Posts Tagged ‘summer’:


Cooling off with Juice Pops

Published by Steve H on August 21st, 2012

If you are looking for a fun way to cool off this summer, consider making your own juice pops! It is easy to do, fun, and most importantly- delicious. This is a great activity to do with your kids, because they can help out and go through it without running the risk of a huge mess or having anything burned during a botched cooking job. This is also a great activity because it actually is pretty healthy. Most frozen treats have a very high sugar concentration, making them not the healthiest choice overall. Frozen juice pops taste just as good,

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Saving Water this Summer

Published by Steve H on August 8th, 2012

Drought conditions have been declared to be severe throughout the United States this summer. With these drought conditions have come declared states of emergency, as farmers struggle to get full crop yields and as the relative danger from the heat rises. In order to combat this drought and to do your part, consider making a conscious effort to save water whenever you can. It might not seem like much, but if everyone was to do the same, it would greatly aid in making this situation a little better for everyone. There are a host of things that you can do in order

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Grilling Away the Summer

Published by Steve H on July 3rd, 2012

Summer is a time for friends, family, food, and fun. As such, grilling on the barbecue is one of the most popular summer past times. There is something special about food off of the grill which perfectly embodies the spirit of summer. When you bring up the term “grilling” it makes you think of hamburgers and steaks in the vast majority of cases. These are perennial favorites, because the meat comes out crisp and smoky and delicious. That being said, there is not a shortage of other things that you can cook on the grill. Here are some of the

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Supporting Local Community Events

Published by Steve H on June 22nd, 2012

If you are looking for things to do this summer with your family, consider checking out what your community has in the way of arts and entertainment. Most cities and towns have plays and classes and concerts and art galleries and other fun events which all are offered on a local level for discounted prices or for free. These events are ways to keep the community entertained and to forge good bonds of friendship. Not only are these events often offered at very low prices for everyone involved, but they also have the perk of being considerably more relaxed as

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Being Safe in the Pool

Published by Steve H on June 11th, 2012

If you are planning on going swimming this summer, then it is very important that you do everything you can to be safe- especially if you have kids. Swimming is a fun activity that can make for some great memories. It is an excellent way to cool off and to get out in the sun and enjoy the day fully. Being safe when using the pool is often a matter of common sense, combined with limiting opportunites for accidents. Here are some of the things thta you can do in order to make sure that everybody has a safe experience.

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Eating Salads this Summer

Published by Steve H on June 6th, 2012

One of the best ways to eat light this summer while dropping pounds is to eat a lot of salads over the next few months. Although we still have a bit of a cultural stereotype about salads wherein we picture people wincing as they force their way through band meals, the truth of the matter is that salads is delicious. In fact, the best part about salad is that it has so much variety and so much you can do with it. For example, you can vary just how healthy a salad is, from the relatively neutral iceberg leaves to

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Painting a Room This Summer

Published by Steve H on June 6th, 2012

One of the best ways to reinvigorate a room and make it feel like new for the new season is to paint it! Painting a room can change the mood and feel of the space, and make it better for everyone who goes into it. Painting a room is a fairly simple process, and it can be done quickly and well if you know what you are doing. The most important thing to keep in mind is that the preparation work that you do will make or break your experience. Good prep work will speed things up and let you

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Caring for Your Yard Each Week

Published by Steve H on May 22nd, 2012

If you have a typical lawn, then you will likely be caring for it on a weekly basis. Having a beautiful yard not only helps to make your property look better and give you a sense of accomplishment, but it also is indicative of being healthy. A healthy yard requires a certain amount of work being put into it. Now that summer is here, keeping a healthy yard which is both healthy and beautiful is all a part of staying busy and making things look good. Here are some tips for getting the most out of your experience. To start

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Planning a Successful Staycation

Published by Rachel D on May 15th, 2012

As summer rolls around, you may find the urge to head out on vacation. With the cost of travel continuing to soar, it may not be plausible to take the vacation that you wished you could take. Many people are turning to the idea of vacationing near their home, or even in their home. This activity has been deemed a ‘staycation’. Planning a staycation can ensure that you are able to take a break from your daily routine and feel refreshed. To ensure that your staycation is successful, you should start by budgeting and planning just like a vacation. Set

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Keeping Kids Actively Engaged this Summer

Published by Rachel D on May 14th, 2012

As kids finish up with the school year, it is important that parents keep their kids’ minds working throughout the summer. This does not mean that they have to push their children into a schooling setting but it is important that parents make learning a part of the summer vacation. There are many ways that parents can continue to keep children interested and engaged in learning throughout the summer months. First, reading books that the child is exciting about reading is a great way to keep a child engaged. Teaching a child to enjoy learning can be very beneficial. Take

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