Make wrapping gifts more fun this holiday season. Get your supplies ready, invite some friends and turn up the holiday music.
Harsh winter conditions can have crippling effects for drivers in locations often affected by snowy and icy weather during the cold months. Hauling the kids to hockey practice or even a quick trip to the grocery store could prove to be a difficult task, especially if a vehicle is not ready for challenging conditions that may come with the cold weather.
Despite its negative reputation, the number 13 doesn���t always have to be unlucky. Take these top 10 decor trends for 2013 from design experts, manufacturers and trend forecasters across the country. They���re fresh, fun and sure to bring good fortune to any home.
Whether you���re gathering with friends, colleagues or family this holiday season, entertaining with appetizers is the perfect way to have fun without the stress of creating a multi-course meal. And when the question of what to serve arises and you need an easy-yet-impressive solution, cheese plates are an ideal way to bring a gourmet touch to your event without a lot of effort.
It���s the trip that tops most travelers��� lifetime dream lists: an African safari. The words themselves evoke a magic that is unmatched, and conjure visions of lions stalking across the savannah and wildebeest running in thundering, vast herds. It���s not uncommon to think that those amazing sights will remain a distant fantasy, but there���s no need to give up on the dream. In fact, it���s easier than ever to make it a reality.
With more than 320 million mobile phones in the country, it���s no surprise that most Americans say wireless phone access is so important that it would be the last item they would give up if money were tight. What may raise an eyebrow is what else they���re willing to cut to keep their mobile phones: cable TV, personal savings and spending on gas, according to a recent survey by Toluna, a market research firm.
As a parent, you know how important a routine can be in keeping your children happy and well-adjusted. However, there will come a time where your tried-and-true routine must be adjusted to handle life���s circumstances.
Snow and ice affect more than 70 percent of the U.S. population, according to the Federal Highway Administration. Each winter the average driver in these areas will see more than five inches of snow on the roads. And when the snow is falling there are few things more comforting than the sight of snow plows and salt trucks making highways safe for commuters, shoppers and travelers.
The holiday season is here and if you���re like most Americans, restaurants will play a key role in your holiday plans and celebrations, as well as shopping and traveling experiences.��
There are showers, and then there are luxurious ���showering experiences,��� that wake you up in the morning, and refresh you after a long day of work. It���s one thing to enjoy a spa-like setting when actually in a spa, and paying spa prices, and another thing to know you can saunter into a spa each and every day in your home for a mental and physical energy-boosting experience.
If you���re tired of looking at your outdated kitchen, but feel replacement would be impractical, you���re not alone. In 2013, consumers will be trying to find the beauty in the beast. Projects that help the old look new will be the next big makeover trend ��� especially in the kitchen where remodeling becomes more pricey.
While pumpkins are most often associated with holiday pies, don���t underestimate this favorite of the squash and gourd family. Not only is the mighty pumpkin delicious, but it is also quite the multi-tasker. ��
With record numbers of people seeking employment, competition is fierce for any job in any industry. If you���re looking for work, it might seem difficult to know how to stand out from the crowd. For anyone feeling stalled in their job search, a few simple steps could put the wind back in their sails.
Attention small-business owner: Is managing your business��� finances causing you stress?
It���s hard to think about getting older, but it���s even harder to think about having to move out of the comfort of a beloved home when advanced age makes it difficult to get around your space easily and safely. But with today���s technologies, it���s easier to update your home in ways that make it possible for you or a loved one to age in place gracefully, without being forced to make major changes in the home���s structure or decor.
