Apples – What to do With the Bushels You Picked?

Apples are one of the most versatile fruits known to man, and have been for a good part of recorded history.  Apples are so popular in fact; apple pie recipes are often handed down through generations. They are served at family reunions and during the holidays all around the world.
Here’s an Apple Pie recipe you’re [...]

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The Weather’s Getting Cooler – Try Camping With Your Family

This summer was a hot one…and I think we felt it ALL over.  It was tough to get outside to enjoy activities with the record-breaking heat wave that we all experienced.  This weekend will be the first day of fall!!  NOW is the time to think about a trip with your family to enjoy the [...]

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Dr. Suess Recipes and Activities Your Kids Will Love

My friends over at Dine Without Whine came up with these terrific things to do with the kids and they all relate to Dr. Suess books!  Read and enjoy…
What child doesn’t grow up with Dr. Seuss books? We have quite a few of them lying around the house. The kids love the silly characters and [...]

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Healthy Menu Mailer

Product Name: Healthy Menu Mailer
Submitted by: Nicole Dean; Pensacola, FL
Rating: 9
Where to buy: Healthy Menu Mailer
Description: Healthy Menu Mailer is a menu planning service for health-conscious people.
What they offer is a weekly email that includes A Healthy Dinner Recipe for each night of the week complete with nutritional information and a corresponding Weekly Shopping List. [...]

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11 Ways to Get T.H.E. B.E.S.T. D.E.A.L. When You Shop

Are you always looking for that perfect deal?  Want to get the most you can for every dollar you spend?  Here are 11 different ways for you to find T.H.E. B.E.S.T. D.E.A.L. when you shop.
T.AKE ADVANTAGE OF DOUBLE COUPONS – Many grocery stores offer double coupons, most of the time up to $0.50 (doubled to [...]

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Looking for a New Form of Exercise? Try Dancing!

Are you getting bored with your traditional workout?  Is going to the gym just too bothersome?  Well then why don’t you get your next great workout at the local dance hall?  Dancing is not only fun to do; it’s great exercise too.
There’s nothing that gets your heart pumping like dancing.  You don’t have to be [...]

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6 Tips to Help Your College Freshman Make the Transition to Campus Life

Webster’s definition of a freshman is: a 1st year student.  As a parent, you see your college freshman as much more than that…this is your baby boy or girl getting thrown out into the big, cruel world.  There are probably a myriad of emotions running through you:  excited, insecure, exhilarated and downright scared.  Keep in [...]

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Safety Tips: Caring for Insect Bites

If you’ve ever been stung by a bee, you know it can be painful, right? The summer is the perfect time for these and other insects to find a way to attack your body. Let’s face it; any kind of insect bite can be an awful experience, both for adults and children.
Here are some summer [...]

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Protect Yourself from the Summer Heat and Sun

Summer is a time for pool parties, beach parties, and sun bathing. However, with the suns rays growing ever stronger, you should take precautions to prevent overheating and dehydration.
Here are some summer safety tips as you spend your days in the sun and heat:

When sunbathing, always wear sunscreen, preferably SPF 15. Make sure to reapply [...]

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