Terrible Teeth Tragedy

My daughter’s teeth are black and green. Fortunately, her hideous appearance comes courtesy of leftover Easter jelly beans that she playfully used as caps for her pearly whites. In Pennsylvania, the black and green teeth belonging to a couple of young kids are not the result of child’s play. Unlike my 6-year-old, the Bethlehem kids didn’t pierce jelly beans with their incisors as a joke; rather, police say their rotten teeth are the real deal and the direct result of negligent parents. Having black and green teeth is disturbing enough without becoming the center of a media storm that focuses … Continue reading

Home Exterior: Vinyl Siding

If you are looking for ways to improve the appearance of your home, consider vinyl siding. It is attractive, affordable, and nearly maintenance free. You will never have to paint your siding; all you have to do is spray it down occasionally. Vinyl siding comes in many attractive colors and can make a home look nearly new. It makes a great “facelift” for a home exterior that has seen better days. Vinyl siding is one of the least expensive long-term options for improving your home’s exterior. Here are ten reasons why vinyl siding is considered the best option by many … Continue reading

Holy Cow! Safe Cleaning Products!

I’ll admit it. I am a skeptic when it comes to “natural” cleaning products. My mom spent many year of her life cleaning, not only as her job, but after seven children as well. She taught me everything I know about cleaning things properly. When I have a question on how to get the stains out of my shower curtain or carpet, I call her. She is an expert. She never used any “safe” or “natural” cleaning products. It was bleach, chemicals, and a lot of elbow grease. Her house is immaculate, and always has been, even through seven children! … Continue reading

Vicks Warm Steam Vaporizer with Steamguard Technology

I remember, as I’m sure some of you do, having Vicks Vaporub rubbed on my chest and back when I had a cold or flu. It always made me feel better, breath better, and sleep better. Now I use it on my daughters when they are sick, and they also love the soothing and comforting vapors. Vicks wonderful product just transformed into something even better. They have launched their new, innovative product, Vicks Warm Steam Vaporizer with Steamguard Technology. So, what the heck is that? It sounds nice, but let me show you some of the great features of this … Continue reading