The start of summer brings on all kinds of change–the weather warms, the pools open and the flowers bloom. With nature shedding her winter skin, you might be inspired to change up your appearance. There are tons of gorgeous summer hair trends that watch out for. We listed a few of the below, so you can find the right look for the summer months. Warm Honey Warm toned blonde is such a great reflection of summer. A light, warm blonde is super low maintenance since the sun keeps the color light, and having shadow roots. Adding honey highlights can brighten…
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Cooking a beef brisket for Passover is a tradition. The Ashkenazi sweet and tangy brisket is one of the most popular dishes for many families to serve to guests during this time of year. Make this delicious brisket to present to the family this Passover. Ingredients • 6-10 lbs of brisket (weight includes fat. Do not trim in order to keep flavor rich) • 2 white or brown onions (peeled and minced) • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (separated into two 1/4 cup measures) • 1 lb sliced carrots (peeled and sliced thinly) • 1 lb minced celery •…
Food waste is a major problem in America, many researchers estimate that half of all food produced is simply thrown out despite being usable. There are plenty of effective ways to reduce food waste today. Follow the three tips below to help reduce food waste. Composting Composting is an effective way to reduce waste. Scraps like vegetable peels, coffee grounds, make great compost ingredients. Even if you don’t tend to your own garden (flowers, herbs, vegetables, or otherwise), a fresh batch of compost makes a great gift for someone who does. Maybe you even know someone who’s looking to get…
On March 29th, the United States celebrates an event honoring all small business sector owners: National Mom And Pop Business Owners Day. The festivities recognize the significant contribution entrepreneurs make to everyone’s quality of daily life. The U.S. Small Business Administration, a government agency dedicated to this important economic sector, reports some 27 million “mom and pop” enterprises conduct business in this nation alone. Celebrate Mom & Pop Business Owners Day with the fun ways listed below. Go on a Shopping Spree at Local Small Businesses One of the best ways to celebrate Mom & Pop Business Owners Day involves…
Going engagement ring shopping? Before you head to closest jewelry store, read this guide for finding the perfect ring. Determine What Ring You Want It’s important to know what style of engagement ring you partner likes in order to find the ring of his or her dreams. Shape & Cut Consider the shape you want. When it comes to a diamond shape, keep in mind that each shape is priced differently. Each one may be priced differently depending on the carats. Round cuts cost more than marquis cuts. Also check out the plethora of engagement ring cuts including round brilliant,…
March 17th is right around the corner, and it is time to gear up for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration. Whether you are Irish or not, the holiday is a lot of fun! Do you plan on having festivities at your house, or do you just want to add some “luck of the Irish” to your décor? Before you settle for boring store-bought decorations that everyone else will have, why not try some DIY projects? Here are some unique ways to decorate for St. Patrick’s Day that can involve the whole family. Go for the Green Green is the official…
Whether you hate it or you love it, daylight savings time is just around the corner. You’ll be setting your clock one hour ahead and losing an hour’s worth of sleep. However, there are some good aspects of daylight savings time. For one, you gain a bit more sunlight in the given day. That means you’re likely going to feel a little less tired and be able to fit a few more activities into your day. To make sure that you’re making the most of your daylight savings time, consider adding some of these tips. Start Going To Bed Earlier…
Valentine’s Day is a special holiday that gives you the chance to show someone special how much he or she means to you. In many cases, this display of affection includes expensive gestures, such as the gift of jewelry, dinner at a fine restaurant and more. Some people plan an elaborate affair that includes gifts, dinner, a stay at a nice hotel or even an extended getaway. While you could do Valentine’s Day in this fashion, you can also create a memorable day for you and your loved one with some of these budget-minded ideas. Buy Flowers the Day Before…
When you think of winter, most of us think about being stuck inside and bored. It’s time to spice up the cold days with some fun winter arts and crafts. Here are a few activities that you can do you with your kids and age isn’t a factor. Grab some hot cocoa and let the winter “artivities” begin! 1) Bubble Wrap Art Paint is fun and bubble wrap is always a hit. How about combining the two? It’s sure to get your child’s attention when you bring these two items to the table. What you’ll need: • Paint • Bubble…
By Lauren Jablonski Winter can be brutally cold, sometimes all you need is a mini-vacation to a warm weather location. Here are some warm weather locations in the US to retreat to this winter that won’t break the bank. Davenport, Florida Davenport has warm weather and numerous tourist attractions. If you’re looking for fun activities to do with your family, the visit the North East Regional Park. The Park is composed of 6 multi-use fields including a tennis court, basketball court, and racquetball courts. The average rental price for a 2 bedroom is about $700. Edisto Island, South Carolina Edisto…