20, 2018 Pets

You are the ultimate pet parent: You make sure your beloved pet eats a healthy, well-balanced diet, sees the veterinarian regularly, and gets plenty of exercise, attention and love. But when is the last time you checked out your pet’s teeth and mouth? Signs your Dog may Have Oral Hygiene Problems • Tooth tartar that is yellow-brown • Bleeding Gums • Red and swollen gums • Difficulty chewing when eating • Dropping food when eating • Large amounts of drool • Change in eating habits • Pawing at the mouth More than 85 percent of dogs who are 4 years…

Fun Activities to do with Kids over Winter Break

By Carlos on February 19, 2018 Seasonal

During Winter Break, kids can easily get cabin fever and whine about how bored they are. Entertaining children throughout the long winter break requires planning and effort. Here are some family-fun activities to do with your kids on their week off. Make Food Art Older and younger kids alike may love to use food creatively to make edible art. Cupcakes, cakes, cookies, pancakes, bacon and eggs and many other types of foods can be adorned with various toppings or cut into unique shapes; the possibilities are endless. Head to a Museum Plan a trip to a local museum. This could…

Best Exercises for Heart Health

By Carlos on February 18, 2018 Health & Wellness

If you’re looking for ways to improve your heart health, there are several workouts that you can do. Did you know that the American Heart Association recommends at least 30 minutes of aerobic exercise a day? Here are a couple of aerobic exercises that you can do to improve your heart health and reduce your risk of heart disease. Walking Whether you go for a walk outdoors or rely on the trusty treadmill, a brisk walk can help improve your physical health. When going for a walk, make sure that you bring some tunes, wear comfortable shoes, and let people…

Spring 2018 Fashion Trends for Fashion Week

By Carlos on February 17, 2018 Seasonal

Spring 2018 is looking bright and bold. Spring collections typically include ethereal hues, romantic floral pieces, draped garments and flowing fabrics. However the 2018 spring fashion trends include maximalist, Avant-garde, Americana, cowboy chic, and more. The spring fashion season will be a fun yet unexpected departure from the norm. Yellow Yellow tops, jumpsuits, dresses, blazers and skirts are all over the runways. There are plenty of ways to introduce this vivid hue to your wardrobe in a subtle way. A lightweight gauze scarf, in a mustard yellow color, adds lightness to the face and a playful pop of color. A…

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