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Smart Solutions for Non Recyclables

We know that we are doing well for the environment when our recycling is much larger than our garbage. Recycling to reduce the amount of trash you leave behind on the planet is a wonderful thing. But what do you do with all of those things that can’t be recycled, such as electronic equipment or plastics that aren’t collected in your area? Here are some tips. First, if you have something usable, consider posting it to a group such as freecycle. Even items that need a little repair may be wanted by someone who can fix them up. I’ve gotten … Continue reading →

Digital Photography 101: Picking The Perfect Camera

I received a Christmas catalog in the mail the other day. Never mind that my daughter is still running around in her swimsuit and we just polished off the last pieces of pie made from fresh summer berries. The holidays are coming and there’s nothing any of us can do about it. Soon I’ll be packing away the swimwear and sifting through photos to send in our Christmas card. And then there’s all the holiday shopping… and the reason for this blog. In my previous post I mentioned that the holidays are a great opportunity to jump on the digital … Continue reading →

Travel Tip: Packing The Right Plastic

Toothbrush. Check. Underwear. Check. Cellphone. Check. Credit cards. Check. You’ve packed your bags for your family vacation, but before you head out to the airport you might want to make sure you packed the right plastic. Whether you are traveling to Yosemite or flying half way around the world to the rainforests of Brazil, family trips can cost a lot of money. That’s why it’s important to check your wallet before you jet off to Hong Kong, Thailand… or Topeka. Not all credit cards are created equal. For example, travel experts recommend you leave your debit card at home. At … Continue reading →

Holiday Travel: 10 Ways To Save Time At The Airport

Continuing with our ongoing “Holiday Travel” series let’s talk airports… specifically long lines at the airport and how to avoid them. I too will be standing in line at various airports this holiday season—with a 2-year-old! So believe me I am desperately trying to find as many ways possible to lessen our time in line. Here are a few tips that I have come up with (perhaps, if more travelers were to heed them it would create a domino effect and consequently the line would move faster): 1. Check your flight status from your home phone or computer before you … Continue reading →

Preparing For A Move

I never thought that losing most of my belongings in Hurricane Katrina would be somewhat of a blessing. That’s until I started thinking about my move back home in June and the packing I have to do. It’s bad enough that I have too many books to count and Tyler has enough toys to keep him busy for a year, if I had to worry about packing household items, well.. The last time I had to pack was seven years ago when I bought my house. At the time I had been living in the same apartment for ten years, … Continue reading →

Relationship Rescue

911, relationship rescue required at Maple and Oak Lawn to resuscitate a bored couple who have ceased having anything to talk about and meet more because it’s a habit than out of any real desire. Specialists are en route to the scene now, please stay on the line until they’ve arrived. The above paragraphs seem a bit absurd, but in the age of reality television it’s more likely that somewhere there is a show just like this. With shows like the Bachelor and Wife Swap out there doing cattle calls to create tension or allowing couples to see how good … Continue reading →

Travelers Learn A Lesson From A Hollywood Star–Keep Your Eyes On Your Bags

If you missed the news flash allow me to fill you in: Actress Lindsay Lohan has been reunited with her carry-on bag. Yes, Scotland Yard has been notified (literary) and they have called off the search. According to news reports, the 20-year-old actress whose tear-stained face was plastered inside of London’s Evening Standard newspaper Friday can smile once again. British police said they had recovered a handbag that went missing from the star’s luggage cart at London’s Heathrow Airport. Hours after Lohan realized the orange Hermes bag (which contained cash, Lohan’s passport, asthma medication, and jewelry worth an estimated $1 … Continue reading →

Packing Part 1: What To Know Before You Go

I love to travel, but I hate to pack. Perhaps I inherited my severe dislike for packing and unpacking from my mom (she blames my grandmother). Whatever the reason, traveling equals packing and knowing a few time-tested strategies can go a long way in helping make packing more tolerable and your next trip more enjoyable. 1. Martha Stewart swears by it and I must admit I tried it and it works. It’s tissue paper and it works especially well on delicate items (like a sequined dress or blouse). Lay the item face down and place tissue paper on top. Fold … Continue reading →