Have you resolved to get fit in 2012? Do you tend to work out more faithfully if you are around other people and have access to fancy equipment? You may be in the market for a gym membership. Obviously, pricing, location, cleanliness, and friendliness are all big factors in your decision. Here are a few ...
Lewis Carrol, the famous coiner of portmanteau words like chortle (snort+chortle) and slithy (lithe+slimy) would be proud of the latest word combo: Glamping. It’s a blend of “glamorous” and “camping”. This might seem like an oxymoron. But it is a real phenomenon for the wealthy traveler who is kind of enthusiastic about nature – but ...
It’s a dog’s life for dogs and cats after the Christmas holiday. These animals make some of the world’s worst Christmas presents – but that’s not their fault. Many families buy a pet on impulse during this time of year, only to discover that it wasn’t a good decision. Yes, it’s tempting to give in ...
With January 1st just around the corner, we’re all set to make and break our New Year’s Resolutions. You could try to make this year different by taking steps to ensure that you keep your promises to yourself. Here are a few ideas for how to do just that: Only make 2 resolutions. That way, ...
Have you ever had a figgy pudding? It’s the kind of supposedly delectable comestible you hear about in old Christmas songs, but it isn’t all that appetizing in real life. In fact, 3 out of 6 reviews on the top homecooking.com recipe for this dish gave it just one star. The comments read like this ...
Will eating turkey at Thanksgiving really make you sleepy? We’ve been told for years that this traditional holiday feast fowl is full of a chemical called tryptophan that acts as a sedative. This urban legend does contain a small dose of truth. According to the writers at TLC “Tryptophan helps the body produce the B-vitamin ...
Living with arthritis or other health issues that affect mobility may seem pretty doable most days when you are at home. After all, you’ve got a routine. There are things you don’t even try anymore because you know what it will cost you later if you overdo it. You’ve made modifications to help you get ...
Recently, the San Diego recycling movement has taken big steps forward. Along with the traditional mix of paper, glass, and aluminum products which are typically found in big blue recycling bins across the county, local waste collection service provider EDCO has increased the types of acceptable recycling items. Now, residents can add all types of ...
Many of us used to play some type of sport when we were younger. Whether that sport was baseball, basketball, football, or volleyball it was probably some of the most fun we’ve ever had in our lives. This was a time when we learned how to win, how to lose, and how to make long-lasting ...
If you need some improvement driving, points dropped off your license, or are just looking to take a look at some driving skills, check out a Texas defensive driving course. These courses are great to help you learn defensive driving techniques or even just help you reduce some points from traffic tickets off of your ...