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Kitchen upgrade ideas that home cooks will love.

  If you love to cook then chances are you’re very popular amongst your friends and family! Food is a fantastic way to get everyone together, plus if you prepare all of your own meals you’re likely...

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Set out the welcome mat: Create a gorgeous room for short or long term guests.

  It’s not every day that guests come to stay the night, and so most of us go the extra mile to make sure their stay is comfortable. After all, the company’s a treat and it’s nice to... Read More

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Reduce moving stress: make moving to a new home a pleasant experience.

  When children move out and we are on your own again, many empty nesters consider the possibility of moving to a new home. School districts are no longer a concern. You may be retired and have less......

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5 often forgotten aspects of your home to update.

  When you hear the words “home renovation” mentioned, the first thing that most likely comes to your mind is a complete overhaul of your kitchen with new counters and cabinets. You may also think of...

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Stay active and enrich your empty nest life with healthy habits.

  Once the kids are out of the house and living on their own, couples often find it difficult to adjust to their empty nest. Some couples find themselves in a rut, and have a hard time finding... Read...

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5 signs your pet needs to go to a pet hospital.

  From food, to shelter, to emergency medical care, your pet depends on you for everything. While it’s difficult to think about, sometimes dogs, cats, and other pets have medical issues that require...

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Host the best holiday dinner for your out of town guests.

  No matter how social you are — or how big your friend and family list is —  dinner parties can be quite stressful. For starters, you have lots of people crammed into your personal space. Home is......

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Renovate your life: Building blocks for a healthier lifestyle.

  There may come a time in your life when you decide you don’t like the way you look, feel or act and are in a strong frame of mind to make a change. There’s nothing wrong with... Read More

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Toilet brush, power drill, and bucket: essential tools to peel potatoes?

I absolutely love imaginative, ingenious tips and this is one of the best I’ve ever seen. Now I know the most essential tools to peel potatoes, a toilet brush, power drill and bucket.   You have to...

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5 signs your dog is aging: How to better care for your 4-legged friend.

Every dog owner knows the hard time that comes when your pet starts to show signs of age. Knowing the signs of aging that can come about as your pet climbs up in years is key to stymieing... Read More

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Pets are good for us: But not in the ways we think they are.

  John Bradshaw and his colleagues had to invent a new word—and the new field of “anthrozoology”—to describe their work studying the interactions between animals and humans. In his new book, The...

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Green living: First growth reclaimed transforms discarded lumber into festive...

  Green Living: First Growth Reclaimed transforms discarded lumber into festive trinkets by Lucy Lau Salvaged lumber typically sees new life as reclaimed-wood furnishings, fixtures, and small household...

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3 lists that actually work for a cleaner more organized home.

  Is your home getting away from you? …When was the last time you saw your sink free of dishes? …Or all your laundry was finally done and folded and put away? Using the following 3 lists will help......

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How to show your kids you’re just as cool as the TV Moms and Dads.

  Do you ever feel like you only hear about TV shows this and TV characters that? Well, if you do, you’re not alone. So many of our kids get really into their TV. Hey – even some... Read More

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House looking dingy? 4 quick DIY tips for exterior home cleaning.

  Keeping the outside of your home looking nice can be a chore. There always seems to be something that needs to be done, especially just before the holidays. Here are 4 quick DIY tips for sprucing...

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Festive flavor: Christmas Panettone Bread.

  If you love baked treats for Christmas, then you would love Christmas panettone bread. Christmas Panettone Bread is a sweet bread – a festive flavor – that originated in Milan, Italy. It has since...

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Don’t make a diet resolution: Support food system change | The Good Food...

  You probably haven’t met anyone who’s resolved to consume more cheese or processed meat in 2018.   But as we all know, the odds are stacked against consumers who seek to make significant changes in...

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Veterinarians warn of risks marijuana poses to pets as legalization looms |...

  Veterinarians say they’re seeing an increasing number of dogs sickened after ingesting marijuana. Vets are warning pet owners to take care as Canada prepares for cannabis legalization this year....

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4 key habits to increase your home’s longevity.

  Increasing the lifespan of your home is about keeping up with the required maintenance.   There are numerous parts of your home that need to be maintained, and here are some ideas for increasing the...

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Tips from a lousy housekeeper and grudging cook.

I hate housework. I’ve never been one to enjoy cooking either. The one thing I did really well and totally enjoyed was baking, but the sad part is I can’t do that any more because, if it’s in... Read More

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