October 2011

A Measure of Success with Cara Gardner

October 31, 2011
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A Measure of Success is a Q&A session with a successful blogger from a home-related field like real estate, interior design, and home improvement. Today on A Measure of Success, we’re pleased to have Cara Gardner. IntroductionMy name is Cara Gardner, I write the lifestyle blog Lilac and Grey, as well as work as a [...]

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How Much Should I Tip?

October 28, 2011
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It is important to know how much to tip but nobody seems to be sure about amounts for different workers. Here is a guide for tipping various service providers. The following rates mentioned in this article are based on comments of the best etiquette and manner experts, but remember they are general averages. Tips should [...]

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Top 10 Best Guard Dogs

October 27, 2011
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The first occupation of a dog was protector; of the home, of its owner and its owner’s family. This job has also not entirely changed, either. Many people still get dogs to guard their homes, and it can be hard to decide which breed is right for you. One thing to remember is that guard [...]

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10 Tips for Effective Telecommuting

October 26, 2011
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Working from home sounds appealing to many full-time employees – the idea of eliminating commuting time, spending more time with family, increasing productivity, and saving money on lunch and gas sounds like a dream. However, telecommuting can easily become a nightmare for anyone not fully prepared for the reality of working from home. The following [...]

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How to Keep Your Kids Safe Around Water in the Home

October 25, 2011
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Children require constant supervision, especially around water. In a matter of seconds – the time it takes for you to answer a telephone call – a child can drown. In fact, this is one of the leading causes of unintentional deaths of children.

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A Measure of Success with Stephanie Southwick

October 24, 2011
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A Measure of Success is a Q&A session with a successful blogger from a home-related field like real estate, interior design, and home improvement. Today on A Measure of Success, we’re pleased to have Stephanie Southwick, an interior designer specializing in stone fabrication and design. Name: Stephanie SouthwickBlog: GraniteGurus.com IntroductionMy name is Stephanie Southwick. I’m [...]

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How to Avoid Bringing Work Home from the Office

October 21, 2011
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A recent study by the National Sleep Foundation showed that the average American spends over 46 hours per week working, with 40% of people working more than 50 hours per week. Therefore, when you are spending so much time at the office, the last thing you want to do is bring work home with you. [...]

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Top 9 Tips to Make Your Small Kitchen Feel Larger

October 20, 2011
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It’s estimated that the average American family spends up to 175 hours per month in their kitchen. That is a lot of time to spend in one space, especially if your kitchen is not as roomy as you would like it to be.  Luckily, if your kitchen is a bit on the claustrophobic side, there [...]

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Five Gadgets That Will Make Your Life Easier

October 19, 2011
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Technology makes our lives easier, as long as the power doesn’t go out. But when everything is working right, technology helps you accomplish things more efficiently and can save you time, energy, and space. Here are our top five gadgets to have around the home to make your life easier. #1- Kindle/Nook/iPad Tired of carrying [...]

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Five Cheap and Healthy Brown Bag Lunch Ideas

October 18, 2011
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The average fast food lunch costs about $6.00 per meal, which equals $30.00 per week. Once you factor in the cost of gas and simple maintenance on your car, it ends up costing over $35.00 a week to eat out; that’s $140.00 a month! In addition to spending more, experts like “Recipe Doctor” Elaine Magee, [...]

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