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Fun, surprising cost-saving home improvements
Sometimes the act of saving money just isn't fun enough on its own. Fortunately, you can make home improvements that will trim your utility bills and boost your home's appeal at the same time. Here are four fun home improvements that are surprisingly energy efficient as well
Exam Preparation Tips for Parents
No doubt, students have to put their best efforts during this the most important phase of academic year, but parents also have an important role to play. The key to success in exam is planning that applies to both parents and students. Parents can make an effective revision plan for their child and studying method so that they can make best use of their time without being tensed.
As the relationship changes, so do the Valentine's Day gifts
Do red roses mean more than you're willing to admit? Does the jewelry you're giving your loved one send the correct message? What is the appropriate gift to show your mother that you love her on Valentine's Day?
How to Find Financial Aid
hen dreams of higher education collide with the means to pay, the task of finding and applying for financial aid makes some students and parents feel like they are lost in the woods. For many students, it can appear easier to do nothing at all. A 2006 study by the American Council on Education found that some 1.5 million kids who might have qualified for federal higher education grants didn't even file financial aid forms.
This Spring’s Hot Home Decorating Trend
Want to get a feel for what's hot in the world of home decor these days? All you have to do is visit a couple of model homes in your community and take a good look around. You're sure to recognize a recurring theme.
How to Get the Most Out of Every Gas Purchase
As the cost of driving seems to rise every day, drivers are looking to get the most out of every tank. While some use alternate modes of transportation, many people need their cars on a daily basis. For those in the driver’s seat, there are simple ways to increase fuel efficiency and save at the pump.
Kitchen Color Trends and Tips for 2008
When remodeling the kitchen, the hub of your home, choosing the right colors is an important part of the decision making process. But how do you choose colors that are compatible with your space and your taste?
Hangover Remedies
Hangovers are like bills, you get them when you just do not want them and once they are there, they are just there. There are of course, many reasons for a hangover. These reasons differ from person to person, just like their stamina for alcohol.
Prom Dresses
Who said school and college life is a life free of responsibilities? There are thousands of responsibilities to be shouldered the three main of them being looking good, looking stylish and looking fashionable. One of the most important days in a college student's life is the Prom Day, and it goes without saying that girls and boys spend months planning for that first mature dress they would wear - the Prom Dress.
Valentine's Day
It's that time of the year when love is in the air, and everyone you see seems to be smitten by the love bug. Valentine's day is a good time to express your love to your sweetheart, or even ignite the love bug once again in a long standing relationship. Whether you wish to pop the question or reclaim your relationship
New Year Resolutions
The New Year has many traditions attached to it in many cultures. However, one common tradition that comes with the New Year is New Year resolutions.New Year resolutions are something that almost everyone thinks about, many people plan about, and a very few percentage of people actually adhere and are successful.
Forgot to Buy Your Halloween Costume? Now That’s Scary!
Halloween is around the corner. You run to your local Target or Big K to find a costume, but all the cute ones are gone. What do you do -- a ghost again? Not necessarily. Here are some quick costume tips.
Energy Saving Tips for the Home
Looking for ways to save money? According to The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM), a good place to start is in the kitchen. Replacing older, inefficient appliances with more modern appliances is a leading way for consumers to reap tremendous energy savings.
Settling Newlyweds into Happily Ever After
From flowers to guest lists, engaged couples spend months planning the perfect wedding. After the vows are said and the reception is complete, most newlyweds are ready to relax. But there are several steps newlyweds should take before their happily ever after can begin.
How to Keep Your Car Cool This Summer
After spending the long, cold winter bundled up, a lot of people are itching to take a road trip. Whether that means you’ll be heading half way across the country or just to the next town, there’s just something about that feeling you get when you hop into the car, roll down the windows and drive.
Turn Your Bedroom into a Blissful Oasis
If your bedroom is more like a catastrophe than an oasis, it may be time to wake up and take on the chaos. Designers and sleep experts agree that your bedroom should be a peaceful refuge, a restful retreat that creates an atmosphere conducive to sleep and relaxation.
Landscaping - It's Easy
Everyone loves their garden. It not only gives nice look the house but also creates soothing peaceful environment. By following some general rules one can beautify their immediate and you will make your neighbor envy.
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Toddler's Room Decoration
Designing and decorating the children's room is always problematic. Most of the time we do not know what to do and where to start. The most common mistake we commit is we adults think like an adult and not like as a child. One has to mold in the child's age and in his psyche in order to successfully design the room.
How to decide on your size of bracelet
When choosing a bracelet, put your four fingers into the circle. You should not choose it if you feel a bit tight. In general, you should try it on at first when choose the bracelet semi-precious jewelry. You can rub your hand with detergent or soapy water and ask somebody to help you put it on.