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Many of us have special women in our lives, whether it’s a best friend, mom, grandmother or daughter. Even though we might know these women far better than anyone else, it can still sometimes be difficult to find the perfect gift for special occasions. Whether it’s Mother’s Day, Christmas or Valentine’s Day, find a one-stop…
View Post The phrase “work smarter not harder” is probably one that’s familiar to you. What exactly does it mean? Timothy Ferriss makes the distinction between efficient and effective in his book The Four Hour Work Week: Effectiveness is doing the things that get you closer to your goals. Efficiency is performing a given task…
When my parents bought their first home, and I was just in high school, I dreamt of decorating my bedroom in a ‘Hollywood Glamour’/ movie theatre theme. I didn’t get very far, though—I just ended up painting my walls dark purple, and hanging up large posters of my favourite movies in silver frames. This look…
Everyone needs health insurance to afford high-quality medical care. Even routine doctor’s visits can be a significant expense, and health insurance relieves some of that burden. However, there are so many options to choose from that you may not know how to select the best policy for you and your family. If you want to…
Breakfast in bed. Sounds amazing, doesn’t it? What if it came with a mess in the kitchen included? Somehow, it’s a bit less appealing! Honestly, I have to think really hard to remember what it’s like to make waffles and be left with a ginormous mess to clean up afterward. You know the kind of…
The truth about stories is, that’s all we are. – Thomas King There are always stories behind the foods we eat, the ways that recipes are developed, and the ways in which the ingredients in our kitchens came to be there. We often feel a connection to the end result—the cooked meal, the baked dessert,…
Foam beds have gained popularity over the past two decades or so, and it’s for some pretty good reasons. Memory foam has a rich history, and I can’t recall just how many times I’ve heard a mattress sales agent narrate it to customers. Memory foam constitutes a viscoelastic material whose first application was in NASA…
I’m mixing up a relaxing bubble bath to help me sleep better at night. If I plan things well enough, I like to end my day with a warm bubble bath. The warm water coupled with a soothing blend of essential oils is just what I need to ease my tensions, make me feel relaxed,…