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The Cheapskate Gardener

The only difference between gardeners and cheapskate gardeners is the amount of money they spend to achieve the same results. The truth is, like no other hobby, gardening is actually more productive when the cheapest—even free!—supplies are used. Control Weeds Newspaper. It’s cheap, and it works beautifully. Cover the area with 10 layers of newspaper,…


Flag Season: Proper Etiquette for the Stars and Stripes

Especially with Flag Day (June 14) and the Fourth of July just around the corner, let’s get ready to proudly fly our flags—after a quick review of basic flag etiquette. Respecting Old Glory Few people are aware that there is an actual government document that dictates the “proper” way to display our national flag. Dating…


Better Biking

Bicycles are an ideal way to get exercise or ride to work or the store. This assortment of gear makes them more versatile and practical. (Courtesy of Camelback) Stay Hydrated Camelbak Rogue Light 70 oz. $85 Drinking plenty of water is essential for health, especially while doing arduous exercise such as riding a bike. This…


Happy Dad’s Day

Happy Father’s Day! It might still be a week or so away, but it’s not too soon to think about how you want to celebrate the dads and granddads in your life, especially those who enjoy travel, adventures, and new experiences. All of the recent surveys suggest that post-pandemic we value experiences more than stuff….


Take Pride in Your Ride

A freshly washed car seems to drive better than a dirty one, but to restore that new car feel, especially to a car several or many years old, a full inside-and-out cleaning is the way to go. DIY detailing, which goes beyond simply washing it with a soapy sponge, is a great way not only…


Tired After Lunch? Try This

At some point, everyone has felt like they could really, really use a nap after lunch. The phenomenon of the “afternoon slump,” or post-lunch drowsiness, is so common that the medical community has given it an official name—postprandial somnolence. The post-meal feeling of tiredness and lethargy can make it hard to concentrate on afternoon work…


Few Industries Are Better for First-Time Investors Than Real Estate. Here Are 4 Proven Ways to Make a Profit.

By Ari Chazanas When it comes to investing, few sectors offer the level of profitability and stability that residential real estate does. For first-time investors, this venture can be a powerful tool to generate income and accumulate wealth. The real estate market, particularly the residential sector, has consistently proven to be a solid investment choice….


Using Straw to Prevent Weeds in the Garden

Q: I added straw to my vegetable garden as a mulch and now there are hundreds of weeds coming up. Does the shade and watering help the weeds seeds grow? I thought the straw was supposed to prevent weeds and keep the soil damp. A: I wonder if you added hay and not straw. Any…


Germany Maintains Its Traditional Medicinal Practices

“The doctor of the future will give no medication, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, diet and in the cause and prevention of disease.” This famous quote of inventor and businessman Thomas Edison may strike us as prescient given the explosion of information about the lifestyle factors of disease….


Germany’s Distinctly Different Approach to Health Care

“The doctor of the future will give no medication, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, diet and in the cause and prevention of disease.” This famous quote of inventor and businessman Thomas Edison may strike us as prescient given the explosion of information about the lifestyle factors of disease….