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Fitness Myths: Setting the Record Straight

Now that we know sit ups won’t melt away body fat and building muscle doesn’t necessarily translate into a speedier metabolism, let’s debunk a few more popular fitness myths: Myth: Lifting Weights Makes You Look Bulky If you are a woman, who is concerned that lifting weights is going to make you look like Popeye, you can stop worrying. According to experts, women can’t develop muscles like men. However, if you are still not convinced, then workout with lighter weights, or complete exercises that use your own bodyweight for resistance. Bottom line: The average woman doesn’t produce enough testosterone to … Continue reading →

Fitness Week in Review

The countdown to the holidays is on. Thanksgiving is less than a week away and we are now just a hair shy of being exactly one month away from Christmas. If you are a fitness fanatic this time of year likely provides motivation to workout, especially if you tend to overindulge during holiday eat-a-thons. Personally, extra-long workouts allow me to gorge without the guilt. For others the holidays mean taking a break from daily exercise routines. Hopefully, you won’t take a break from reading the FITNESS blog this holiday season. I’ll still be here providing information on the latest and … Continue reading →

Parental Reflection

For many parents Sunday night is a time to shift gears from laid-back weekend mode back to a regimented weekday routine. It’s also a time many of us pause to reflect on the events have transpired over the last seven days (and beyond). Doing so gives us the chance to put things in perspective or gain new insight on a particular issue. With that said I thought it would be appropriate to recap some of the topics we covered in the Parents blog this week. If you missed any of the lively “discussions” now is your chance to catch up: … Continue reading →

Coupons for Online Savings

Shopping online can not only be convenient, but also very frugal. Online prices of even traditional stores can be lower than most retail outfits. Wal-mart, for instance, often has items online for less than at their stores. And if you don’t want to bother with shipping, you can order them online and then visit the store to pick them up at no additional cost. Amazon.com is a great place for books, toys and more, and they often have plenty of deals going on. Target, Macy’s, and more, there are so many options to shop online. One of the best things … Continue reading →

Field Trip Tips

Are you getting ready to explore the idea of field trips? Here are some tips that I have learned over the years with little ones. Be flexible. It is fine to aim for a certain number of activities, but flexibility will allow everyone to enjoy the trip more. Be prepared to go home when the little ones are tired, to stop for diaper changes, to skip an activity or attraction in order to spend more time at the previous one. Bring snacks. Having some refreshing snacks available is so important. Many times on a field trip, toddlers and preschoolers are … Continue reading →

Recipe For a Happy Marriage

Given the increasing rate of divorce what can we do to safeguard our marriages and make sure we don’t end up among the statistics? Here are some suggestions that we have found work in our marriage. Take all the ingredients below and out them together in a marriage. Hold on tight to what you have. Consider your marriage and the positives of your spouse and don’t forget to let him or her know how much you appreciate their special qualities. Overlook their faults. We all have them. Love is about accepting the other person for who they are faults and … Continue reading →

Fitness Week in Review for August 18-24, 2008

If you have been swept up in the Summer Olympic Games you are not alone. The awe-inspiring performances displayed by the world’s greatest athletes have served as inspiration for a number of blogs this week. If you missed any of them because you were glued to your set cheering on your home team now is your chance to get caught up. August 18th—-Olympic Inspired Fitness Routines. If you have been one of the millions of viewers tuning into the daily physical drama that is the Summer Olympic Games then you might be itching to go for a swim, turn cartwheels … Continue reading →

The Difference Between Being Frugal and Being Cheap

Do you know the difference between being frugal and being cheap? They are not the same thing. Here are some ways to tell, or at least explain, the difference. In the past, many people used the words cheap and frugal interchangeably. Someone who saved money was automatically cheap, a tightwad, a skinflint. Today, frugal is actually coming into style. As the economy and the environment changes, people are embracing the idea of saving money. But sometimes people are motivated to save money at the expense of the good of others. This in my opinion is being cheap. There is a … Continue reading →

More Basic Photo Tips for Digital Camera Owners

Now that you know a bit more on how to focus your shots correctly and you know how to add some action to your photos, it’s time to discuss other ways to spice up your pictures. CURVES S-curves (or any type of curve) can make a photo much more appealing. Just remember that a curve should start at the photo’s edge and lead to your subject. That way when a person is viewing your shot his or her eyes will be naturally drawn to the focal point of your image. FLASH Be careful when using your flash. While the added … Continue reading →

Home Week in Review: July 28th Through August 3rd

What makes a house a home? Is it the little decorating touches, the noises of little feet stomping down the stairs in the morning or the feeling that when you enter your home you’ve left the world behind? However you define your home, you’ll find lots of ways in the Home Blog to personalize it and keep it cozy and safe. Here is a review of last week’s articles. July 28th When Remodeling, Consider the Neighbors If you are planning a remodeling project, it is important to consider the neighbors. No, not because they might complain but because their home … Continue reading →