as cool as a cucumber
Cucumbers are true to the saying: as fresh as a cucumber. Cucumbers are generally eaten during summers because they are cool and taste good with summer foods, especially in salads. Cucumbers are part of the melon family, and in addition…
fear of being alone
“Nowhere can man find a calmer or quieter retreat than in his soul.” -Marcus Aurelius A topic that comes up more frequently when coaching people is their fear of being alone. It’s sad to know that there are so many…
61 Simple And Green Ways You Can Help Sustain Planet Earth
Now 61 Easy and Eco-Friendly Ways to Help Maintain Planet Earth. We found a few more ideas to add to the list. Hopefully I can get to 100 or more soon! As always, choose what is comfortable for you and…
Plan a fun backyard camping activity for kids!
Before the frost and school start, plan a fun camping activity for kids in your backyard. Invite some friends and neighbors over for a backyard campout. A small group of children is recommended, 6-8 school age children. Borrow several tents,…
The adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Book Review: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle The literary world is incomplete without mention of Arthur Conan Doyle’s legendary fictional character Sherlock Holmes. Sherlock Holmes ruled the minds of audiences in a way that no…
Toddler learning toys for Christmas 2009
Do you need to know what makes a good toddler learning toy? Is it the lights and sounds that make it attractive or its ability to evolve with your child as he grows? For a long time, I chose the…
Health tips for hectic vacations
Holidays sure have a way of throwing us off course, don’t they? Maintaining a routine during the holiday season is difficult even for a “professional planner” and those on a “steel-minded” diet, so don’t be put off by a momentary…
Things a security guard can do when bored
Working as a security guard often means being on your feet for long periods of time or keeping watch in a call center during a late night shift. Seemingly endless stretches of uneventful or after-hours downtime can eventually become monotonous,…
10 Great Activities for Autistic Children
Sometimes trying to come up with activities for autistic children that are fun, educational, and don’t cost a lot can be a struggle. So it’s reassuring to know there are a number of possibilities, it’s just a matter of finding…
The 10 most effective home remedies for tonsillitis
Tonsils are known as part of the immunity system present in the mouth. However, there are certain conditions that can lead to damage and infection. The state of inflammation of the tonsils is known as tonsillitis. The person suffering from…
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