Find out how to fire up your 4th from the professionals
Who knows the 4th of July better than renowned fireworks specialists the Gruccis? Their heritage dates back to 1850 in Bari, Italy and they have been producers of fireworks for 7 consecutive Presidential Inaugurations.
In the June/July issue of Every Day with Rachael Ray the Gruccis share their favorite Independence Day party treat. Check out their recipe for potato poppers to make your meal explosive.
Sky Blue Potatoes
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes Read the rest »
By Rachael on 07/3/08 in Food, Featured, Columns, Recipes, Holidays, Every Day with Rachael Ray
Look around you, at work and home. Do you feel overjoyed or annoyed? Your environment affects your moods, attitudes, emotions, and energy level. What things sap your energy? You need to figure out ways to reduce, eliminate, or change your environment, so that it lifts you up rather than brings you down. These tidbits might help.
1. Clear the clutter. This requires effort and can be time-consuming, but the real reason people dread clearing clutter is emotional attachment — and because you no idea how to organize what you keep. Focus first on the areas of the home that are most important to your health and vitality, especially the bedroom. Read the rest »
By Laura S on 06/30/08 in Life, Featured, Columns, Editor Picks, An Organized Life, The Productivity Pro®
What percentage of coupons from the Sunday paper do you actually use? Five, maybe ten percent? You are not alone. Most people cut out only a small percentage of the coupons from those weekly inserts. In order to make a serious dent in rising grocery bills, you need to have coupons for many of the products you buy, not just a few each week. The good news is that there are a number of resources other than the Sunday supplement coupons that provide coupons for your favorite brands.
Friends, Family, Co-workers: Instead of buying multiple copies of the newspaper, just to get more coupons, share inserts with friends, co-workers and neighbors. Once you have cut the coupons you want, pass your inserts around to others and have them do the same for you. You will find that many people you know don’t even cut coupons and you will receive complete inserts with all the coupons. Read the rest »
By Faye on 06/28/08 in Food, Columns, Smart Spending, Food Tips
Having a baby changes everything and most of it is for good. However, I often hear the same complaint from busy parents that feel their relationships outside the home have suffered since having children. Although being active on online groups and boards can be rewarding, it is not the same. Humans need one on one interaction. It is absolutely imperative that children get to socialize with others, but it is also important for parents to show their child how they interact with their peers as well. Read the rest »
By Betsy on 06/22/08 in Life, Clutter Busting, Columns, An Organized Life
An important element to remember at your child’s next birthday party is to take pictures. If your tend to get caught up with making sure the party runs smoothly then get someone to help and capture the precious moments. Be sure to get candid shots and close up angles that are engaging, expressive and detailed. I asked a fellow mom and professional photographer for some advice on taking pictures of kids’ parties. Below are 10 clever tips. Read the rest »
By Adeline on 06/21/08 in Life, Featured, Columns, Editor Picks, Party Talk
This is by no means a list of everything on the planet that’s bad for cats. But it’s a few of the things that should be avoided by themselves or as an ingredient in something else.
Alpha lipoic acid. Also referred to as lipoic acid. It’s an antioxidant that increases production of glutathione and can cause gastrointestinal distress and low blood sugar in cats.
Chocolate. This contains the alkaloid theobromine which is toxic to cats. It also contains caffeine and may contain sugar. Read the rest »
By Kymythy on 06/19/08 in Life, Columns, Kymythy's Kitchen Nutrition
Whether you are spending time with your dog or out in public around others dogs, situations may arise when you or your child is threatened by an aggressive dog. Keeping calm and understanding what actions the dog interprets as threatening can make all the difference between a pat on the head and a bite on the arm. At home, there are things you can do to keep your dog from being aggressive towards others.
What signs determine an aggressive dog?
Dogs do not have to be vocal to be exhibiting signs of aggression. A stiff dog with his body arched is on the defense. Other signs include showing teeth, growling or barking, and maintaining a direct stare. If you notice any of these behaviors, then do not approach the dog. Read the rest »
By Collin on 06/16/08 in Parents, Columns, Pet Perspective
