If you or your kids’ brains remain on vacation mode after the first school bell has rung, you may need help getting back on the academic track. Before homework and tests overwhelm, put these study tips into practice:
1. Get enough sleep! A rested mind is a sharper mind. Eight to 10 hours of sleep a [...]
Friday, February 26, 2010
“Will Grandma still come for my birthday?” “Will I have any more Friday night sleepovers with cousin Joey?” “Will Grandpa still take me fishing?”
Questions like these are common for children facing relocation away from their extended families. Increasingly, employees are rejecting bigger jobs with bigger salaries in order to keep the family together, notes Rita [...]
Friday, February 26, 2010
Busy airports, late connecting flights, bad weather, time zone changes — ah, the joys of airline travel. However, with a little preparation, education and a good sense of humor, you can enjoy your flight. Here are some helpful tips:
At the Airport
Never leave your bags unattended. Airport crime is prevalent because crowds provide good cover. Always [...]
Friday, February 26, 2010
Taking the time now to complete some simple fall projects will conserve energy and protect homeowners from untimely mishaps during the winter season. The Tim Allen Signature Tools (TAST) company encourages homeowners to get started now on performing some do-it-yourself projects to prepare for winter.
“Even if your tool box is somewhat scarce, there are several [...]
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Once upon a time, graduation gifts were fairly easy to select — a fancy dress watch, briefcase, class ring, luggage, pen and pencil set, or maybe even a trip abroad. Still popular choices, these gifts are part of a broadening spectrum that includes both modern day-updates and some unconventional alternatives.
What should you get for your [...]
Thursday, February 25, 2010
When summer days start to slip away and winter looms ahead, fall becomes a cherished time in Grand Teton National Park. Jackson Hole locals have always known autumn as the perfect time to enjoy the park — summer crowds are gone and the weather is perfect for hiking, biking, fishing or just lounging [...]
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Suddenly you have an urge to travel, but your husband isn’t in the mood, your best friend is busy and you don’t want to take off on your own. The ideal solution? A group tour conducted by a museum, college or an educational institution, states travel expert and author Evelyn Kaye.
The New Breed of Tour [...]
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Fun Facts About America’s Favorite Bird
A long-time centerpiece of American holiday feasts, the turkey has a colorful and delicious history. Here are some intriguing facts about our nation’s favorite bird, provided by Woodbridge Vintage Barrel Chips that you probably didn’t know:
Turkeys originated in North and Central America, and evidence indicates that they have been around [...]
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Traditionally, spring is a time to throw open the shutters, roll up the rugs and engage in some heavy-duty cleaning. Spurred on by warm air and sunshine, we tackle once-a-year chores the likes of:
washing window screens and mini-blinds
vacuuming/dry cleaning curtains and valances
cleaning walls, ceilings and woodwork
stripping old floor wax
cleaning decks and patio furniture
washing vinyl siding, [...]
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Baby boomers have been driving the super highways for nearly 30 years, watching the scenery fly by at 75 miles per hour. But are we missing the real America?
“I believe there is a renewed interest today in those two-lane roads we remember from so long ago,” states Loren Eyrich, editor and publisher of “Two-Lane Roads”, [...]
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