When your little one has big ideas about his party, it’s time to get creative. [Read more…]
Maintaining Your Home As A Working Mom
If you find yourself having to juggle both being a mother and being a professional, you’re not alone, in fact, you’re in the majority. Government statistics show that 70% of households out there with children under 18 also participate in the workforce. The bulk of these women, 75%, are holding down full time jobs. In addition, we see 40% of those households in the country have a mother as the primary or sole earner. In some cases, it’s a source of pride in order to be an earner and a mother, but it can also be a source of frustration when it comes to figuring out how to keep your home in order while excelling at work. Here are some tips to maintain the balance.
Incredible Coffee Facts You Didn’t Know – Infographic
Who among us doesn’t enjoy a fresh cup of coffee each day? According to this infographic from Printwand, Inc., over half of the population does exactly that. But coffee is much more complex than many of us might think.
All coffee comes from one of two basic types of beans, but there are plenty of different blends out there—and some of them are downright bizarre, ranging from yak butter to spicy taco. Some coffee blends are wildly expensive, too. Ospina, for instance, is made from beans that grow in volcanic ash and will set you back $120 a pound.
Learn more about the different types of coffee (and the wide variety of ways you can drink it) by exploring the full infographic below. [Read more…]
Why Is There A Bad Odor Coming From My Drains?
If you suddenly detect a bad odor from your drains then you need to investigate quickly. Sewers will emit a gas called methane, or hydrogen sulfide. In large quantities this can be flammable and if you breathe it in it is harmful to your health.