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Newer is Not Always Better

If it seems like some of your small appliances do not last as long as the ones that you remember your parents having, or even the ones that you had for years before you bought those shiny new replacements, you are probably right. It is true that at least for some items, they really do not build them like they used to. If you are lucky enough to have some of these items in your attic (or basement), you may want to give them a second chance before getting rid of them and buying a newer model. Furniture is one … Continue reading →

Tips for Visiting the Cemetery

It isn’t unheard of for genealogists to go and visit cemeteries at any time of the year, not just when it is close to Halloween. Here are a few tips to follow that will make your visit to the graveyard result in good genealogy research, and keep you safe, at the same time. Before you visit the cemetery, you should take the time to gather up some very useful items. Bring your smartphone. Use it to call for help if you fall and get injured or become lost. Use it to take a photo of the graves of your ancestors, … Continue reading →

Wrap Up Your Finances Before The End Of The Year

I am sure that you are very busy preparing for the holidays right now. The thought of squeezing any more to – do’s onto your already gigantic list is probably not very appealing right about now. If you are up to it, though, there are a few things that you can do before the end of the year that could save you some money. Many of these things do not take that long, and the money that you could make or save doing them could help to offset the cost of all of those holiday expenses. Since you get one … Continue reading →

Home Business Opportunities for 2011

So you want to work at home? As 2011 quickly approaches you may be considering a move. Before you do, be aware of some important things about home businesses. First, not all home businesses are legit. In fact I’m sad to say that a good majority of them are not. There are scammers everywhere out there ready to pick deep into your pocketbook. In fact one of the first clues that you are likely getting scammed is if a home business asks you to “invest” into their “program.” Most legitimate work at home businesses don’t require you to invest into … Continue reading →

Natural Sweeteners, Artificial Sweeteners, or None At All?

There’s always been a war going on when it comes to sweeteners. Some experts feel that corn syrup is bad while white sugar is okay—in moderation, of course. Some think honey is best and all forms of processed anything should be avoided. Then we come to artificial sweeteners. Saccharine was fine in the 70’s then was purported to cause cancer in rats. Now some experts say it’s fine and their data was off. I read that the amount of saccharine they had to give rats equaled about 300+ diet sodas per day for humans. I don’t have that many in … Continue reading →

The Last of the Common Photography Errors

All week, we have been discussing common photography errors. Understanding and learning about the errors, can only help us be better photographers in the long run. If we know the mistake can happen, we can do more to avoid it. Here are the last few common errors that a photographer can and does make. Be sure you do not. Poor Exposure This used to be a much more common problem with film cameras and with newer modern technology, it simply is not anymore. However, many photographers still use their film camera’s so it begs to be discussed. The main reason … Continue reading →

Author Interview: Leigh Bale (part five) The Importance of a Critique Group

Thank you for joining us for our fifth and final installment of our conversation with Leigh Bale, award-winning inspirational novelist. Click here to read parts one, two, three, and four. Leigh, you’ve mentioned the importance of having a critique group. How does your group influence your writing? My current critique partners are invaluable for helping make my books more marketable. One of my critique partners has been a dear friend of mine for over fifteen years. We knew each other before we were published, back when we were “wannabes” struggling to write the best possible book in the world. Now, … Continue reading →

Enjoy a Classic Movie and a Frugal Family Night

It’s movie night at the Anderson household. Last Sunday, we rented Barnyard and The Land Before Time and spent a little more than six dollars. The kids watched the first movie for about twenty minutes before they became bored and started throwing popcorn at each other. This afternoon I took my daughter shopping at Target where I found Charlotte’s Web and several other classic movies on sale for $6.50. On the shelf next to them were dozens of digitally animated, celebrity-ridden, overly advertised Disney movies. As I looked at the fancy covers of all of the hit Disney movies I … Continue reading →

Family Home Evening: Goals

The new year is a great time to have a family home evening based on goals. It is important to teach your children how to set and achieve goals. It teaches how to progress and to achieve their dreams. It can also bring a great sense of accomplishment to them. During this lesson you may want to have your children set goals in specific areas. You can share the goals you are setting. It is great if you can work out a way to support each other throughout the process. You can open the lesson by sharing 2 Nephi 28:30. … Continue reading →

Emergency Kits: Part 3

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As you might have gathered from Part 1, for a long time I avoided putting together an emergency kit. I found it completely overwhelming. Too many things to keep track of! Too many things to think about! It seemed so complicated that I wanted nothing to do with the whole idea. Now I’m a little more comfortable with the idea. We finally have an emergency kit for our family, one for each person in fact. So here’s a look at what I’ve done. I hope you find it useful! Our kits are in backpacks, one for each member of the … Continue reading →