“Plants vs. Zombies” is just one of the video games that achieved phenomenal success. But apart from killing time, does it have any practical use in life? Zombie madness is everywhere. Writers have been inspired to revive these brain-dead creatures which have been wildly successful. I’m sorry, Rick Grimes, but they’ve practically taken over the world and there’s no stopping…
Have you ever wondered why a particular diet works great for some people but not for others? Well now we know! Finnish scientists recently discovered that the molecules that cover the surface of blood cells and determine each person’s blood type receive energy from different nutrients. In other words, certain foods are better suited to certain blood types. Therefore, eating,…
So do you really think that gift-giving traditions can differ from country to country or are they more or less the same? Before we delve into this, let’s do a little test. o Pupils in Russia usually bring gifts: sweets, books, etc. for your teacher on the first day of school, September 1. -If not o Family members exchange valuable…
Free space is often a problem when you have children at home. Children’s loft beds are an innovative and smart way to free up space in your children’s room. With loft-style beds, you can use the space under the bed to put a dresser, desk, or toy box. There are many possible uses for the extra space in a child’s…
That would be a “hostless” dinner. You can offer appetizers, soft drinks, wine, or beer, and then have guests pay for their main dinner. Add cake or dessert as a host. Depending on the number of people and how close they are to you, you could just call them. So would you say, “We are throwing a party for John…
There are times when we all need a gift; maybe we feel stressed, unappreciated, too tired. In these moments, we may long for something indulgent that will help us cope with a problem, calm us down, help us better manage stress, or provide us with a reward. Let’s identify some lovely treats that can make us feel good, positive, while…
Ironing clothes is a tedious but necessary household chore. However, it can be made easier by using a good quality ironing board and there is a huge selection on the market today. An ironing board has a flat, padded surface on which clothes are placed to be ironed, usually with a decorative cover made of heat-resistant fabric. The pad usually…
Planning to go on vacation? If your car isn’t big enough to handle all your luggage, then a hitch cargo carrier will solve your problems. Vacationers will find roof racks to be an important car accessory. There are two main types of carriers: a hitch carrier is towed behind your car, and a roof version is strapped to the roof…
As obesity continues to skyrocket in the United States for both children and adults, people often wonder what they should be eating and what’s good for them. Conflicting information about diets (protein, protein-free, ‘good’ carbs, ‘bad’ carbs, trans fat, etc.) continues to confuse most media listeners. Nutritionists can help decipher the facts and myths of 21st century nutrition and food,…
So you see that cool rack of hats at your local big box retailer and they look so inviting. These racks usually have bright multicolored hats and a variety of styles and there always seems to be a mirror handy for you to try them on. A marketing company interested in the growth of head lice infestations could not find…