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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Winter weather means having to bundle up in layers in order to keep warm. If you have a baby, it’s essential that you know just how to keep them warm. Here are some simple solutions to protect babies from frigid winter weather. Extra Layers You should dress your infant in one extra layer than you would feel comfortable in. If you’re fine with a jacket, the baby should have a jacket and an extra shirt. Don’t put too many layers on them, however, since that can lead to blocked sweat glands and irritated skin. Less Baths This might seem unusual,…

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The colder temperatures mean it’s time to turn on the heaters, resulting in higher home heating bills. The winter can be pretty harsh on your wallet, which is why it is essential to itemize appropriately and avoid unnecessary spending in order to heat your home. Here’s a list of some of tips and tricks that you can implement to save energy and money. Run Fans on Reverse No one thinks of turning on their fans during the winter, but doing this actually can save you some money. When a fan spins anti-clockwise (as opposed to clockwise) hot air is pushed…

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Many people spread holiday cheer by sending greeting cards to family and friends. It’s always nice getting Christmas cards, but what do you do with them once the holiday season is over? Chances are they wind up cluttering desk drawers or are tossed out. There are plenty of crafty ways to recycle cards and enjoy them every year when the holidays roll around. Christmas Card Ornaments Some of the best ornaments are homemade since they hold sentimental values and make your tree unique. Repurpose your Christmas cards into ornaments for your tree. First, cut out circles (a mason jar lid…

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Thanksgiving preparations tend to only focus on the planning, food and decorations, but we often forget to prepare for the most critical element: social interaction. Thanksgiving conversations can be awkward. Attending guests with new boyfriends and girlfriends and long-standing disputes between family members can cause tensions thus hindering communication. Conversations may steer into controversial topics such as politics or, worse yet, you could have nothing to talk about, leading to awkward silence. It’s important to prepare a couple of fun conversation starters for your Thanksgiving dinner to help steer the conversation in the right direction. A great conversation is guaranteed…

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Thanksgiving is a time of year to connect with family and friends and share a meal together. However, holidays that are centered around food, are difficult when you have food allergies or other dietary restrictions. You may not know how to adjust your holiday menu to accommodate your guests. Here are some stuffing recipes, suggestions, and substitutions that your guests will be thankful for. Binding your Stuffing with Egg Substitutes If you have guests that are allergic to eggs or who are vegan or paelo, use one of the egg substitutions below in your stuffing recipe. Egg Substitutes • Use…

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Did you carve a Jack-o’-lantern in the spirit of Halloween? Not everyone is comfortable throwing out their pumpkin immediately after-it seems like a waste of all that hard work and fun. For the industrious bunch, you’ll be happy to know there are a variety of ways to reuse your Halloween pumpkin and take advantage of all that orange goodness. Here are some ways to reuse your Halloween pumpkin from gardening to food to the most creative little projects. Snack on the Seeds So you’ve managed to hang on to your pumpkin seeds while carving. Roast the pumpkin seeds; they are…

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